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Ravenwood Apartments
516 University AveIthaca, NY 14850
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The Belleayre Building
700-702 Stewart AveIthaca, NY 14850
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RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown
325-327 Eddy StIthaca, NY 14850
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Carriage House Apartments
190 Pleasant Grove RdIthaca, NY 14850
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Discover the Serenity of University Park
87 Uptown RdIthaca, NY 14850
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Lakeland Apartments
319 Highland RdIthaca, NY 14850
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Lansing West Apartments
2250 Triphammer RdIthaca, NY 14850
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101-107 E State StIthaca, NY 14850
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126 Westbourne LnIthaca, NY 14850
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Edgecliff Apartments
934 Stewart AveIthaca, NY 14850
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Uptown Village Apartments
101 Uptown RdIthaca, NY 14850
313 Wait Ave
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Cayuga Heights, Ithaca, NY Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cayuga Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cayuga Heights Studio Apartments | $1,721 | $1,200 | $2,439 |
| Cayuga Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,906 | $600 | $4,835 |
| Cayuga Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,338 | $989 | $4,880 |
| Cayuga Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,133 | $789 | $5,935 |
| Cayuga Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,285 | $799 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Cayuga Heights Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY.
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Cheapest Available Cayuga Heights Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Cayuga Heights area of Ithaca, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Ravenwood Apartments priced from $600. RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here are the most affordable Cayuga Heights apartments for rent in Ithaca, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Ravenwood Apartments | Room Rental | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
| RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 509 Wyckoff Rd | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Discover the Serenity of University Park | 1X1 (U) | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Lansing West Apartments | The Otisco | 1BR,1BA | $1,358 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cayuga Heights, NY
As of June 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cayuga Heights area is the $1.23 price per square foot Uptown 2 Bed Model at Uptown Village Apartments in the in the Cornell Heights neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Cayuga Heights apartment is the 4 Bedrooms Model at 306 Highland Rd starting at $725 with a $0.60 price per square foot in the North Campus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Cayuga Heights apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Uptown Village Apartments | Uptown 2 Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| 306 Highland Rd | 4 Bedrooms | 4BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| Westbourne Apartments | Three Bedroom-Halfbath | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.95 |
| Campus Hill Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| Ravenwood Apartments | 3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| Triphammer Apartments | 1X1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.25 |
| The Meadows at Ithaca Townhomes | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.35 |
| Discover the Serenity of University Park | 1X1 (U) | 1BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Edgecliff Apartments | 3 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 3BR,1BA | $2.59 |
| The Belleayre Building | 2BD/ 1B | 2BR,1BA | $2.22 |
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Best Local Schools in Cayuga Heights, Ithaca, NY
Cayuga Heights Elementary School
Ithaca City School District
Public School - Grades K-5 (303)
4 out of 10
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Getting Around the Cayuga Heights Neighborhood in Ithaca, NY
Walk Score®
39 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
42 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cayuga Heights Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Cayuga Heights?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Cayuga Heights is under $1,600.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cayuga Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Cayuga Heights is Ravenwood Apartments which is listed at $600, while the average apartment in Cayuga Heights costs $2,700.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Cayuga Heights?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 62 regular apartments in Cayuga Heights that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Cayuga Heights?
Cheap apartments in Cayuga Heights have an average cost of $799 which is $1,901 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cayuga Heights.
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