1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Elmira, NY (70 Rentals)

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property at 550 Spruce St

$1,150 - $1,350

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550 Spruce St

ElmiraNY14904
property at 514 W 1st St

$975 - $1,275

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514 W 1st St

ElmiraNY14905

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Libertad
1 Bedroom Apartments

Libertad

624 Baldwin StElmira, NY 14901
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514 W 1st St
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514 W 1st St

514 W 1st StElmira, NY 14905
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923 Lake St
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923 Lake St

923 Lake StElmira, NY 14901
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361 W Gray St
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361 W Gray St

361 W Gray StElmira, NY 14905
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604 W Water St
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604 W Water St

604 W Water StElmira, NY 14905
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312 Columbia St
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312 Columbia St

312 Columbia StElmira, NY 14901
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509 W Church St
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509 W Church St

509 W Church StElmira, NY 14905
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418 William St
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418 William St

418 William StElmira, NY 14901
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360 W Church St
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360 W Church St

360 W Church StElmira, NY 14901

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361-363 Elm St
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361-363 Elm St

361-363 Elm StElmira, NY 14901
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514 College Ave
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514 College Ave

514 College AveElmira, NY 14901
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426 W 4th St
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426 W 4th St

426 W 4th StElmira, NY 14901
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360 Davis St
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360 Davis St

360 Davis StElmira, NY 14901
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413 Walnut St
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413 Walnut St

413 Walnut StElmira, NY 14901
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371 W First St
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371 W First St

371 W First StElmira, NY 14905
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111 Elm St
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111 Elm St

111 Elm StElmira, NY 14905
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531 W Water St
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531 W Water St

531 W Water StElmira, NY 14905
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316 W Gray St
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316 W Gray St

316 W Gray StElmira, NY 14901

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517 W Gray St
1 Bedroom Apartments

517 W Gray St

517 W Gray StElmira, NY 14905
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375 W Gray St
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375 W Gray St

375 W Gray StElmira, NY 14905
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422 W Gray St
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422 W Gray St

422 W Gray StElmira, NY 14905
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421 W First St
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421 W First St

421 W First StElmira, NY 14901
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524 Gray St W
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524 Gray St W

524 Gray St WElmira, NY 14905
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320 W Clinton St
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320 W Clinton St

320 W Clinton StElmira, NY 14901
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656 Park Pl
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656 Park Pl

656 Park PlElmira, NY 14901
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Mcniff Commons
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Mcniff Commons

401 Powell StElmira, NY 14904
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451 Market St
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451 Market St

451 Market StElmira, NY 14901

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Carpenter Housing
1 Bedroom Apartments

Carpenter Housing

551 E Church StElmira, NY 14901
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381 S Main St
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381 S Main St

381 S Main StElmira, NY 14904
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440 Broadway st
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440 Broadway st

440 Broadway stElmira, NY 14904
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452 W Water St
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452 W Water St

452 W Water StElmira, NY 14905
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519 W Clinton St
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519 W Clinton St

519 W Clinton StElmira, NY 14901
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Eastgate Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments

Eastgate Apartments

150 Harriet StElmira, NY 14901
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Elms Apartments
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Elms Apartments

310 Walnut StElmira, NY 14901
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College Avenue
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College Avenue

1175 College AveElmira, NY 14901
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Walnut Apartments
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Walnut Apartments

211 Walnut StElmira, NY 14905
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Largest Available Elmira 1 Bedroom Apartments

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
St. Patrick's ApartmentsSenior 1B1,000 Sq Ft$902
401 Maple Ave Utilities Included2A750 Sq Ft$1,150

Cheapest Available Elmira 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of July 10, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Elmira, NY is the Senior 1B Model starting from $902 at St. Patrick's Apartments . The second most affordable Elmira 1 Bedroom is the 1 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 514 W 1st St starting at $975 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Elmira is currently $1,204. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Elmira:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
St. Patrick's ApartmentsSenior 1B$902
514 W 1st St1 Beds, 1 Baths$975
401 Maple Ave Utilities Included2A$1,150

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Elmira Overview

Elmira is both a town and city. The town serves as the gateway to New YorkÆs scenic southern Finger Lakes region and surrounds the city on three sides. The Chemung River, which cuts through town from west to east, provides plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities and picturesque views. Elmira also has historical and artistic significance as the place where Mark Twain spent 20 summers writing novels.

Why live in Elmira, NY?

Elmira is known for being a desirable residential area with plenty to offer residents. From outdoor activities and convenient access to major roads to historic sites and other attractions and amenities in the downtown area, there are many advantages to living in Elmira apartments. Fun festivals, pleasant weather and a location thatÆs close to recreational areas and major upstate cities also make Elmira a great place to live.

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Elmira Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Elmira Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Elmira is $1,204.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Elmira Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Elmira is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $902 at St. Patrick's Apartments.

What is the average size for Elmira 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Elmira is currently 1,650 sq ft.

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