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Learn about Syracuse and the best places to live with original content written by our Local Expert Jessica Mousseau

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Faith & Hope Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Faith & Hope Manor

648 W Onondaga StSyracuse, NY 13204
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Ross Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ross Towers

710-712 Lodi StSyracuse, NY 13203
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Almus Olver Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Almus Olver Towers

300 Burt StSyracuse, NY 13202
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Brick School Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brick School Terrace

818 Salt Springs RdSyracuse, NY 13224
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Syracuse, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Syracuse, NY

Pricing Updated: 04/12/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Syracuse, NY area range in price from $700 to $7,200 with an overall median price of $2,100. The three Syracuse neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Salt Springs at $850, Washington Square at $825, and Fairmount at $990. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Syracuse Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Salt Springs$1,497$85023
Washington Square$1,600$82552
Fairmount$1,612$99012
Sedgwick$1,650$74654
Westvale$1,650$85040
North Valley$1,695$75027
Elmwood$1,705$75094
Southwest Syracuse$1,705$85571
Downtown$1,724$746127
Taunton$1,725$85026

Cheapest Available Syracuse Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Syracuse, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Courtyard at James in the Near Northeast neighborhood priced from $762. Brownstone Luxury Studio Apartments in the Near Westside neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Syracuse apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Courtyard at James1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$762
Brownstone Luxury Studio ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$825
Carriage HouseStudioStudio,1BA$875
Thurber ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$885
Grant VillageSquire1BR,1BA$895
Victory at Syracuse4BR/1BA4BR,1BA$900
JJN Properties at Polk StreetStudiosStudio,1BA$930
East Village Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$975
Lifestyle Apartments at SyracuseThe Gardens Studio (All Utilities Included)Studio,1BA$995
Nob Hill1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Syracuse, NY

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Syracuse area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2 Car Garage Included, In Unit Laundry Model at Franklin View Terrace in the in the Near Northeast neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Syracuse apartment is the Unit 1 - Garden Model at Northwood Patio Homes starting at $2,700 with a $1.13 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Syracuse apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Franklin View Terrace2 Car Garage Included, In Unit Laundry2BR,2BA$1.07
Northwood Patio HomesUnit 1 - Garden2BR,1BA$1.13
137 Bryant Ave137 Bryant Ave2BR,1BA$0.94
University Village Apartments on Colvin4X44BR,4BA$0.52
408 E Laurel St3BDR 1BA3BR,1BA$1.12
Waterbury Ridge ApartmentsCall for Availability1BR,1BA$1.07
Classic AmericanRockaway2BR,1BA$0.92
122 Meredith Ave, Unit #2122 Meredith Ave3BR,1BA$1.09
213 Emerson Ave, Unit Tipp Hill 2nd floor Apt.213 Emerson Ave3BR,1BA$1.18
Wildwood Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17

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Syracuse Overview

The fourth most populated city in the entire great state of New York, Syracuse has come to practically define 'upstate' to many people. Flush with exciting cultural destinations, sporting events and job growth, Syracuse is truly a city on the rise. And making your home in one of the many wonderful options in Syracuse apartments is the key to getting the most out of life here.

Why live in Syracuse, NY?

Known for its wide range of high education hot-spots as well as a number of historic landmarks well worth discovering, Syracuse has been on the rise for a number of decades. Offering easy access to the Big Apple via train or highway, as well as a short distance from the job market of state capitol Albany, it's easy to see why living life in Syracuse apartments and homes continues to be a growing New York favorite.

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Getting Around Syracuse, NY

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

35 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Syracuse, NY Area Reviews

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February 25, 2025

Not only does it give a suburb feel with a downtown location in most neighborhoods, it features a large variety of cuisine, tons of entertainment options right in town, and yearround activities to enjoy.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Syracuse Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Syracuse?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Syracuse is under $995.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Syracuse?

The cheapest apartment in Syracuse is Courtyard at James which is listed at $762, while the average apartment in Syracuse costs $2,100.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Syracuse?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 632 regular apartments in Syracuse that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Syracuse?

Cheap apartments in Syracuse have an average cost of $737 which is $1,363 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Syracuse.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

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