Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Syracuse Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $700 (19 Rentals)

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Clinton Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clinton Plaza

550 S Clinton StSyracuse, NY 13202
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Clinton Square Suites
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clinton Square Suites

226-230 W Genesee StSyracuse, NY 13202
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One Clinton Square
1 Bedroom Apartments

One Clinton Square

1 Clinton SqSyracuse, NY 13202
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The Chimes Building
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Chimes Building

500 S Salina StSyracuse, NY 13202
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Creekwalk Commons
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Creekwalk Commons

360 Erie Blvd ESyracuse, NY 13202
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Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Syracuse Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Syracuse area of Syracuse, NY is a Studio unit found at The Ikon priced from $1,095. Nettleton Commons Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Downtown Syracuse apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The IkonStudio /1 Bath | Utilities includedStudio,1BA$1,095
Nettleton Commons ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
Regency Towerunfurnished remodelStudio,1BA$1,175
Clarendon Heights1 Bed/1 Bath @ 750 Sq. Ft.1BR,1BA$1,234
CommonspaceCS Warren- Unfurnished StudioStudio,1BA$1,271

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Syracuse, NY

As of March 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Syracuse area is the $1.50 price per square foot 307 S Clinton St Model at 307 S Clinton St, Unit 500 in the in the University Hill neighborhood starting from $3,600. The second greatest value Downtown Syracuse apartment is the 2BR 1.5BA Model at Deys Plaza Apartments starting at $2,200 with a $1.33 price per square foot in the University Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Syracuse apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
307 S Clinton St, Unit 500307 S Clinton St4BR,2BA$1.50
Deys Plaza Apartments2BR 1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.33
The Grange Building & GrangeXUnit 3 - Fireplace2BR,2BA$1.60
Icon Tower2 Bedrooms + 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.51
Jefferson TowerJefferson Tower Furnished 2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.54
State Tower1 bedroom Units1BR,1BA$1.60
Creekwalk Commons2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.78
Symphony Place1x11BR,1BA$1.80
Nettleton Commons ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.29
Regency Towerunfurnished remodelStudio ,1BA$1.53

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse, NY

Ranked #2

Among neighborhoods in Syracuse, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States, including Syracuse. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Downtown Syracuse Neighborhood in Syracuse, NY

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

73 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

59 / 100

Good Transit

Many 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.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Syracuse Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Syracuse?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Syracuse is at The Ikon listed at $1,095.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Syracuse Apartment is $1,100 at Nettleton Commons Apartments.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Syracuse is starting from $1,431 at Clarendon Heights.

What is the most affordable Downtown Syracuse Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Syracuse Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Ikon and starts from $1,710.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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