Affordable rent-stabilized apartments for rent in Upper West Side
Upper West Side is showing mostly 1-bedrooms and 2-bedrooms across 85+ apartments for rent, which makes the neighborhood practical to scan by unit size if you are comparing one-person and two-person budgets. The neighborhood averages a 4.0/5 building rating across 94 rated buildings, with an average tenancy length of 5.3 months based on 86 relisted units and an average rent increase of 10.0% based on 257 relisted units (building-level trends; individual units can differ).
Browse 85+ affordable rent-stabilized apartments for rent in Upper West Side, Manhattan. This page narrows the scope to Upper West Side rentals with asking rents at or below $4,600 and rent-stabilized status. Openigloo helps you compare renter-relevant details like building reviews and lease context before you apply. The affordable filter here is market-relative, not a housing program, and rent-stabilized apartments can still have different renewal rules, fees, and move-in terms.
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What to check before for affordable, rent-stabilized apartments in Upper West Side, Manhattan
- Expect mostly 1-bedrooms and 2-bedrooms in this Upper West Side inventory.
- The affordable filter on this page means asking rents at or below $4,600, not income-restricted housing.
- Rent-stabilized status can still come with different lease terms, registration details, and renewal notices, so verify the unit directly.
- Compare building ratings and tenant feedback on Openigloo before scheduling a tour or submitting an application.
- Budget for the full monthly cost, including fees, utilities, and any broker fee or deposit, not just the asking rent.

















