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100 Walnut St

BinghamtonNY13905

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property at 65 Lake Ave

65 Lake Ave

BinghamtonNY13905
property at 77 Colfax Ave

77 Colfax Ave

BinghamtonNY13905

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property at 507 Chenango St

507 Chenango St

BinghamtonNY13901

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Lincoln Presidential
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Lincoln Presidential

50 Main StBinghamton, NY 13905
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32 Edwards St
1 Bedroom Apartments

32 Edwards St

32 Edwards StBinghamton, NY 13905
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171 Helen St
1 Bedroom Apartments

171 Helen St

171 Helen StBinghamton, NY 13905
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52 Orton Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

52 Orton Ave

52 Orton AveBinghamton, NY 13905
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11 Arthur St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

11 Arthur St

11 Arthur StBinghamton, NY 13905
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89 Park Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

89 Park Ave

89 Park AveBinghamton, NY 13903
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University Lofts
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

University Lofts

15 Chenango StBinghamton, NY 13901
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Webster Court
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Webster Court

1-21 Webster CtBinghamton, NY 13903
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Homer/Belden
Studio Apartments

Homer/Belden

64-68 Belden StBinghamton, NY 13903
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4 Livingston St
1 Bedroom Apartments

4 Livingston St

4 Livingston StBinghamton, NY 13903
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61 Walnut Street
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

61 Walnut Street

61 Walnut StBinghamton, NY 13905
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Binghamton, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Binghamton, NY

Pricing Updated: 09/14/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Binghamton, NY area range in price from $531 to $11,625 with an overall median price of $3,603. The three Binghamton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Center City at $650, Eastside Binghamton at $650, and Southside East Binghamton at $650. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Binghamton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Center City$2,042$6505
Eastside Binghamton$2,042$6509
Southside East Binghamton$3,062$65014
First Ward$4,170$7008
Ely Park$4,635$60035
Northside Binghamton$4,635$60030
Westside Binghamton$4,635$53132

Cheapest Available Binghamton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Binghamton, NY is a 2 Beds unit found at Mountain Shadow Apartments in the North Johnson City neighborhood priced from $1,025. 20 Hawley in the Westside Binghamton neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,079. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Binghamton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Mountain Shadow ApartmentsTwo Bedroom with Balcony Second Fl2BR,1BA$1,025
20 Hawley4x4EA4BR,4BA$1,079
Clayton Village Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
Chenango Courtyard2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Binghamton, NY

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Binghamton area is the $1.55 price per square foot 71 Murray St Model at 71 Murray St in the in the Westside Binghamton neighborhood starting from $4,500. The second greatest value Binghamton apartment is the 101 Beethoven St Model at 101 Beethoven St, Unit 101 starting at $1,500 with a $0.88 price per square foot in the Downtown Johnson City neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Binghamton apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
71 Murray St71 Murray St6BR,4BA$1.55
101 Beethoven St, Unit 101101 Beethoven St3BR,1.5BA$0.88
195 Floral Ave, Unit 1195 Floral Ave3BR,1BA$1.16
Mountain Shadow ApartmentsTwo Bedroom with Balcony Second Fl2BR,1BA$1.03
111 Eldredge St, Unit 2111 Eldredge St2BR,1BA$1.22
1 Duffy Ct, Unit 201 Duffy Ct2BR,1BA$1.26
255 Main StreetBasement Unit3BR,1BA$0.80
The Printing HouseC13BR,2BA$1.04
36 Fayette St, Unit 436 Fayette St1BR,1BA$1.50
Clayton Village Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.56

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Binghamton Overview

Binghamton is an upstate city located at the confluence of Chenango and Susquehanna rivers in New York. With apartments within and around the city, residents can rest assured of the convenient access to the city and other major towns. Binghamton is home to restaurants with diverse dining options including Chinese and Japanese cuisines. Living in Binghamton apartments also ensures unlimited access to vibrant arts and cultural events throughout the year, recreation facilities, and nature’s best climatic conditions.

Why live in Binghamton, NY?

Living in Binghamton apartments is a great idea because it has foodie destinations that host diverse and multicultural food joints such as the iconic Spiedie Sub. It is home to several artistic and photographic galleries that contribute to the rich historical heritage. Recreation, culture, education, and entertainment are top notch, it’s conveniently located within driving distance of many large metropolitan areas of New York City, Philadelphia, Washington D.C, Boston, Cleveland, and Toronto. The force behind its revitalization lies in the continued concentration of high-tech firms, healthcare, and education facilities such as Binghamton University.

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Getting Around Binghamton, NY

Walk Score®

62 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

56 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Binghamton Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Binghamton?

The cheapest apartment in Binghamton is Clayton Village Apartments which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Binghamton costs $3,603.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Binghamton?

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 10 regular apartments in Binghamton 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 Binghamton?

Cheap apartments in Binghamton have an average cost of $540 which is $3,063 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Binghamton.

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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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.