Cheap Apartments for Rent in Oneonta, NY from $600 (10 Rentals)

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70 Market St

OneontaNY13820
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11 West St
4 Bedroom Apartments

11 West St

11 West StOneonta, NY 13820
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Wood Ridge Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Wood Ridge Apartments

15 Farone DrOneonta, NY 13820
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36 Maple St
1 Bedroom Apartments

36 Maple St

36 Maple StOneonta, NY 13820

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Cheapest Available Oneonta Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Dietz Street Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$876

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Oneonta, NY

As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Oneonta area is the $1.67 price per square foot 11 Franklin St Model at 11 Franklin St, Unit 2 in the starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Oneonta apartment is the Chesapeake Model at Hillside Commons starting at $945 with a $0.82 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Oneonta apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
11 Franklin St, Unit 211 Franklin St5BR,1BA$1.67
Hillside CommonsChesapeake3BR,3BA$0.82
2 Telford St, Unit Carriage House2 Telford St1BR,1BA$1.63
5367 NY-7, Unit Apt 35367 NY-72BR,1BA$1.24
32 Grand St, Unit Apt #232 Grand St2BR,1BA$1.60
Dietz Street Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.18
10 Maple St, Unit 410 Maple StStudio ,1BA$1.86

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Oneonta Overview

The apartments in Oneonta, NY, can be the ideal place to call home. This city in New York is smaller, with about 12,700 people calling it home, but it feels like a modern community offering a traditional suburban feel. There are a lot of reasons to call it home, including the wide range of local restaurants, parks, shops, and bars. It is noted as a friendly community with a bit of a small town vibe (even though it’s quite modern in its offerings) and an arts scene. With two colleges in the area, Oneonta offers great access to higher education.

Why live in Oneonta, NY?

Oneonta has much to offer, including easy access to two college campuses and a wide range of restaurants, parks, and shops. The downtown area is a beautiful location with numerous architecturally beautiful spaces, and on the weekends, this is the place to be for nightlife. The city is notable for other reasons as well, including a strong school system and a wide range of green spaces, including areas for hiking and biking, sports complexes, and natural, open green areas. While it’s over an hour away from Albany, some people do live here and commute into the region for a variety of reasons. For many, the area’s natural beauty also makes it a highly desirable place to call home, especially for those that do not want to live in the urban jungle that surrounds the region. 

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Getting Around Oneonta, NY

Walk Score®

52 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

44 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Oneonta Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Oneonta Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Oneonta Apartment is $876 at Dietz Street Lofts.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Oneonta Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Oneonta is starting from $1,043 at Dietz Street Lofts.

What is the most affordable Oneonta Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Oneonta Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $800.

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