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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Morningside Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,300 (39 Rentals)
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964 Amsterdam Ave
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605 W 112th St
605 W 112th StNew York, NY 10025
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2212 Frederick Douglass Boulevard
2212 Frederick Douglass BlvdNew York, NY 10026
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from $2,2252 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hillside Village
659 Shaler BlvdRidgefield, NJ 07657
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Morningside Heights, New York, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Morningside Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morningside Heights Studio Apartments | $4,156 | $2,200 | $6,095 |
| Morningside Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,379 | $1,350 | $9,589 |
| Morningside Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,509 | $2,225 | $10,000+ |
| Morningside Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $8,587 | $3,650 | $10,000+ |
| Morningside Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,376 | $1,525 | $10,000+ |
| Morningside Heights 5 Bedroom Apartments | $7,500 | $7,500 | $7,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 39 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Morningside Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Morningside Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Morningside Heights area of New York, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at The Reserve priced from $1,860. Hillside Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $2,225. Here are the most affordable Morningside Heights apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserve | 4 Bed 2 Bath - D | 4BR,2BA | $1,860 |
| Hillside Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2,225 |
| 45 Tiemann Place | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,500 |
| 182 Claremont Avenue | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,600 |
| 3135 Broadway | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| 3133 Broadway | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morningside Heights, NY
As of April 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Morningside Heights area is the $4.24 price per square foot 3333 Broadway Model at 3333 Broadway in the in the Uptown neighborhood starting from $5,300. The second greatest value Morningside Heights apartment is the 3333 Broadway Model at 3333 Broadway starting at $5,300 with a $4.24 price per square foot in the Uptown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Morningside Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 3333 Broadway | 3333 Broadway | 4BR,1BA | $4.24 |
| 3333 Broadway | 3333 Broadway | 4BR,2BA | $4.24 |
| The Reserve | 4 Bed 2 Bath - H | 4BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| River Club Apartments | Berkeley | 2BR,2BA | $3.40 |
| 517 W 113th St | 2 BR / 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 64 W 108th St | 64 W 108th St | 2BR,1BA | $4.20 |
| 267 W 121st St, Unit #2 | 267 W 121st St | 1BR,1BA | $2.97 |
| Edgewater Town Center Apartments | One Bedroom- 903 Sq Ft | 1BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| Mariner's Landing Apartments | Oversized One BR | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| Hillside Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.67 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleMorningside Heights, New York, NY
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Among neighborhoods in New York, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Morningside Heights, New York, NY
Ps 36 Margaret Douglas
New York City Geographic District 5 Manhattan
Public School - Grades PK-5 (268)
4 out of 10
Ps 180 Hugo Newman
New York City Geographic District 3 Manhattan
Public School - Grades PK-8 (338)
5 out of 10
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Getting Around the Morningside Heights Neighborhood in New York, NY
Walk Score®
96 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
72 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morningside Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Morningside Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Morningside Heights is under $2,795.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Morningside Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Morningside Heights is 45 Tiemann Place which is listed at $2,500, while the average apartment in Morningside Heights costs $11,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Morningside Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 7 regular apartments in Morningside Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Morningside Heights?
Cheap apartments in Morningside Heights have an average cost of $2,050 which is $9,850 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Morningside Heights.
Expert Rental Resources
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