
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Highlands, NY from $400 (39 Rentals)
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Amber Grove

Temple Hill Apartments

68 Canterbury Rd

Monroe Commons

Springvale Apartments 55 + Apartments

Tompkins Terrace Apartments

Scenic Ridge at Amberlands

Old Forge
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17 Prospect St

Forge Hill

Squire Village Apartments

Walnut Hill Apartments 55+ Senior Apartments

5 Old State Rd

Sycamore Gardens

Brookside Garden Apartments

Oak Mountain

Siela Apartments
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Idlewild Creek Apartments

High Pointe Senior Apartments 55+

Harriman Woods Apartments

Lamplight Village Apartments

Summit Terrace Luxury Apartments

5 Canterbury Rd

Mountainview Village

Willows at Cornwall

9 Catherine St
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285 Hudson St

260 Main St

1114-1114 NY-94

Knox Village

3 Pine Terrace Rd

Beacon Row Apartments

186 Taylor Rd

205 Hudson St

27 Webb Ln, Unit 1N
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12 Mountain Ave

Park Place Tower

798 Wolcott Ave
Highlands, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Highlands?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highlands Studio Apartments | $1,512 | $1,025 | $2,350 |
| Highlands 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,585 | $480 | $4,200 |
| Highlands 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,452 | $716 | $5,500 |
| Highlands 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,663 | $1,919 | $5,809 |
| Highlands 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,140 | $2,140 | $2,140 |
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Cheapest Available Highlands Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Highlands, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Amber Grove in the Grove at New Windsor neighborhood priced from $484. Temple Hill Apartments in the Grove at New Windsor neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $607. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Highlands apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amber Grove | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $484 |
| Temple Hill Apartments | Temple Hill 1 - 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $607 |
| Squire Village Apartments | One Bedroom ( Coming Soon ) | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| Walnut Hill Apartments 55+ Senior Apartments | 50% - 60% Median Income | 1BR,1BA | $1,681 |
| Idlewild Creek Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,792 |
| High Pointe Senior Apartments 55+ | Renovated 1br | 1BR,1BA | $1,795 |
| Brookside Garden Apartments | 1 bedroom 2nd floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| Lamplight Village Apartments | 1 bedroom 2nd floor | 1BR,1BA | $1,900 |
| 9 Catherine St | 002 | 2BR,1BA | $2,000 |
| Sycamore Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,045 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Highlands, NY and Nearby
As of July 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the Highlands area is the $2.20 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Lg Model at Hudson Commons in the in the Grove at New Windsor neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Highlands apartment is the 2BDR 2BA Unit Model at 95 Main St starting at $2,700 with a $2.25 price per square foot in the Putnam County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Highlands apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson Commons | 2 Bedroom Lg | 2BR,2BA | $2.20 |
| 95 Main St | 2BDR 2BA Unit | 2BR,2BA | $2.25 |
| HudsonView Living | 2 bed 1.5 Bath W/ WD Townhome | 2BR,1.5BA | $2.50 |
| Mountainview Village | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $2.21 |
| 9 Catherine St | 002 | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
| Sycamore Gardens | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.41 |
| Lamplight Village Apartments | 1 bedroom plus den 2nd floor | 2BR,1BA | $2.56 |
| Temple Hill Apartments | Temple Hill 4 - 1Br | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| Squire Village Apartments | One Bedroom ( Coming Soon ) | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Amber Grove | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.86 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Highlands Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Highlands Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Highlands Apartment is $484 at Amber Grove.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Highlands Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Highlands is starting from $1,975 at High Pointe Senior Apartments 55+.
What is the most affordable Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Highlands Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Hudson Commons and starts from $3,250.
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