Cheap Homes for Rent in Morningside Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,100 (88 Rentals)

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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 2 Beds unit found at 2 St Nicholas Terrace priced from $3,700. 30 Morningside Dr has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $5,900. Here are the most affordable Morningside Heights apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
2 St Nicholas Terrace2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3,700
30 Morningside Dr1102BR,2BA$5,900
45 Tiemann Place4 Bedroom / 3 Bathroom4BR,3BA$7,449

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Morningside Heights, NY

As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Morningside Heights area is the $4.27 price per square foot 233 W 121st St Model at 233 W 121st St, Unit 2 in the in the Uptown neighborhood starting from $4,700. 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$4.27
2 St Nicholas Terrace2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$3.70
30 Morningside Dr1102BR,2BA$6.00
540 W 114th St, Unit 3540 W 114th St2BR,1BA$7.14
Avalon Morningside ParkS2Studio ,1BA$8.67

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Morningside Heights, New York, NY

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Frequently Asked Questions about Morningside Heights

What type of rentals are currently available in Morningside Heights?

There are currently 1327 Apartments for Rent in Morningside Heights, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,410 to $9,669. There are also 218 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Morningside Heights ranging from $1,150 to $13,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Morningside Heights?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Morningside Heights ranges from $1,150 to $13,950 with an average monthly rent of $2,598.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Morningside Heights?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Morningside Heights range from $3,000 to $9,669, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,275 to $13,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,150 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,530.

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