1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Upper West Side Neighborhood of New York, NY (1,455 Rentals)

252-254 E 74th St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Upper West Side?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Upper West Side Studio Apartments | $3,776 | $2,175 | $6,387 |
Upper West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments | $5,100 | $2,585 | $10,000+ |
Upper West Side 2 Bedroom Apartments | $8,098 | $3,080 | $10,000+ |
Upper West Side 3 Bedroom Apartments | $11,049 | $4,250 | $10,000+ |
Upper West Side 4 Bedroom Apartments | $13,365 | $8,600 | $10,000+ |
Upper West Side 5 Bedroom Apartments | $18,900 | $10,000 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Upper West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in the Upper West Side area of New York, NY is found at Waterline Square and is listed at 1,113 square feet priced from $10,680. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Waterline Square | Waterline 3 UL: A3a | 1,113 Sq Ft | $10,680 |
The Ashley | 1X1 - A28 | 962 Sq Ft | $6,895 |
AIRE | 1 Bedroom / 2 Bathroom | 824 Sq Ft | $5,988 |
48 W 68th Street |   | 810 Sq Ft | $5,600 |
1413 Second Ave | 1BR/1BA | 800 Sq Ft | $3,995 |
The Regent | One Bedroom | 775 Sq Ft | $4,895 |
Half Moon Harbour | A8 | 760 Sq Ft | $2,585 |
The Aldyn | 1X1 - A4 | 759 Sq Ft | $6,340 |
252-254 E 74th St | ONE BEDROOM | 0 Sq Ft | $4,700 |
Cheapest Available Upper West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit Upper West Side of New York, NY is the A8 Model starting from $2,585 at Half Moon Harbour. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Upper West Side is currently $5,100. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Half Moon Harbour | A8 | $2,585 |
605 W 112th St | One Bedroom | $3,200 |
278 W 86th St | 86th | $3,450 |
1413 Second Ave | 1BR/1BA | $3,995 |
504 W 55th St | 1 Bedroom | $4,000 |
The Helena | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | $4,082 |
FRANK 57 WEST | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | $4,477 |
VIA 57 WEST | 1 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom | $4,643 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Upper West Side Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Upper West Side with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Upper West Side is at Half Moon Harbour listed at $2,585.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Upper West Side Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Upper West Side is $5,100.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Upper West Side Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Upper West Side is a 1,113 square feet unit starting from $10,680 at Waterline Square.
What is the average size for Upper West Side 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Upper West Side is currently 768 sq ft.
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