
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Washington Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,100 (41 Rentals)
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Washington Heights, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Washington Heights Studio Apartments | $1,975 | $1,900 | $2,050 |
Washington Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,647 | $2,100 | $4,395 |
Washington Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,490 | $2,542 | $6,360 |
Washington Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,034 | $1,100 | $4,100 |
Washington Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,258 | $1,275 | $4,200 |
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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. 652 West 163rd Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,695. 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 |
652 West 163rd Street | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
112 Haven Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
81 Cabrini Boulevard | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,900 |
542 West 153rd Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,975 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, NY
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Washington Heights area is the $3.22 price per square foot 2 BR, 1 Bath Model at 81 Cabrini Boulevard in the in the Washington Heights neighborhood starting from $2,900. The second greatest value Washington Heights apartment is the 1 BR, 1 Bath Model at 15 Magaw Place starting at $2,250 with a $3.21 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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81 Cabrini Boulevard | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.22 |
15 Magaw Place | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.21 |
652 West 163rd Street | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
112 Haven Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
542 West 153rd Street | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $5.71 |
556 W 165th St, Unit 2 | 556 W 165th St | Studio ,1BA | $4.75 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWashington Heights, New York, NY
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Among neighborhoods in New York, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Washington Heights, New York, NY
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Getting Around the Washington Heights Neighborhood in New York, NY
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment is $2,250 at 15 Magaw Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Washington Heights is starting from $2,900 at 81 Cabrini Boulevard.
What is the most affordable Washington Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Washington Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 652 West 163rd Street and starts from $3,895.
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