
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Upper Manhattan Neighborhood of New York, NY from $600 (1,468 Rentals)
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187 Pinehurst Avenue

The Kenilworth

Lafayette Gardens

70 Park Ter E

4113 Broadway

69 Bennett Avenue

710 Riverside Dr

Broadway Towers

The River Arts
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Park Terrace Arms

The Riviera

Park Terrace Gardens

1883 Amsterdam Avenue

807 Riverside Dr

Overlook Towers

Fort Tryon Gardens

4260 Broadway

River Terrace Apartments

Academy Twins Condominium
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66 Overlook Ter

96 Arden St

60 Cooper St

Inwood Terrace

812 Riverside Dr

849 St Nicholas Pl

2095-2097 Amsterdam Ave

463-467 W 166th St

Convent Gardens

105-115 Bennett Ave
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766 W 181st St

801 Riverside Dr

100 Park Terrace West

652 W 189th St

The Ammann

680 W 204th St

Park Terrace Gardens

930 ST NICHOLAS AVE

Edgecombe parc

514 W 148th St
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The Highbridge Condominium

2494 Amsterdam Ave

870 Riverside Dr

The Roger Morris

518 W 148th St

548 W 148th St

45-53 Cabrini Blvd

34-44 Seaman avenue

612 West 188th Street

502 W 167th St
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Cheapest Available Upper Manhattan Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Upper Manhattan area of New York, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at River Hill Gardens priced from $1,592. 116 Seaman Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,750. Here are the most affordable Upper Manhattan apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| River Hill Gardens | Apartment 01C | 1BR,1BA | $1,592 |
| 116 Seaman Avenue | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,750 |
| 567 Fort Washington Avenue | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $2,295 |
| 664 West 163rd Street | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,445 |
| 106 Fort Washington Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,595 |
| 258 Wadsworth Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2,612 |
| 518 West 204th Street | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,695 |
| 560 West 218th Street | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Manhattan, NY
As of February 21, 2026 the best value apartment in the Upper Manhattan area is the $3.23 price per square foot 4 BR, 2 Baths Model at 615 Fort Washington Avenue in the in the Fort George neighborhood starting from $4,200. The second greatest value Upper Manhattan apartment is the 2 Bed Model at Winston Churchill starting at $3,875 with a $2.99 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 615 Fort Washington Avenue | 4 BR, 2 Baths | 4BR,2BA | $3.23 |
| Winston Churchill | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.99 |
| 700 Fort Washington Ave, Unit 5J | 700 Fort Washington Ave | 3BR,1BA | $3.67 |
| 560 West 218th Street | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.80 |
| The Grand | Apartment 09F | 2BR,2BA | $3.00 |
| 600 West 218th Street | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.02 |
| 106 Fort Washington Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 300 Fort Washington Avenue | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.56 |
| 556 W 165th St, Unit 1 | 556 W 165th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| River Hill Gardens | Apartment 01C | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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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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The 10 Best Affordable Neighborhoods for Renting in New York City
Written by: Joshua Carlucci
New York City is the city that never sleeps, but it’s also the city that’s often synonymous with sky-high rents and steep living costs. That said, if you’re like many of us at ApartmentHomeLiving.

Top Student Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent Near Colleges in NYC
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New York City is more than just a destination—it’s a way of life, especially for students eager to dive into a melting pot of cultures, endless activities, and academic prestige.

The Local NYC Experts Guide to the Perfect Neighborhoods Near Top Employers
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.