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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 | $2,072 | $1,900 | $2,200 |
| Upper Manhattan 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,585 | $1,107 | $4,400 |
| Upper Manhattan 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,253 | $1,325 | $5,394 |
| Upper Manhattan 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,706 | $1,533 | $5,200 |
| Upper Manhattan 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,495 | $4,150 | $6,400 |
| Upper Manhattan 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,983 | $3,950 | $7,300 |
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There are currently 131 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Upper Manhattan Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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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 567 Fort Washington Avenue priced from $2,100. 600 West 218th Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,195. Here are the most affordable Upper Manhattan apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 567 Fort Washington Avenue | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,100 |
| 600 West 218th Street | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,195 |
| 15 Magaw Place | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
| 105 Arden Street | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,300 |
| 79 Haven Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| 21 Magaw Place | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,391 |
| 14 Thayer Street | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,395 |
| 536 Fort Washington Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,429 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Manhattan, NY
As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Upper Manhattan area is the $3.29 price per square foot 5 Bed, 2 Bath Floorplan Model at 700 W 178th Street in the in the Washington Heights neighborhood starting from $5,195. The second greatest value Upper Manhattan apartment is the 43 W 177th St Model at 43 W 177th St, Unit 1 starting at $4,150 with a $2.96 price per square foot in the Morris 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 700 W 178th Street | 5 Bed, 2 Bath Floorplan | 5BR,2BA | $3.29 |
| 43 W 177th St, Unit 1 | 43 W 177th St | 3BR,2.5BA | $2.96 |
| 664 West 163rd Street | 3 BR, 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $3.50 |
| 86 Haven Avenue | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.32 |
| The Century | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $3.27 |
| 21 Magaw Place | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
| 44 Bennett Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
| 14 Thayer Street | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.42 |
| 536 Fort Washington Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.47 |
| 15 Magaw Place | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
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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 567 Fort Washington Avenue listed at $2,100.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Upper Manhattan Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Upper Manhattan Apartment is $2,250 at 15 Magaw Place.
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 $2,391 at 21 Magaw Place.
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 $3,200.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.
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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.