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

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Washington Heights, New York, NY Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
652 West 163rd Street1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,695
112 Haven Avenue1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2,750
86 Haven Avenue2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3,350
664 West 163rd Street2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3,500
400 Fort Washington Avenue3 BR, 1 Bath3BR,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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
400 Fort Washington Avenue3 BR, 1 Bath3BR,1BA$3.25
86 Haven Avenue2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$3.53
556 W 165th St, Unit 1556 W 165th St1BR,1BA$2.81
664 West 163rd Street2 BR, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$4.67
652 West 163rd Street1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$4.15
112 Haven Avenue1 BR, 1 Bath1BR,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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