259 Robert Dr
SyracuseNY13210
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elmwood Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $400 (11 Rentals)
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2918 Midland Ave
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Carriage House
126-138 Jamesville AveSyracuse, NY 13210
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Thurber Apartments
250-256 Thurber StSyracuse, NY 13210
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Elmwood, Syracuse, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Studio Apartments | $1,597 | $875 | $3,400 |
| Elmwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,412 | $750 | $2,900 |
| Elmwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $975 | $3,800 |
| Elmwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,801 | $699 | $4,500 |
| Elmwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,003 | $905 | $1,080 |
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There are currently 11 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Elmwood Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY.
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Cheapest Available Elmwood Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elmwood area of Syracuse, NY is a Studio unit found at Carriage House priced from $875. Thurber Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $885. Here are the most affordable Elmwood apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carriage House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Thurber Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $885 |
| Victory at Syracuse | 4BR/1BA | 4BR,1BA | $900 |
| Nob Hill | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $930 |
| Valley Manor Apartments | Renovated 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, NY
As of May 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmwood area is the $1.56 price per square foot renovated Model at Regency Tower in the in the Elmwood neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Elmwood apartment is the 1621 Bellevue Ave Model at 1621 Bellevue Ave, Unit Floor 1 starting at $1,500 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Elmwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regency Tower | renovated | 2BR,2BA | $1.56 |
| 1621 Bellevue Ave, Unit Floor 1 | 1621 Bellevue Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Butternut Commons Luxury Apartments | A | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Pike Block | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Nob Hill | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.30 |
| The Meadows Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom-1,053 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Newbury Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 120 Crippen Pl | Crippen | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 1624 W Onondaga St, Unit Upper west unit | 1624 W Onondaga St | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| Thurber Apartments | Loft | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elmwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Elmwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Elmwood is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elmwood?
The cheapest apartment in Elmwood is Nob Hill which is listed at $930, while the average apartment in Elmwood costs $1,760.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Elmwood?
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 36 regular apartments in Elmwood 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 Elmwood?
Cheap apartments in Elmwood have an average cost of $708 which is $1,052 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elmwood.
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