
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cortland County, NY from $800 (15 Rentals)
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33 James St

Country Townhomes
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39 Homer Ave, Unit 2

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279 Tompkins St, Unit 279
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Cortland County, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortland County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cortland County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,781 | $800 | $4,300 |
| Cortland County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,661 | $850 | $4,100 |
| Cortland County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,990 | $1,200 | $3,650 |
| Cortland County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,550 | $3,000 | $4,100 |
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Cheapest Available Cortland County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Cortland County, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Sherbrook Apartments in the Cortland County neighborhood priced from $1,050. Village Terrace Apartment Homes in the Cortland County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cortland County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sherbrook Apartments | Lower Level | 1BR, 1BA | $1,050 |
| Village Terrace Apartment Homes | 2 BD Luxury | 2BR, 1BA | $1,195 |
| ELEVEN CLINTON | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR, 1BA | $1,495 |
| The Miller | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR, 1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortland County, NY
As of September 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cortland County area is the $2.33 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Cornerstone Suites - 50-52 Tompkins St in the Cortland County neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Cortland County apartment is the 7 Homer Ave Model at 7 Homer Ave, Unit 7B in the Cortland County neighborhood starting at $1,550 with a $1.19 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cortland County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornerstone Suites - 50-52 Tompkins St | 3 Bedroom | 3BR, 1BA | $2.33 |
| 7 Homer Ave, Unit 7B | 7 Homer Ave | 3BR, 1BA | $1.19 |
| 150 Tompkins St | 150 Tompkins St | 4BR, 2BA | $3.42 |
| 49 South Ave, Unit 1 | 49 South Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $3.70 |
| Village Terrace Apartment Homes | 2 BD Luxury | 2BR, 1BA | $1.33 |
| The Miller | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR, 1BA | $1.90 |
| ELEVEN CLINTON | 3BR/1.5BA | 3BR, 1.5BA | $1.99 |
| Sherbrook Apartments | Lower Level | 1BR, 1BA | $1.64 |
| College Suites at Cortland | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $2.36 |
| 279 Tompkins St, Unit 279 | 279 Tompkins St | 1BR, 1BA | $3.43 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cortland County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cortland County?
The cheapest apartment in Cortland County is Sherbrook Apartments which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Cortland County costs $1,200.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cortland County?
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 2 regular apartments in Cortland County 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 Cortland County?
Cheap apartments in Cortland County have an average cost of $272 which is $928 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cortland County.
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