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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 300 Fort Washington Avenue priced from $1,425. River Hill Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,675. Here are the most affordable Upper Manhattan apartments for rent in New York, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
300 Fort Washington AvenueStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,425
River Hill GardensApartment 00AStudio,1BA$1,675
116 Seaman AvenueStudio, 1 BathStudio,1BA$1,750
165-175 Sherman Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,025
70 Post Avenue2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2,272

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Upper Manhattan, NY

As of November 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Upper Manhattan area is the $2.80 price per square foot 1833 Phelan Pl Model at 1833 Phelan Pl, Unit 3A in the in the Morris Heights neighborhood starting from $3,643. The second greatest value Upper Manhattan apartment is the 2 BR, 1 Bath Model at 400 Fort Washington Avenue starting at $2,504 with a $2.09 price per square foot in the Washington Heights 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.
1833 Phelan Pl, Unit 3A1833 Phelan Pl3BR,1BA$2.80
400 Fort Washington Avenue2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.09
600 West 218th Street2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$2.97
21 Magaw Place1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.11
The Century1 Bed1BR,1BA$3.25
556 W 165th St, Unit 1556 W 165th St1BR,1BA$3.13
24 Thayer Street2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.33
70 Post Avenue2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.25
15 Magaw Place1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$3.29
River Hill GardensApartment 00AStudio ,1BA$2.64

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Upper Manhattan, New York, NY

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Frequently Asked Questions about Upper Manhattan

What type of rentals are currently available in Upper Manhattan?

There are currently 3205 Apartments for Rent in Upper Manhattan, NY with pricing that ranges from $950 to $37,500. There are also 85 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Upper Manhattan ranging from $1,075 to $6,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Upper Manhattan?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Upper Manhattan ranges from $1,075 to $6,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,442.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Upper Manhattan?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Upper Manhattan range from $3,464 to $4,995, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $3,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,075 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,000.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.