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    2030 Hudson Street, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
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    5/5 Anonymous on Sep 25, 2024

    i've been here for a few months, and could not be happier about the quality of the building, location and friendliness of the staff

    5/5 Anonymous on Dec 9, 2023

    Great place for young peopele because there's a lot of restaurants and cafes around here.

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    1982-1984 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10032
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    449 Audubon Avenue, New York, NY 10040
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    1469 St. Nicholas Avenue, New York, NY 10033
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    82-84 Wadsworth Avenue, New York, NY 10033
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    2030 Hudson Street, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
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    2036 Amsterdam Avenue, New York, NY 10032
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    630 West 172Nd Street, New York, NY 10032
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    1890-92 Andrews Ave, Bronx, NY 10453
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    1 BED $1,358
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    2175 Hudson Terrace, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
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    2050 Central Road, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
    1 BED $2,430+
    2 BEDS $3,535+
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    2100 N Central Rd, Fort Lee, NJ 07024
    STUDIO $2,750
    1 BED $3,550
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    120 W. 183Rd Street, Bronx, NY 10453
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    613-615 WEST 144TH STREET, NEW YORK, NY 10031
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    680 St. Nicholas St., New York, NY 10030
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    2060 Anthony Ave, Bronx, NY 10457
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    2065 Ryer Avenue, Bronx, NY 10457
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    702 Grand Concourse, Bronx, NY 10451
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    312 W142 St, New York, NY 10030
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Average rent in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY

$2,671/mo Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY average rental price, November 2024
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The average monthly rent for an apartment in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY is around $2,671.

Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY apartment rent ranges

Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY rent trends

Getting around in Washington Heights, NY

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Rider's Paradise
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Walk Score®: 97, Transit Score®: 100, Bike Score®: 80

Frequently asked questions

When were prices and availability in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY last updated?

Prices and availability in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY were last updated on 8 Dec 2024.

What are the best apartments in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY?

The best apartments in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY are: 1982-1984 Amsterdam Avenue, 449 Audubon Avenue, 1469 St. Nicholas Avenue, 82-84 Wadsworth Avenue and Site A-Washington Heights TP4 LLC.

What is the average rent in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY?

The average rent in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY is $2,671. Start your search for apartments in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY now.

What is the price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY?

The price range for a 1-bedroom apartment in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY is between $2,100 and $2,350. Browse all available 1-bedroom apartments in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY now.

What is the price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY?

The price range for a 2-bedroom apartment in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY is between $2,100 and $3,000. Browse and find a 2-bedroom apartment in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY.

What is the price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY?

The price range for a 3-bedroom apartment in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY is between $2,700 and $3,000. Browse all available 3-bedroom apartments in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY.

What type of rental buildings are in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY?

In Washington Heights 87% of the housing is rented out compared to 13% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 39% of Washington Heights’s apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 61% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 0.3% are single-family rentals.

Living in Washington Heights, New York, NY

Washington Heights - also known as "Little Dominican Republic" - is a scenic waterside neighborhood in Upper Manhattan on the east side of the historic George Washington Bridge over the Hudson River. The neighborhood has a long Dominican history that lends authenticity and character to the area. In recent years, renting in Washington Heights has become an affordable fit for many young professionals, students and families looking for a quiet escape without leaving the city.

In Washington Heights, renters with children have access to public schools like Dyckman Valley Elementary School; Incarnation Elementary School; Mahlia Jackson Middle School; Duke Ellington Middle School; Audubon Middle School; The Luis Belliard School; Greg Luperon High School for Math and Sciences; and Washington Heights High School. Washington Heights rentals are also close to New York Presbyterian Hospital; Irving University Medical Center; Columbia Children's Hospital; and Beth Abraham Hospital.

Renting in Washington Heights, New York, NY

Renters in Washington Heights are less than two miles from Yankee Stadium, eight miles north of New York University and just outside of Met Cloisters (a Medieval art and architecture museum). Plus, more history is found around the rentals in Washington Heights at the Little Red Lighthouse and the High Bridge, which takes renters on a walkway from Washington Heights into the Bronx. Some townhouses for rent are modern, while others are traditional brownstones with multiple floors and spacious rooms. In particular, Sylvan Terrace is a beautiful subdivision with cobblestone streets and 19th-century townhouses for rent. Meanwhile, modern, high-rise apartment rentals often overlook the Hudson River, and these buildings have fitness centers, rooftop terraces and 24-hour concierge services. The apartments for rent have one to four bedrooms and there are no single-family houses for rent in Washington Heights.

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Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY demographics

  • 177,734Total Population
  • 89,416 Female
    88,317 Male
  • 37.5Median Age

In total, Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY has 177,734 residents, 89,416 women and 88,317 men, per U.S. Census recent estimates. Statistics show that the median age of Washington Heights’s population is 37.5.

Amenities in Washington Heights, New York, NY

Renters in Washington Heights go to J. Hood Wright Recreation Center for its basketball and handball courts, athletic field, computer lab, fitness center, library and playground. The Washington Heights Library, Mendel Gottesman University Library and Augustus C. Long Health Sciences Library are also close. Washington Heights is also known for its parks. The two most famous are Fort Washington Park - which has a sports court by the Hudson River - and George Washington Bridge Park with a mini-playground. There's also Lily Brown Playground, Ilka Tanya Payan Park, Roger Morris Park and High Bridge Park Partners. From Irish pubs to authentic Dominican, Ecuadorian, and Mexican cuisines, renters will find the best restaurants and nightlife on Dyckman Street. Or, for groceries, Washington Heights renters are well-covered with 10 independent stores at the neighborhood's north and south.

Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY households

  • 35,306 Family
    30,204 Non-family
  • 16,267 Children
    49,244 No Children
  • 65,511Total Number of Households
  • 2.65Average People Per Household
  • $59,115Median Household Income

There is a total of 65,511 households in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY. Of these, 16,267 have children and 49,244 are without children. Per Census Bureau’s most current estimates, 35,306 family households and 30,204 non-family households live in this area. The size of a household in Washington Heights is 2.65 people, on average. The median household annual income in Washington Heights equals $59,115, and the monthly housing costs equal $1,597.

Transportation in Washington Heights, New York, NY

When renting in Washington Heights, public transportation is provided by the Metropolitan Transit Authority (MTA). Renters can reach Midtown Manhattan from Washington Heights by taking the A train from 168th Street to 125th, and the D train from the intersection of Coney Island Avenue and Stillwell Avenue to the 42nd Street-Bryant Park Station. Or, to reach Lower Manhattan, renters take the C train from 168th Street to Canal Street. Otherwise, the M2 Bus Route takes renters from Washington Heights to East Village, passing through West Harlem, East Harlem and Central Park, while the M98 Bus Route takes renters from Washington Heights to East Midtown, passing along the Harlem River. Finally, the nearest major airport when renting in Washington Heights is New Liberty International Airport.

Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY education statistics

According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, 13% of the population in Washington Heights, Manhattan, New York City, NY have no high school education, 29% went to high-school, and 18% have partially completed college. Moreover, 6% of the population hold an Associate Degree, 21% hold a Bachelor Degree, and 14% hold a Graduate Degree.

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