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2 Bedroom Apartments
2905 Frederick Douglass Boulevard
2905 Frederick Douglass BoulevardNew York, NY 10039
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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 | $2,192 | $2,184 | $2,200 |
| Washington Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,733 | $2,200 | $3,495 |
| Washington Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,981 | $2,750 | $3,300 |
| Washington Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,999 | $3,464 | $4,868 |
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There are currently 603 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Washington Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY.
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Cheapest Available Washington Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Washington Heights area of New York, NY is a Studio unit found at 300 Fort Washington Avenue priced from $1,425. 611 W 177th Street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,300. Here are the most affordable Washington Heights apartments for rent in New York, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 300 Fort Washington Avenue | Studio, 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,425 |
| 611 W 177th Street | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| 15 Magaw Place | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,300 |
| 81 Cabrini Boulevard | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,302 |
| 400 Fort Washington Avenue | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2,504 |
| 112 Haven Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| 86 Haven Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
| 664 West 163rd Street | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,795 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, NY
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Washington Heights area is the $2.09 price per square foot 2 BR, 1 Bath Model at 400 Fort Washington Avenue in the in the Washington Heights neighborhood starting from $2,504. The second greatest value Washington Heights apartment is the 1 BR, 1 Bath Model at 21 Magaw Place starting at $2,795 with a $3.11 price per square foot in the Washington Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Washington Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 400 Fort Washington Avenue | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| 21 Magaw Place | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.11 |
| 556 W 165th St, Unit 1 | 556 W 165th St | 1BR,1BA | $3.13 |
| 542 West 153rd Street | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $4.30 |
| 556 W 161st St, Unit 1 | 556 W 161st St | 1BR,1.5BA | $3.60 |
| 15 Magaw Place | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $3.29 |
| 86 Haven Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.30 |
| 664 West 163rd Street | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.30 |
| 112 Haven Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.66 |
| 611 W 177th Street | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $4.60 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWashington Heights, New York, NY
Ranked #64
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Washington Heights, New York, NY
Ps 128 Audubon
New York City Geographic District 6 Manhattan
Public School - Grades PK-5 (477)
5 out of 10
Ms 319 Marie Teresa
New York City Geographic District 6 Manhattan
Public School - Grades 6-8 (236)
6 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
Getting Around the Washington Heights Neighborhood in New York, NY
Walk Score®
95 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
78 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
100 / 100
Rider’s Paradise
World-class public transportation
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $2,300 at 611 W 177th Street.
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 $2,504 at 400 Fort Washington Avenue.
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