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Hawley Green
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from $900Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now

Hawley Green

307-315 Hawley AveSyracuse, NY 13203
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219 Elliott St

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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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VanKeuren Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

VanKeuren Square

2223 E Genesee StSyracuse, NY 13210
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127 South Ave
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127 South Ave

127 South AveSyracuse, NY 13204
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Clinton Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clinton Plaza

550 S Clinton StSyracuse, NY 13202
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Syracuse, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Syracuse, NY

Pricing Updated: 03/03/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Syracuse, NY area range in price from $700 to $7,200 with an overall median price of $2,153. The three Syracuse neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Fairmount at $990, Southside at $875, and Taunton at $925. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Syracuse Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Fairmount$1,547$990359
Southside$1,547$875614
Taunton$1,590$925584
Eastwood$1,597$7751171
Westvale$1,600$925829
Lincoln Park$1,625$7121093
Near Eastside$1,650$7121310
Sedgwick$1,650$712957
Elmwood$1,700$8751559
Southwest Syracuse$1,700$8751739

Cheapest Available Syracuse Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Syracuse, NY is a Studio unit found at Brownstone Luxury Studio Apartments in the Near Westside neighborhood priced from $825. Lifestyle Apartments at Syracuse in the Meadowbrook 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
Brownstone Luxury Studio ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$825
Lifestyle Apartments at SyracuseThe Gardens Studio (All Utilities Included)Studio,1BA$825
Carriage HouseStudioStudio,1BA$875
Thurber ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$885
Pine TreeStoneStudio,1BA$895
Grant VillageSquire1BR,1BA$895
Hawley Green15Studio,1BA$900
Victory at Syracuse4BR/1BA4BR,1BA$900
East Village Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$975
Sunnycrest ManorStar1BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Syracuse, NY

As of March 03, 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 189 Bennett Rd Model at 189 Bennett Rd, Unit Bldg. A Unit 1 starting at $2,300 with a $1.21 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
189 Bennett Rd, Unit Bldg. A Unit 1189 Bennett Rd2BR,2BA$1.21
Saddle ClubUpgrade Townhome3BR,1.5BA$1.05
408 E Laurel St3BDR 1BA3BR,1BA$1.12
719 E Genesee St3 bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.22
Waterbury Ridge ApartmentsCall for Availability1BR,1BA$1.07
Classic AmericanRockaway2BR,1BA$0.92
122 Meredith Ave, Unit #2122 Meredith Ave3BR,1BA$1.09
537 Tompkins St, Unit 539537 Tompkins St3BR,1BA$1.23
238 Richmond Ave, Unit 238-F238 Richmond Ave2BR,1BA$1.11

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Syracuse Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Syracuse?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Syracuse is at Brownstone Luxury Studio Apartments listed at $825.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Syracuse Apartment is $895 at Grant Village.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Syracuse is starting from $1,060 at Grant Village.

What is the most affordable Syracuse Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Syracuse Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Victory at Syracuse and starts from $1,375.

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