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Upper Manhattan, New York, NY Local Guide

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 $1,750. 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
116 Seaman AvenueStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,750
567 Fort Washington AvenueStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,100
735 St Nicholas Ave0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$2,200
15 Magaw Place1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,250
105 Arden StreetStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,300

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Manhattan, NY

As of March 22, 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 3 BR, 1 Bath Model at 91 Fort Washington Avenue starting at $3,995 with a $2.85 price per square foot in the Washington Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Manhattan apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
700 W 178th Street5 Bed, 2 Bath Floorplan5BR,2BA$3.29
91 Fort Washington Avenue3 BR, 1 Bath3BR,1BA$2.85
43 W 177th St, Unit 143 W 177th St3BR,2.5BA$2.96
86 Haven Avenue2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.32
The Century1 Bed1BR,1BA$3.27
44 Bennett Avenue1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.38
21 Magaw Place2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.99
15 Magaw Place1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.21
14 Thayer Street2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.42
70 Post Avenue2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.42

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Frequently Asked Questions about Upper Manhattan

What type of rentals are currently available in Upper Manhattan?

There are currently 3237 Apartments for Rent in Upper Manhattan, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,107 to $7,300. There are also 124 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Upper Manhattan ranging from $1,150 to $4,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Upper Manhattan?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Upper Manhattan ranges from $1,150 to $4,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,867.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Upper Manhattan?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Upper Manhattan range from $1,533 to $5,200, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,150 to $4,250. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $4,150.

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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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in New York City

Written by: Joshua Carlucci

New York City is the city that never sleeps, but it’s also the city that’s often synonymous with sky-high rents and steep living costs. That said, if you’re like many of us at ApartmentHomeLiving.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting

Written by: Trey Huguley

When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

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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.