Cheap Apartments for Rent in Binghamton, NY from $400 (51 Rentals)

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property at 38 Carroll St

38 Carroll St

BinghamtonNY13901

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77 Colfax Ave

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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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Crandall Hall Apartments
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Crandall Hall Apartments

2 Crandall StBinghamton, NY 13905
Student Housing
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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
Student Housing
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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
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
Studio to 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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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Binghamton, NY

Pricing Updated: 11/01/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Binghamton, NY area range in price from $475 to $3,400 with an overall median price of $1,870. The three Binghamton neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Eastside Binghamton at $725, Center City at $725, and Northside Binghamton at $475. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Binghamton Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Eastside Binghamton$1,589$7258
Center City$1,609$7251
Northside Binghamton$1,672$47522
Southside East Binghamton$1,672$47513
First Ward$1,800$6006
Ely Park$2,375$47530
Westside Binghamton$2,375$47522

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. Chenango Courtyard in the Ely Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,295. 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
Chenango Courtyard2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,295
The River House1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,375

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Binghamton, NY

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Binghamton area is the $1.15 price per square foot 16 Mason Ave Model at 16 Mason Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Ely Park neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Binghamton apartment is the 32 Milford St Model at 32 Milford St, Unit 1 starting at $1,200 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Eastside Binghamton 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.
16 Mason Ave, Unit 216 Mason Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.15
32 Milford St, Unit 132 Milford St2BR,1BA$1.00
23 Linden St, Unit First Floor23 Linden St2BR,1BA$1.30
141 Murray St, Unit 3141 Murray St3BR,1BA$0.48
77 Colfax Ave, Unit 177 Colfax Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
Mountain Shadow ApartmentsTwo Bedroom with Balcony Second Fl2BR,1BA$1.03
112 Gaylord St, Unit 3112 Gaylord St2BR,1BA$1.16
The Printing HouseC13BR,2BA$1.08
The River House1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.90
56 Clinton St, Unit 56 3R56 Clinton St1BR,1BA$1.41

Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.

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Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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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 The River House which is listed at $1,375, while the average apartment in Binghamton costs $1,870.

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 $578 which is $1,292 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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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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.