
Cheap Homes for Rent in Elmira, NY from $800 (17 Rentals)
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914 College Ave

2782 S Broadway

357 College Ave

1317 Hall St

917 Lake St

661 Park Pl

1213 W Water St
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109 Chestnut St

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103 Kendall Ave

470 W 2nd St

1718 Mecklenburg Rd

15 Philo Rd W

1218 Lackawanna Ave

4759 Taft Rd
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349 W Clinton St
Elmira, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Elmira?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Elmira 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,568 | $950 | $3,400 |
Elmira 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,078 | $870 | $5,500 |
Elmira 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,361 | $1,300 | $3,685 |
Elmira 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,800 | $800 | $4,500 |
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Cheapest Available Elmira Apartments for Rent
 Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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100 West Water Apartments | 1 BR 1BA-B | 1BR,1BA | $1,330 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmira, NY
As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmira area is the $1.40 price per square foot 1212 W Water St Model at 1212 W Water St, Unit 208 in the starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Elmira apartment is the 111 N Main St Model at 111 N Main St, Unit 305 starting at $1,450 with a $1.29 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmira apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1212 W Water St, Unit 208 | 1212 W Water St | 2BR,2BA | $1.40 |
111 N Main St, Unit 305 | 111 N Main St | 2BR,2BA | $1.29 |
419 Jefferson St, Unit Lower | 419 Jefferson St | 2BR,2BA | $1.54 |
455 W Water St, Unit A | 455 W Water St | 1BR,1BA | $0.77 |
430 W Clinton St, Unit B | 430 W Clinton St | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
55 Dininny Pl, Unit 1N | 55 Dininny Pl | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
100 West Water Apartments | 1 BR 1BA-B | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elmira
What type of rentals are currently available in Elmira?
There are currently 149 Apartments for Rent in Elmira, NY with pricing that ranges from $765 to $2,223. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elmira ranging from $800 to $5,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elmira?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elmira ranges from $800 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,880.
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