
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Washington Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY from $2,195 (317 Rentals)


Broadway Towers

4113 Broadway

The River Arts

Lafayette Gardens

1883 Amsterdam Avenue

4260 Broadway

2095-2097 Amsterdam Ave

The Ammann

Edgecombe parc
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The Highbridge Condominium

70 Haven Ave

The Crillon Court

The Grinnell at 100

552 W 161st St

1301 Saint Nicholas Ave

867 W 181st St

834 Riverside Dr

2 Magaw Place

664 W 161st St
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536 W 149th St

The Falkland

703 W 171st St

140 Wadsworth Ave

2895 Frederick Douglass Blvd

570 W 182nd St

712 W 176th St

492 Convent Ave

479 W 152nd St

501 W 150th St
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RiverBridge Court

558 W 151st St

469 W 152nd St

359 Fort Washington Ave

219 Audubon Ave

20 Colonel Robert Magaw Pl

15 Washington Ter

471 W 165th St

473 W 165th St

515 W 170th St
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371 Fort Washington Ave

811 Riverside Dr

2930 Frederick Douglass Boulevard

466 W 166th St

473 W 158th St

521 W 175th St

386 Fort Washington Ave

613 W 169th St

502 W 168th St

720 W 173rd St
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Washington Heights, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Washington Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Washington Heights Studio Apartments | $2,371 | $1,985 | $3,000 |
Washington Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,787 | $2,195 | $3,460 |
| Washington Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,029 | $2,250 | $3,340 |
| Washington Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,283 | $3,700 | $4,800 |
| Washington Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $9,859 | $4,400 | $10,000+ |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWashington Heights, New York, NY
Ranked #78
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Washington Heights, New York, NY
Ps 128 Audubon
Ms 319 Marie Teresa
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Washington Heights Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment is $2,675 at 106 Fort Washington Avenue.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Washington Heights Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Washington Heights is starting from $2,675 at 106 Fort Washington Avenue.
What is the most affordable Washington Heights Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Washington Heights Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 106 Fort Washington Avenue and starts from $2,675.
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