
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Cayuga Heights Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY from $600 (23 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Cayuga Heights area of Ithaca.


509 Wyckoff Rd

The Belleayre Building

Westbourne Apartments

Lansing West Apartments
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Edgecliff Apartments

Carriage House Apartments

Campus Hill Apartments

607 N Cayuga St

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313 Wait Ave
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Cayuga Heights, Ithaca, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Cayuga Heights?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cayuga Heights Studio Apartments | $1,948 | $1,000 | $2,425 |
| Cayuga Heights 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,290 | $975 | $4,729 |
| Cayuga Heights 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,537 | $939 | $3,900 |
| Cayuga Heights 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,914 | $649 | $4,925 |
| Cayuga Heights 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,098 | $689 | $4,080 |
| Cayuga Heights 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,967 | $700 | $4,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 23 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 3 Beds unit found at Auden Ithaca priced from $649. Ravenwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable Cayuga Heights apartments for rent in Ithaca, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Auden Ithaca | 3x1 A6 | 3BR,1BA | $649 |
| Ravenwood Apartments | Room Rental | 5BR,2BA | $700 |
| 509 Wyckoff Rd | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Discover the Serenity of University Park | 1x1 Renovated (P) | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Edgecliff Apartments | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,420 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cayuga Heights, NY
As of December 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Cayuga Heights area is the $1.70 price per square foot The Seneca Model at Lansing West Apartments in the in the West End neighborhood starting from $2,224. The second greatest value Cayuga Heights apartment is the Uptown 2 Bed Model at Uptown Village Apartments starting at $1,600 with a $1.23 price per square foot in the Cornell Heights 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lansing West Apartments | The Seneca | 3BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| Uptown Village Apartments | Uptown 2 Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
| 306 Highland Rd | 4 Bedrooms | 4BR,2BA | $0.60 |
| Westbourne Apartments | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 702 N Aurora St, Unit 3 | 702 N Aurora St | 3BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Triphammer Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| The Meadows at Ithaca Townhomes | Townhome | 1BR,1BA | $2.09 |
| Gaslight Village | The Manchester | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| Discover the Serenity of University Park | 1X1 Renovated | 1BR,1BA | $2.16 |
| 715 Triphammer Rd, Unit A | 715 Triphammer Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCayuga Heights, Ithaca, NY
Ranked #2
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Cayuga Heights, Ithaca, NY
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,626.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Cayuga Heights?
The cheapest apartment in Cayuga Heights is 509 Wyckoff Rd which is listed at $1,100, while the average apartment in Cayuga Heights costs $24,000.
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 60 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 $1,167 which is $22,833 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Cayuga Heights.
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