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34 Hillside Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

34 Hillside Ave

34-64 Hillside AveNew York, NY 10040
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157-159 Vermilyea Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

157-159 Vermilyea Ave

157-159 Vermilyea AveNew York, NY 10034
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156 Sherman Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

156 Sherman Ave

156 Sherman AveNew York, NY 10034
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524 W 169th St
1 Bedroom Apartments

524 W 169th St

524 W 169th StNew York, NY 10032
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20 LAUREL HILL TER
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

20 LAUREL HILL TER

20 laurel Hill TerNew York, NY 10033
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266-68-270-72 Nagle Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

266-68-270-72 Nagle Ave

266-68-270-72 Nagle AveNew York, NY 10034
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11 Hillside Avenue
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

11 Hillside Avenue

11 Hillside AveNew York, NY 10040
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1,3,5 Post Avenue
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1,3,5 Post Avenue

1-5 Post AveNew York, NY 10034
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Upper Manhattan, New York, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Upper Manhattan Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Manhattan area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 116 Seaman Avenue priced from $1,750. Noonan Towers has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,890. Here are the most affordable Upper Manhattan apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
116 Seaman AvenueStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,750
Noonan TowersApartment 123Studio,1BA$1,890
560 West 218th StreetStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,038
400 Fort Washington Avenue1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,100
600 West 218th StreetStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$2,395
The Century1 Bed1BR,1BA$2,775
581 W 161st St1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,795
21 Magaw Place1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,795
106 Fort Washington Avenue1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Manhattan, NY

As of August 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Manhattan area is the $3.34 price per square foot 2 Bed Model at The Century in the in the Spuyten Duyvil neighborhood starting from $4,625. The second greatest value Upper Manhattan apartment is the 2744 Johnson Ave Model at 2744 Johnson Ave, Unit ThreeBedroom1.5Bath starting at $3,500 with a $2.69 price per square foot in the Spuyten Duyvil neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Upper Manhattan apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
The Century2 Bed2BR,2BA$3.34
2744 Johnson Ave, Unit ThreeBedroom1.5Bath2744 Johnson Ave3BR,1.5BA$2.69
Winston ChurchillJunior 41BR,1.5BA$3.24
615 Fort Washington Avenue2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.50
106 Fort Washington Avenue1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.15
21 Magaw Place1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.11
507 W 173rd St, Unit Great 2br Apt near train507 W 173rd St2BR,1BA$3.81
400 Fort Washington Avenue1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.23
600 West 218th StreetStudio, 1 BathStudio ,1BA$3.99
560 West 218th StreetStudio, 1 BathStudio ,1BA$3.58

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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

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Upper Manhattan, New York, NY

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

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3.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Upper Manhattan Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Upper Manhattan?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Upper Manhattan is at 116 Seaman Avenue listed at $1,750.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Upper Manhattan Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Upper Manhattan Apartment is $2,100 at 400 Fort Washington Avenue.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Upper Manhattan Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Upper Manhattan is starting from $3,500 at 615 Fort Washington Avenue.

What is the most affordable Upper Manhattan Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Upper Manhattan Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 258 Wadsworth Ave and starts from $3,207.

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