Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $500 (18 Rentals)

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Ross Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ross Towers

710-712 Lodi StSyracuse, NY 13203
Senior Living
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Brick School Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brick School Terrace

818 Salt Springs RdSyracuse, NY 13224

Eastside

Named as one of the Best Affordable Neighborhoods to rent in Syracuse by our , Local Expert Jessica Mousseau. See how it ranks!

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VanKeuren Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

VanKeuren Square

2223 E Genesee StSyracuse, NY 13210
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826 Maryland Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

826 Maryland Ave

826 Maryland AveSyracuse, NY 13210
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The Luxe Forty
Studio Apartments

The Luxe Forty

1855 Burnet AveSyracuse, NY 13206
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Thurber Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Thurber Apartments

103-113 Remington AveSyracuse, NY 13210
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Ballantyne Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Ballantyne Gardens

161 Ballantyne RdSyracuse, NY 13205
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Elm Street Complex
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Elm Street Complex

308-316 Elm StSyracuse, NY 13203
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Victory at Syracuse
1 to 7 Bedroom Apartments

Victory at Syracuse

1201 Harrison StSyracuse, NY 13210
Student Housing
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Eastside, Syracuse, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Eastside Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastside area of Syracuse, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Courtyard at James priced from $762. Lifestyle Apartments at Syracuse has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $825. Here are the most affordable Eastside apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Courtyard at James1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$762
Lifestyle Apartments at SyracuseThe Gardens Studio (All Utilities Included)Studio,1BA$825
Carriage HouseStudioStudio,1BA$875
Thurber ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$885
Victory at Syracuse4BR/1BA4BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, NY

As of April 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Eastside area is the $0.52 price per square foot 4X4 Model at University Village Apartments on Colvin in the in the Meadowbrook neighborhood starting from $890. The second greatest value Eastside apartment is the Rose Model at Greenway Place starting at $1,695 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the University Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastside apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
University Village Apartments on Colvin4X44BR,4BA$0.52
Greenway PlaceRose3BR,2.5BA$1.26
719 E Genesee St3 bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.22
252 Buckingham Ave, Unit 1st Floor252 Buckingham Ave3BR,1BA$1.28
Arbor Heights Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.35
Kasson PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.37
502 University Apartments1bed/1bath1BR,1BA$1.50
306 Vann St, Unit Clean 2 bedroom306 Vann St2BR,1BA$1.50
East Towne Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.50
Courtyard at James1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.39

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Lifestyle Ratings

Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across New York, 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 our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!

Getting Around the Eastside Neighborhood in Syracuse, NY

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastside Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Eastside?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eastside is under $1,095.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eastside?

The cheapest apartment in Eastside is Courtyard at James which is listed at $762, while the average apartment in Eastside costs $2,500.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eastside?

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 59 regular apartments in Eastside 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 Eastside?

Cheap apartments in Eastside have an average cost of $807 which is $1,693 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eastside.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Your Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Syracuse, NY

Written by: Jessica Mousseau

Hey! Jessica here, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Syracuse, New York.

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

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

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

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.