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property at 100 Walnut St

100 Walnut St

BinghamtonNY13905

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property at 101 Court St

101 Court St

BinghamtonNY13901
property at 19 Spruce St

19 Spruce St

BinghamtonNY13905
property at 32 Virgil St

32 Virgil St

BinghamtonNY13901
property at 24 Centenary St

24 Centenary St

BinghamtonNY13901

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property at 30 Riverside Dr

30 Riverside Dr

BinghamtonNY13905
property at 77 Colfax Ave

77 Colfax Ave

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property at 171.5 Murray St

171.5 Murray St

BinghamtonNY13905
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Lincoln Presidential
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 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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Webster Court
2 Bedroom Apartments

Webster Court

1-21 Webster CtBinghamton, NY 13903

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81 State St.
2 to 10 Bedroom Apartments

81 State St.

81 State StBinghamton, NY 13901
Student Housing
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204 Grand Avenue
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

204 Grand Avenue

196-204 Grand AveJohnson City, NY 13790
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58 Floral Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

58 Floral Ave

58 Floral AveJohnson City, NY 13790
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17 Broad St.
1 Bedroom Apartments

17 Broad St.

17 Broad StJohnson City, NY 13790
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Binghamton, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Binghamton, NY

Pricing Updated: 07/02/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Binghamton, NY area range in price from $480 to $3,400 with an overall median price of $2,469. The three Binghamton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Center City at $725, Eastside Binghamton at $725, and Northside Binghamton at $480. 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$2,200$7255
Eastside Binghamton$2,200$72516
Northside Binghamton$2,287$48043
Southside East Binghamton$2,287$72520
Ely Park$2,750$48049
First Ward$2,750$48012
Westside Binghamton$2,812$48034

Cheapest Available Binghamton Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Binghamton, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at Chenango Place in the Westside Binghamton neighborhood priced from $881. Homer/Belden in the Ely Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Binghamton apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Chenango Place4 Bedroom / 4 Bathroom4BR,4BA$881
Homer/Belden66FStudio,1BA$950
Mountain Shadow ApartmentsTwo Bedroom with Balcony Second Fl2BR,1BA$1,025
Legacy Bay TownhomesHudson1BR,1BA$1,125
Chenango Courtyard2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Binghamton, NY

As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Binghamton area is the $0.75 price per square foot 44 Cleveland Ave Model at 44 Cleveland Ave, Unit 3 in the in the East Choconut Center neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Binghamton apartment is the 163 W End Ave Model at 163 W End Ave, Unit A starting at $600 with a $0.38 price per square foot in the Southside 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.
44 Cleveland Ave, Unit 344 Cleveland Ave3BR,1BA$0.75
163 W End Ave, Unit A163 W End Ave4BR,1BA$0.38
67 Schubert St, Unit 167 Schubert St3BR,1BA$1.10
135 Helen St, Unit 1135 Helen St3BR,1BA$1.19
99 Grand Ave, Unit Apartement #299 Grand Ave2BR,1BA$1.15
33 College St, Unit B33 College St2BR,1BA$1.09
77 Colfax Ave, Unit 177 Colfax Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
Mountain Shadow ApartmentsTwo Bedroom with Balcony Second Fl2BR,1BA$1.03
255 Main StreetBasement Unit3BR,1BA$0.80
The Printing HouseC13BR,2BA$1.08

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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 a cheap apartment in Binghamton?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Binghamton is under $1,295.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Binghamton?

The cheapest apartment in Binghamton is Legacy Bay Townhomes which is listed at $1,125, while the average apartment in Binghamton costs $2,469.

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 14 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 $346 which is $2,123 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Binghamton.

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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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

If you’re looking to relocate right now, a popular solution that may best fit your current rental needs is a short-term lease.