Hot Today, Gone Tomorrow

New York City is the priciest place to live in the country, with homeowners paying 137.9% more than the national average. In fact, the average cost of a Manhattan apartment hovers over a million dollars. Still, there are deals to be found in East Harlem, where one can get a slice of the Manhattan pie for as much as 50% less than in other areas in the city. Here are two of today's best apartment finds:

Hot Bagel For Rent: A renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bath with chef's kitchen, washer/dryer and central air on 128th Street and 5th Avenue. Asking $2,100 a month.

Hot Bagel Just Sold: A renovated 2-bedroom, 2-bath in a pet-friendly, doorman building with fitness center on 119th Street and Madison Avenue. Listed for under 500K and maintenance is a mere 614-dollars a month.