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Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cortland, NY from $900 (27 Rentals)
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126 Chelsea DrCortland, NY 13045
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10 Kellogg Rd
10 Kellogg RdCortland, NY 13045
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Sherbrook Apartments
1063 Halstead RdCortland, NY 13045
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Village Terrace Apartment Homes
1 Holiday DrCortland, NY 13045
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$1,200
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279 Tompkins St, Unit 279
279 Tompkins StCortland, NY 13045
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6-8 Rickard St
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32 N Greenbush St
32 N Greenbush StCortland, NY 13045
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1208 Church St
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54 Main St
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$1,4953 Bedroom Apartments Available Sep 11
ELEVEN CLINTON
11 Clinton AveCortland, NY 13045
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The Miller
77 Main StCortland, NY 13045
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$1,600
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7 Homer Ave, Unit 7B
7 Homer AveCortland, NY 13045
109 Main St
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Parkway Garden Apartments
20 Kennedy PkyCortland, NY 13045
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26 N Church St
26 N Church StCortland, NY 13045
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Cortland Park Apartments
44 Rickard StCortland, NY 13045
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30 Crandall St
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105 Valentine Pl
IthacaNY14850
108 Stewart Ave
IthacaNY14850
105 N Quarry St
IthacaNY14850
526 Stewart Ave
IthacaNY14850
205 Williams St
IthacaNY14850
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14012 NY-38
RichfordNY13835
1109 Triphammer Rd
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90 Farrell Rd
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Cortland, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cortland?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Cortland 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,938 | $900 | $4,300 |
| Cheap Cortland 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,653 | $1,100 | $4,100 |
| Cheap Cortland 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,057 | $1,250 | $3,650 |
| Cheap Cortland 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,550 | $3,000 | $4,100 |
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Cheapest Available Cortland Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Cortland, 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 $1,255. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cortland apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Sherbrook Apartments | Lower Level | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Village Terrace Apartment Homes | 2 BD Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $1,255 |
| Country Townhomes | Berkshire Elite | 2BR,1BA | $1,535 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cortland, NY
As of September 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cortland area is the $2.33 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at Cornerstone Suites - 50-52 Tompkins St in the in the Cortland County neighborhood starting from $3,500. The second greatest value Cortland apartment is the 7 Homer Ave Model at 7 Homer Ave, Unit 7B starting at $1,600 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Cortland County neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cortland apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Cornerstone Suites - 50-52 Tompkins St | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 7 Homer Ave, Unit 7B | 7 Homer Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 32 N Greenbush St | 32 N Greenbush St | 3BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Country Townhomes | Berkshire Elite | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| 150 Tompkins St | 150 Tompkins St | 4BR,2BA | $3.42 |
| 22 Frank St, Unit 1 | 22 Frank St | 3BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| Village Terrace Apartment Homes | 2 BD Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 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 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cortland Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortland Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cortland Apartment is $1,050 at Sherbrook Apartments.
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Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cortland is starting from $1,150 at Sherbrook Apartments.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Where do you see yourself? When you think of home, sweet home, are you in a 3/2 apartment? Dreaming of a tall townhome? Maybe an industrial loft heavy on cool vibes is on your visioning board.
Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.
First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently
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Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.