I manage a rental building in the city (
www.thesolaire.com) if you go to hells kitchen you will probably find the best deals bang for your buck. go to
www.thevictory.com and ask for Rudy he's the manager for that building and ask him what his price range is. If that does not work out pick up the NY Times and browse the real estate section, one thing I suggest, stay away from brokers as you will be doing yourself a disservice.
any questions PM me