
Apartments for Rent in the Central Business District Ithaca, NY (285 Rentals)


Theory Ithaca

Central Collegetown - Catherine Commons

Collegetown Terrace

Cayuga Place

RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown

Ironworks Ithaca

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City Centre Ithaca

Collegetown Plaza/Collegetown Center

Collegetown Crossing - 307 College Ave
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Commons West

Library Place

The Dean

Collegetown Court

Lakeside Vista

The Pinnacle

The Ivy

THE SUMMIT at 201 OAK AVENUE

The Bear

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The Outlook Apartments
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126 College Ave

Cornell Housing | Furnished Suites

Seneca Way

City View Apartments

Auden Ithaca

503 Dryden Rd

601 E State St

111 Osmun Place - See Details

Boathouse Landing on Cayuga Inlet

Forest Edge Townhomes
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400 Stewart Ave

116 Osmun Pl

211 Linden Avenue

800 University Ave

408 Stewart Ave.

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The Ithacan

400 College Avenue

212 Giles St Furnished Free Parking

Center Ithaca

The Carey Building
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Eddygate Apartments

407 College Ave

Edgecliff Apartments

Gateway Commons

Ravenwood Apartments

410 Stewart Ave

103 College Ave (2026-2027)

Llenroc

709 Stewart Avenue A Baker House Residence

707 E Seneca St.
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Central Business District, Ithaca, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Business District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Business District Studio Apartments | $2,103 | $225 | $7,450 |
| Central Business District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,226 | $700 | $3,224 |
| Central Business District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,833 | $899 | $5,007 |
| Central Business District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,857 | $699 | $10,000+ |
| Central Business District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,127 | $749 | $7,000 |
| Central Business District 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,786 | $700 | $6,975 |
| Central Business District 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,554 | $785 | $9,855 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities and towns across the United States including Central Business District, Ithaca, and the greater Ithaca area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for easy access to the parks, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, places to raise kids, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
Renting with young children? Amongst all of the submarkets in Ithaca, this residential neighborhood has established a name for itself as one of our favorite communities for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, and access to highly-rated education opportunities.
Pet Friendly Rating
This area has risen to be one of the best-regarded neighborhoods for renters with pets, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about Central Business District
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central Business District area of Ithaca, NY?
As of today, August 26, 2026, there are currently 285 available Central Business District apartments priced from $225 to $16,000, with an average monthly rent of $2,657.
How much are Studio apartments in Central Business District?
There are currently 68 Studio Apartments in Central Business District with rent ranges from $225 to $7,450 with an average price of $2,103.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Business District Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Business District ranges from $700 to $3,224 with an average monthly rent of $2,226.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Business District cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Business District range from $899 to $5,007. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,833.
How expensive are Central Business District Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 93 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Business District on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $699 to $16,000 - averaging $2,857 for the location.
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