Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Morningside Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,000 (602 Rentals)

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243 W 109th St 1W
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

243 W 109th St 1W

243 W 109th StNew York, NY 10025
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340 Riverside Dr
Studio Apartments

340 Riverside Dr

340 Riverside DrNew York, NY 10025
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The Matincote
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Matincote

395 Riverside DrNew York, NY 10025
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241 W 107th St
Studio Apartments

241 W 107th St

241 W 107th StNew York, NY 10025
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The Park Central
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Park Central

220-222 W 111th StNew York, NY 10026

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SoHa 118
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

SoHa 118

2195 Frederick Douglass BlvdNew York, NY 10026
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341-347 Saint Nicholas Ave
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

341-347 Saint Nicholas Ave

341-347 Saint Nicholas AveNew York, NY 10027
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The Loyola
Studio Apartments

The Loyola

477 Central Park WNew York, NY 10025
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245 W 107th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

245 W 107th St

245 W 107th StNew York, NY 10025
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215 W 105th St
Studio Apartments

215 W 105th St

215 W 105th StNew York, NY 10025
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878 W End Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

878 W End Ave

878 W End AveNew York, NY 10025
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504 W 135th St
Studio Apartments

504 W 135th St

504 W 135th StNew York, NY 10031

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The Paterno
2 Bedroom Apartments

The Paterno

440 Riverside DrNew York, NY 10027
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600 W 111th St
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

600 W 111th St

600 W 111th StNew York, NY 10025
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895 W End Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

895 W End Ave

895 W End AveNew York, NY 10025
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885 West End Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

885 West End Ave

885 West End AveNew York, NY 10025
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51 Tiemann Pl
Studio Apartments

51 Tiemann Pl

51 Tiemann PlNew York, NY 10027
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552 Riverside Dr
Studio Apartments

552 Riverside Dr

552 Riverside DrNew York, NY 10027
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510 W 110TH ST
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

510 W 110TH ST

514 Cathedral PkyNew York, NY 10025

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320 Riverside Dr
1 Bedroom Apartments

320 Riverside Dr

320 Riverside DrNew York, NY 10025
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191 Saint Nicholas Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

191 Saint Nicholas Ave

191 Saint Nicholas AveNew York, NY 10026
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Parc Standard
1 Bedroom Apartments

Parc Standard

2101 8th AveNew York, NY 10026
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Park View Towers
Studio Apartments

Park View Towers

308-310 W 103rd StNew York, NY 10025
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300 W 122nd St
Studio Apartments

300 W 122nd St

300 W 122nd StNew York, NY 10027
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501 W 122nd St
Studio Apartments

501 W 122nd St

501 W 122nd StNew York, NY 10027
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4 W 109th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4 W 109th St

4 W 109th StNew York, NY 10025
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200 W 109th St
Studio Apartments

200 W 109th St

200 W 109th StNew York, NY 10025

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Fields Court
Studio Apartments

Fields Court

1878 Adam Clayton Powell Jr BlvdNew York, NY 10026
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The Lore
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Lore

261 W 112th StNew York, NY 10026
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The Armstead
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Armstead

2721-2729 BroadwayNew York, NY 10025
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530 Manhattan Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

530 Manhattan Ave

530 Manhattan AveNew York, NY 10027
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200 W 108th St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

200 W 108th St

200 W 108th StNew York, NY 10025
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Livmor Condominium
1 Bedroom Apartments

Livmor Condominium

2131 Frederick Douglass BlvdNew York, NY 10026

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Morningside Heights, New York, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Morningside Heights Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Morningside Heights area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at The Balton Apartments priced from $1,038. 45 Tiemann Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,990. Here are the most affordable Morningside Heights apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Balton ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,038
45 Tiemann Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,990
1440 Amsterdam AveStudioStudio,1BA$3,195
Avalon Morningside ParkS2Studio,1BA$4,160
Forten at Columbia2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$5,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morningside Heights, NY

As of January 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the Morningside Heights area is the $9.90 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Forten at Columbia in the in the Uptown neighborhood starting from $9,900. The second greatest value Morningside Heights apartment is the 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at 45 Tiemann Place starting at $2,990 with a $4.98 price per square foot in the Uptown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Morningside Heights apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Forten at Columbia3 Bedroom3BR,3BA$9.90
45 Tiemann Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$4.98
124 W 117th St, Unit 2124 W 117th St1BR,1BA$3.49
136 W 117th St, Unit 3136 W 117th St2BR,1BA$9.52

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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A Local Expert's Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in NYC

A Local Expert's guide to the Best Student Friendly Neighborhoods Near Colleges in the New York City area for affordable living. Find your perfect NYC Student apartment, condo, or rental home today at ApartmentHomeliving.com

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Morningside Heights, New York, NY

Ranked #58

Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morningside Heights Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Morningside Heights?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Morningside Heights is at The Balton Apartments listed at $1,038.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Morningside Heights Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Morningside Heights Apartment is $2,990 at 45 Tiemann Place.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Morningside Heights Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Morningside Heights is starting from $3,700 at 45 Tiemann Place.

What is the most affordable Morningside Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Morningside Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 1440 Amsterdam Ave and starts from $6,595.

Expert Rental Resources

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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Everything is a negotiation in real estate!