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Upper Manhattan, New York, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper Manhattan?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upper Manhattan Studio Apartments | $2,157 | $1,674 | $2,800 |
| Upper Manhattan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,614 | $2,200 | $3,100 |
| Upper Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,022 | $2,300 | $5,530 |
| Upper Manhattan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,320 | $1,325 | $4,195 |
| Upper Manhattan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,537 | $1,250 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Upper Manhattan Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Manhattan area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 116 Seaman Avenue priced from $1,700. 567 Fort Washington Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,100. Here are the most affordable Upper Manhattan apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 116 Seaman Avenue | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,700 |
| 567 Fort Washington Avenue | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| 105 Arden Street | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| 70 Post Avenue | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| 539 West 156th Street | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,495 |
| 518 West 204th Street | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| 175 Pinehurst Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,625 |
| 44 Bennett Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| 664 West 163rd Street | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Manhattan, NY
As of February 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Upper Manhattan area is the $2.64 price per square foot 3 Bed Model at Winston Churchill in the in the Spuyten Duyvil neighborhood starting from $4,750. The second greatest value Upper Manhattan apartment is the 2122 Grand Ave Model at 2122 Grand Ave, Unit Grand starting at $3,475 with a $2.04 price per square foot in the University Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Manhattan apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Winston Churchill | 3 Bed | 3BR,3BA | $2.64 |
| 2122 Grand Ave, Unit Grand | 2122 Grand Ave | 3BR,2BA | $2.04 |
| 700 W 178th Street | 5 Bed, 2 Bath Floorplan | 5BR,2BA | $3.29 |
| 91 Fort Washington Avenue | 3 BR, 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| 43 W 177th St, Unit 1 | 43 W 177th St | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.96 |
| 81 Cabrini Boulevard | 3 BR, 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $3.33 |
| The Century | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| 44 Bennett Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| 518 West 204th Street | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
| 70 Post Avenue | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.42 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Manhattan Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Upper Manhattan?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Upper Manhattan is at 116 Seaman Avenue listed at $1,700.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Upper Manhattan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Upper Manhattan Apartment is $2,625 at 175 Pinehurst Avenue.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Upper Manhattan Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Upper Manhattan is starting from $2,395 at 70 Post Avenue.
What is the most affordable Upper Manhattan Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Upper Manhattan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 81 Cabrini Boulevard and starts from $2,995.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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