
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Houghton, NY from $668 (48 Rentals)
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University Hill Townhomes

Franklin Street Apartments

Valley View Apartments

36-42 Culver Ave

Attica Estates

Parkview Apartments

The McGeordan Apartments

BirchGrove of Salamanca
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Fox Trace Apartments

5535 PA-155

Creekside Lane Apartments

Geneseo Heights Apartments

Woodstock Gardens

Oakwood Apartments

The Lofts at Rockland Silk Mill

Letchworth Falls

Hickory Hill Estates
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Village Center

Park Lane Terrace Apartments

Village Pines Apartments

Katie's Place

Lily's Place Senior Apartments

Residences at Hornell

Armor Heights

Big Tree Manor

Quakertowne
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Aurora Village

Homestead Townhomes & Senior Apartments

45 Ellicott St

289 South Ave

50 Rochester St

6 Tracy Ave

93 Hartshorn St

6183 Wright Pl

16 Central Ave
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5155 E Main Street Rd

14 Jackson St

19 High St

Burdick Estates Apartments

5450 Creekside Ct

Emerald Reserve Warsaw

Big Tree Apartments

193 High St

Emerald Reserve Orchard Park
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307 Cayuga Rd

4470 Seneca St

1119 Sycamore St
Houghton, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Houghton?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Houghton Studio Apartments | $1,163 | $1,163 | $1,163 |
| Houghton 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,360 | $750 | $1,820 |
| Houghton 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,543 | $668 | $3,300 |
| Houghton 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,964 | $723 | $2,627 |
| Houghton 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,645 | $822 | $3,240 |
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Cheapest Available Houghton Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Houghton, NY is a 2 Beds unit found at Colony Run Townhouse priced from $668. Franklin Street Apartments in the Hamburg neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Houghton apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colony Run Townhouse | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $668 |
| Franklin Street Apartments | 1 bd 1st floor | 1BR, 1BA | $850 |
| University Hill Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $950 |
| Woodstock Gardens | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1,120 |
| Letchworth Falls | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $1,249 |
| Village Center | Garden | 2BR, 1BA | $1,250 |
| Village Pines Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1,255 |
| Oakwood Apartments | 2bd 1st floor | 2BR, 1BA | $1,275 |
| Hickory Hill Estates | 2 bed 2nd floor | 2BR, 1BA | $1,310 |
| Residences at Hornell | The Marquis | 2BR, 2BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Houghton, NY and Nearby
As of September 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Houghton area is the $0.88 price per square foot 2 Bed- 2 Level Model at Village Pines Apartments in the Hamburg neighborhood starting from $1,670. The second greatest value Houghton apartment is the 2 Bedroom-upper Model at Aurora Village in the Hamburg neighborhood starting at $1,380 with a $1.15 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Houghton apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Village Pines Apartments | 2 Bed- 2 Level | 2BR, 1.5BA | $0.88 |
| Aurora Village | 2 Bedroom-upper | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.15 |
| 45 Ellicott St | CV 1BR | 1BR, 1.5BA | $1.18 |
| Woodview Apartments | Hawthrone | 2BR, 2BA | $1.36 |
| Residences at Hornell | Pierre | 2BR, 2BA | $1.38 |
| University Hill Townhomes | Two Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $0.95 |
| Letchworth Falls | 2 Bedroom, 2 Bath | 2BR, 2BA | $1.30 |
| Oakwood Apartments | 2bd 1st floor | 2BR, 1BA | $1.34 |
| Hickory Hill Estates | 2 bed 2nd floor | 2BR, 1BA | $1.38 |
| Franklin Street Apartments | 1 bd 1st floor | 1BR, 1BA | $1.21 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Houghton Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Houghton Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Houghton Apartment is $850 at Franklin Street Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Houghton Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Houghton is starting from $668 at Colony Run Townhouse.
What is the most affordable Houghton Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Houghton Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Colony Run Townhouse and starts from $723.
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