
Cheap Homes for Rent in Washington Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,100 (13 Rentals)
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628 W 151st St

736 Riverside Dr

983 Summit Ave

1885 Amsterdam Ave

95 Cabrini Blvd

500 W 157th St

1887 Amsterdam Ave

985 Summit Ave

540 W 158th St
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155 W 162nd St

515 W 168th St

3 Sylvan Terrace
Washington Heights, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Washington Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Washington Heights 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,638 | $2,100 | $3,150 |
Washington Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,156 | $1,150 | $4,250 |
Washington Heights 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,150 | $4,150 | $4,150 |
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There are currently 13 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Washington Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Washington Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Washington Heights area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 15 Magaw Place priced from $2,250. 79 Haven Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Washington Heights apartments for rent in New York, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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15 Magaw Place | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,250 |
79 Haven Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
21 Magaw Place | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,391 |
539 West 156th Street | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,495 |
44 Bennett Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, NY
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Washington Heights 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 Washington Heights apartment is the 4 BR, 1.5 Baths Model at 715 West 172nd Street starting at $4,150 with a $3.77 price per square foot in the Washington Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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700 W 178th Street | 5 Bed, 2 Bath Floorplan | 5BR,2BA | $3.29 |
715 West 172nd Street | 4 BR, 1.5 Baths | 4BR,1.5BA | $3.77 |
664 West 163rd Street | 3 BR, 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $3.50 |
81 Cabrini Boulevard | 3 BR, 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $3.56 |
21 Magaw Place | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.99 |
44 Bennett Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
15 Magaw Place | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
652 West 163rd Street | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.23 |
79 Haven Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.18 |
556 W 165th St, Unit 2 | 556 W 165th St | Studio ,1BA | $4.75 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Washington Heights
What type of rentals are currently available in Washington Heights?
There are currently 1388 Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,520 to $5,394. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Washington Heights ranging from $1,150 to $4,400.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Washington Heights?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Washington Heights ranges from $1,150 to $4,400 with an average monthly rent of $2,920.
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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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