
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Hill Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $500 (24 Rentals)
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University Hill, Syracuse, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Hill?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Hill Studio Apartments | $1,619 | $860 | $3,400 |
University Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,734 | $905 | $2,900 |
University Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,813 | $1,205 | $3,992 |
University Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,951 | $1,389 | $4,950 |
University Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,225 | $855 | $7,200 |
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Cheapest Available University Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Hill area of Syracuse, NY is a Studio unit found at Carriage House priced from $875. Victory at Syracuse has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable University Hill apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Carriage House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Victory at Syracuse | 4BR/1BA | 4BR,1BA | $900 |
The Duchess | Lifestyle 600 Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
Greenway Place | Calla | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Nettleton Commons Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hill, NY
As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Hill area is the $1.45 price per square foot 2BR 1.5BA Model at Deys Plaza Apartments in the in the University Hill neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value University Hill apartment is the Unit 3 - Fireplace Model at The Grange Building & GrangeX starting at $2,400 with a $1.60 price per square foot in the University Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Deys Plaza Apartments | 2BR 1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
The Grange Building & GrangeX | Unit 3 - Fireplace | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
719 E Genesee St | 3 bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.22 |
252 Buckingham Ave, Unit 1st Floor | 252 Buckingham Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.28 |
State Tower | 1 bedroom Units | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
The 214 | 2 Bd / 2 Ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.45 |
Symphony Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Theory Syracuse | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.72 |
Nettleton Commons Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Plaza Apartments | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Hill is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Hill?
The cheapest apartment in University Hill is Greenway Place which is listed at $1,075, while the average apartment in University Hill costs $1,765.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Hill?
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 47 regular apartments in University Hill 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 University Hill?
Cheap apartments in University Hill have an average cost of $717 which is $1,048 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Hill.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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