
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Morningside Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,000 (33 Rentals)
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St Nicholas Park Apartments

1461 Amsterdam Ave

2783-2787 Broadway

2092 Frederick Douglass Blvd

132 West 109th Street

513-515 W 111th St

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417-421 W 120th St

209 W 108th St

214 W 109th St 3C

167 St. Nicholas

The Douglass

247 W 109th St

304 West 107 Street

312 Manhattan Ave
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Susan's Court

969 Amsterdam Ave 5R

243 W 109th St 1W

Triangle Court Apartments

3333 Broadway

512 West 136th St

249 W 109th St

928 Columbus Ave
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202 W 109th St

212 W 109th

313 West 116th Street

Enclave at the Cathedral

515 W 110th St

390 Manhattan Avenue

272 Manhattan Ave

2212 Frederick Douglass Boulevard
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245 W 10th
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Morningside Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morningside Heights Studio Apartments | $2,878 | $2,000 | $3,825 |
| Morningside Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,987 | $2,599 | $8,000 |
| Morningside Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $5,158 | $2,600 | $8,071 |
| Morningside Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $6,183 | $3,100 | $10,000+ |
| Morningside Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $8,122 | $5,975 | $10,000+ |
| Morningside Heights 5 Bedroom Apartments | $50,000 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 33 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Morningside Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Morningside Heights Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Morningside Heights area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 45 Tiemann Place priced from $3,100. 1440 Amsterdam Ave has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $3,225. Here are the most affordable Morningside Heights apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 45 Tiemann Place | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $3,100 |
| 1440 Amsterdam Ave | Studio | Studio,1BA | $3,225 |
| 2 St Nicholas Terrace | 3 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $4,500 |
| Avalon Morningside Park | A8 | 1BR,1BA | $4,860 |
| Forten at Columbia | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $5,895 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morningside Heights, NY
As of February 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Morningside Heights area is the $7.07 price per square foot 2 Bedroom Model at Forten at Columbia in the in the Uptown neighborhood starting from $5,895. The second greatest value Morningside Heights apartment is the A14 Model at Avalon Morningside Park starting at $5,670 with a $6.91 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Forten at Columbia | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $7.07 |
| Avalon Morningside Park | A14 | 1BR,1BA | $6.91 |
| 2 St Nicholas Terrace | 3 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $6.43 |
| 45 Tiemann Place | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $6.20 |
| 3133 Broadway | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $5.80 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Best Local Schools in Morningside Heights, New York, NY
Ps 36 Margaret Douglas
Ps 180 Hugo Newman
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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 1440 Amsterdam Ave listed at $3,225.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Morningside Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Morningside Heights Apartment is $3,100 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 $5,895 at Forten at Columbia.
What is the most affordable Morningside Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Morningside Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 45 Tiemann Place and starts from $4,500.
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