What does under $3,000 mean on this page?

It means the page is showing Washington Heights apartments for rent with asking rents at or below $3,000/month in Manhattan. It does not include units above that cap.

How many apartments for rent are currently in this scope?

There are 17 apartments for rent under $3,000 in Washington Heights right now, based on the latest snapshot.

What is the median rent here?

The median rent is $2,674 for this scope. Use it as a reference point, but compare each apartment’s full monthly cost before applying.

How does Openigloo help with this search?

Openigloo lets you compare apartments for rent with building and landlord review context, so you can look beyond the asking rent and see how a building has performed for renters.

What should I confirm before I apply?

Ask about application fees, broker fee, security deposit, utilities, and any move-in charges. A unit under $3,000 can still be expensive once those costs are added.

How should I think about 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom options here?

Since 1-bedrooms and 2-bedrooms are the most common unit types in Washington Heights, budget planning should include whether you need extra room for a home office, storage, or a shared lease.

Apartments for rent under $3,000 in Washington Heights

Washington Heights has 17 apartments for rent under $3,000 in this scope, and 1-bedrooms and 2-bedrooms are the most common unit types. That makes it a useful area to compare apartment size, layout, and commute access while staying within a price cap. Washington Heights has an average building rating of 3.2/5 across 47 rated buildings. The average rent increase is 15.5% based on 64 relisted units, so it can help to review building history before signing a lease (building-level trends; individual units can differ)

Browse 17 apartments for rent under $3,000 in Washington Heights, Manhattan. This page helps you narrow by price while comparing current apartments for rent in nearby Washington Heights areas like Fort George and Hudson Heights. Openigloo adds renter-first context so you can check building and landlord reviews before you apply. The under $3,000 filter is only about asking rent, so still review fees, utilities, deposit, and lease terms before deciding.

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What to check when comparing under $3k apartments in Washington Heights, Manhattan

Expect a median rent of $2,674 across this scope, so asking rents can vary a lot from one building to the next.
Use the under $3,000 filter as a starting point, then confirm total monthly cost including utilities, move-in fees, and any broker fee.
Washington Heights trends toward 1-bedrooms and 2-bedrooms, so unit size and layout matter if you are budgeting for space.
Check Openigloo building and landlord reviews to spot patterns in maintenance, communication, and turnover before scheduling a tour.
Verify whether each apartment includes a guarantor policy, income requirement, or application fee that changes the real cost.

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Apartments for rent under $3,000 in Washington Heights

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Rent-stabilized

Washington Heights·5 beds, 1 bath

3.2(3)

4232 Broadway #5A

$1,200

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Washington Heights·1 bed, 1 bath

3.5(8)

531 West 159 Street #4B

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Fort George·2 beds, 1 bath

2.5(8)

1 Arden Street #303

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Washington Heights·1 bed, 1 bath

2.1(6)

624 West 176 Street #39

$2,600

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What to check when comparing under $3k apartments in Washington Heights, Manhattan

Expect a median rent of $2,674 across this scope, so asking rents can vary a lot from one building to the next.
Use the under $3,000 filter as a starting point, then confirm total monthly cost including utilities, move-in fees, and any broker fee.
Washington Heights trends toward 1-bedrooms and 2-bedrooms, so unit size and layout matter if you are budgeting for space.
Check Openigloo building and landlord reviews to spot patterns in maintenance, communication, and turnover before scheduling a tour.
Verify whether each apartment includes a guarantor policy, income requirement, or application fee that changes the real cost.