1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Ithaca, NY (143 Rentals)

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Ithaca, NY Local Guide

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Ithaca 1 Bedroom Apartment Units with Current Availability by Neighborhood

Availability Confirmed As of: September 19, 2025

There are currently 3268 available 1 Bedroom apartment units from neighborhoods all over Ithaca, NY that range in price from $677 to $4,490. Cornell Heights, West End and East Ithaca are the neighborhoods that currently have the most 1 Bedroom availability. Here is today's list of the top neighborhoods in Ithaca with the most available 1 Bedroom apartments:

NeighborhoodAvailable UnitsMedian PriceMin Price
Cornell Heights304$2,010$750
West End295$2,010$677
East Ithaca293$2,165$750
University Hill292$2,165$750
Collegetown290$2,200$750
South Hill Ithaca290$2,222$750
Southside289$2,200$750
Central Business District288$2,247$750
Eastern South Hill288$2,247$750
North Belle Sherman288$2,222$750

Largest Available Ithaca 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ithaca, NY is found at Mount Pleasant Apartments and is 1,100 square feet priced from $1,600. Discover the Serenity of University Park in the Cornell Heights neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 933 square feet and currently listed start at $1,675. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Ithaca:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Mount Pleasant Apartments1,100 Sq Ft$1,600
Discover the Serenity of University Park1X1 Deluxe Renovated (P)933 Sq Ft$1,675
Triphammer Apartments1 Bedroom910 Sq Ft$1,795
Gateway Commons: A Travis Hyde Community1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom907 Sq Ft$2,250
North Wood ApartmentsThe Elm882 Sq Ft$1,599
Warren WoodThe Emerald820 Sq Ft$1,517

Cheapest Available Ithaca 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of September 19, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Ithaca, NY is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model starting from $926 at West Village Apartments in the Western South Hill neighborhood. The second most affordable Ithaca 1 Bedroom is the 901 Room E Model at Collegetown Terrace starting at $1,095 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Ithaca is currently $2,145. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Ithaca:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
West Village Apartments1 Bed, 1 bath$926
Collegetown Terrace901 Room E$1,095
400 Stewart AveStudio Basement Apartment$1,100
116 Osmun PlStudio 1 bed 1 bath$1,150
The Belleayre Building1B/1B$1,200
RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown1 Bedroom$1,200

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Ithaca Overview

Home to the lauded Cornell University and a jaw-dropping amount of natural scenery, Ithaca is a fantastic locale in the heart of upstate New York. From farmer's markets to hand-crafted breweries, Ithaca apartments boast easy access to a world of amenities and charm to spare.

Why live in Ithaca, NY?

Home to a wide range of arts-based businesses, Ithaca is a great cultural hot spot of the upstate New York scene. With numerous colleges dotting the area and museums in high supply, Ithaca makes a great place for both budding families as well as students and young professionals.

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Getting Around Ithaca, NY

Walk Score®

60 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Ithaca Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Ithaca with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Ithaca is at West Village Apartments listed at $926.

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

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Ithaca is $2,145.

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

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Ithaca is a 1,100 square feet unit starting from $1,600 at Mount Pleasant Apartments.

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

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Ithaca is currently 500 sq ft.

Expert Rental Resources

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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