Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Morningside Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,000 (36 Rentals)

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2783-2787 Broadway
Studio Apartments

2783-2787 Broadway

2783-2787 BroadwayNew York, NY 10025
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513-515 W 111th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

513-515 W 111th St

513-515 W 111th StNew York, NY 10025
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Dartmouth Apartments
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Dartmouth Apartments

509 W 110th StNew York, NY 10025
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417-421 W 120th St
Studio Apartments

417-421 W 120th St

417-421 W 120th StNew York, NY 10027
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209 W 108th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

209 W 108th St

209 W 108th StNew York, NY 10025
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214 W 109th St 3C
2 Bedroom Apartments

214 W 109th St 3C

214 W 109th StNew York, NY 10025
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167 St. Nicholas
2 Bedroom Apartments

167 St. Nicholas

167 Saint Nicholas AveNew York, NY 10026
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The Douglass
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Douglass

279 W 117th StNew York, NY 10026
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312 Manhattan Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

312 Manhattan Ave

312 Manhattan AveNew York, NY 10026
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247 W 109th St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

247 W 109th St

247 W 109th StNew York, NY 10025
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Susan's Court
Studio Apartments

Susan's Court

454 Manhattan AveNew York, NY 10026
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969 Amsterdam Ave 5R
2 Bedroom Apartments

969 Amsterdam Ave 5R

969-971 Amsterdam AveNew York, NY 10025
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249 W 109th St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

249 W 109th St

249 W 109th StNew York, NY 10025
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928 Columbus Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

928 Columbus Ave

928 Columbus AveNew York, NY 10025
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202 W 109th St
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

202 W 109th St

202 W 109th StNew York, NY 10025
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212 W 109th
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

212 W 109th

212 W 109th StNew York, NY 10025
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Enclave at the Cathedral
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Enclave at the Cathedral

400-498 W 113th StNew York, NY 10025
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515 W 110th St
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

515 W 110th St

515 W 110th StNew York, NY 10025
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272 Manhattan Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

272 Manhattan Ave

272 Manhattan AveNew York, NY 10026
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245 W 10th
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

245 W 10th

245 W 109th StNew York, NY 10025
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Morningside Heights, New York, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Morningside Heights Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
45 Tiemann Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2,800
2 St Nicholas Terrace2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3,700

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morningside Heights, NY

As of August 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Morningside Heights area is the $4.36 price per square foot 233 W 121st St Model at 233 W 121st St, Unit 2 in the in the Uptown neighborhood starting from $4,800. The second greatest value Morningside Heights apartment is the 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom Model at 2 St Nicholas Terrace starting at $3,700 with a $3.70 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.
233 W 121st St, Unit 2233 W 121st St3BR,2BA$4.36
2 St Nicholas Terrace2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.70
Avalon Morningside ParkA2-21BR,1BA$8.56
540 W 114th St, Unit 3540 W 114th St2BR,1BA$7.14
45 Tiemann Place1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$6.22
Private room in all-inclusive Co-Living AptEconomy private room in 5BR shared apt1BR,1BA$15.90

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Morningside Heights, New York, NY

Ranked #111

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Morningside Heights Neighborhood in New York, NY

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

100 / 100

Rider’s Paradise

World-class public transportation

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Morningside Heights Apartments

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Morningside Heights Apartment is $2,800 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 $3,600 at 45 Tiemann Place.

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