
Cheap Homes for Rent in Washington Heights Neighborhood of New York, NY from $1,900 (15 Rentals)
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628 W 151st St

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985 Summit Ave

540 W 158th St

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Washington Heights, New York, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Washington Heights?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Washington Heights 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,946 | $2,395 | $4,800 |
Washington Heights 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,475 | $3,025 | $4,250 |
Washington Heights 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,150 | $4,150 | $4,150 |
Browse Homes for Rent in this Neighborhood
There are currently 15 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 1 Bed unit found at 652 West 163rd Street priced from $2,695. 112 Haven Avenue has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $2,750. Here are the most affordable Washington Heights apartments for rent in New York, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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652 West 163rd Street | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,695 |
112 Haven Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,750 |
86 Haven Avenue | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,350 |
664 West 163rd Street | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3,500 |
400 Fort Washington Avenue | 3 BR, 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $3,900 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, NY
As of June 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Washington Heights area is the $3.25 price per square foot 3 BR, 1 Bath Model at 400 Fort Washington Avenue in the in the Washington Heights neighborhood starting from $3,900. The second greatest value Washington Heights apartment is the 2 BR, 1 Bath Model at 86 Haven Avenue starting at $3,350 with a $3.53 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. |
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400 Fort Washington Avenue | 3 BR, 1 Bath | 3BR,1BA | $3.25 |
86 Haven Avenue | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.53 |
556 W 165th St, Unit 1 | 556 W 165th St | 1BR,1BA | $2.81 |
664 West 163rd Street | 2 BR, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $4.67 |
652 West 163rd Street | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.15 |
112 Haven Avenue | 1 BR, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $4.58 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Washington Heights
What type of rentals are currently available in Washington Heights?
There are currently 1375 Apartments for Rent in Washington Heights, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,175 to $7,870. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Washington Heights ranging from $1,995 to $4,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Washington Heights?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Washington Heights ranges from $1,995 to $4,800 with an average monthly rent of $2,981.
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