
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Hamilton Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY from $700 (524 Rentals)
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545 W 148th St

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462 West 146th St.

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504 W 135th St

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518 W 146th St

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300 W 138th St

519 West 133Rd Street

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513-517 W 135th St

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94-102 Hamilton Pl

536 W 149th St

604 W 140th St

1580 Amsterdam Ave

517 W 149th St
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510 W 134th St

469 W 141st St

608 West 148th Street

690 Riverside Dr

3361 Broadway

547 W 147th St

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508 W 139th St

523 W 143rd St

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1793 Amsterdam Ave

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Hamilton Heights, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Hamilton Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Heights Studio Apartments | $2,525 | $1,950 | $2,750 |
| Hamilton Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,725 | $2,300 | $3,275 |
| Hamilton Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $4,498 | $3,200 | $7,117 |
| Hamilton Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,150 | $4,600 | $5,500 |
| Hamilton Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $5,492 | $4,185 | $6,800 |
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There are currently 524 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Hamilton Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Hamilton Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Hamilton Heights area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 295 Convent Avenue priced from $2,036. 3333 Broadway has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,650. Here are the most affordable Hamilton Heights apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 295 Convent Avenue | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,036 |
| 3333 Broadway | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,650 |
| 516 W 136th St | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2,700 |
| 294 Convent Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,875 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Hamilton Heights, NY
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Hamilton Heights area is the $2.70 price per square foot 2BR/1BA Model at 516 W 136th St in the in the Uptown neighborhood starting from $2,700. The second greatest value Hamilton Heights apartment is the Studio, 1 Bath Model at 295 Convent Avenue starting at $2,036 with a $3.13 price per square foot in the Uptown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Hamilton Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 516 W 136th St | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $2.70 |
| 295 Convent Avenue | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $3.13 |
| 3333 Broadway | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $5.89 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Hamilton Heights Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Hamilton Heights?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Hamilton Heights is at 295 Convent Avenue listed at $2,036.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Hamilton Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Hamilton Heights is starting from $2,700 at 516 W 136th St.
What is the most affordable Hamilton Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Hamilton Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 3333 Broadway and starts from $5,000.
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