
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Collegetown Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY from $600 (48 Rentals)
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Auden Ithaca

119-121 Prospect St

120 James St, Unit 1

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410 Stewart Ave

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140 Honness Ln, Unit A

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608 E Buffalo St

114 Ferris Place

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505 Dryden Rd
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614 Stewart Ave

203 Linden Ave

205 Linden Ave

Quarry St. Apartments

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409 Dryden Rd, Unit 1

107 Elmwood Ave

1313 E State St

The Belleayre Building

209 College Ave
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330 W State St, Unit 2

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223 Linden Ave, Unit 5

607 N Cayuga St

Fairview Apartments

Center Ithaca

Commons West

110 College Ave

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164 Kendall Ave, Unit 1

213 Dearborn Pl, Unit 1 Bedroom Apartment
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204 Cornell St

Edgecliff Apartments

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311 Dryden Rd, Unit 2

105 Valentine Pl

313 Wait Ave

505 E Seneca St

648 Hudson St

200 Highland Ave

Hudson Heights Studios Utilities Included
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Lake Street Apartments

Fall Haven Apartments

222 N Albany St

121 Cascadilla Ave

109 Sage Pl

Cayuga Lofts

203 Williams St

Harolds Square

110 Heights Ct
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109 Cook St

207 S Aurora St

318 E Seneca St
Collegetown, Ithaca, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Collegetown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collegetown Studio Apartments | $2,139 | $225 | $2,800 |
| Collegetown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,234 | $655 | $3,451 |
| Collegetown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,685 | $785 | $4,400 |
| Collegetown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,726 | $649 | $5,650 |
| Collegetown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,917 | $749 | $7,000 |
| Collegetown 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,544 | $1,050 | $6,500 |
| Collegetown 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,942 | $785 | $5,100 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 48 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Collegetown Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY.
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Cheapest Available Collegetown Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Collegetown area of Ithaca, NY is a Studio unit found at RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown priced from $225. Quarry St. Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Collegetown apartments for rent in Ithaca, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown | Parking | Studio, | $225 |
| Quarry St. Apartments | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 111 Osmun Place - See Details | Full 5 Bedroom Apartment 2 | 5BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Fairview Apartments | Manor 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,312 |
| Commons West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Collegetown, NY
As of July 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Collegetown area is the $0.10 price per square foot 608 E Buffalo St Model at 608 E Buffalo St in the in the North Campus neighborhood starting from $965. The second greatest value Collegetown apartment is the 614 Stewart Ave Model at 614 Stewart Ave starting at $950 with a $0.10 price per square foot in the Ithaca neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Collegetown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 608 E Buffalo St | 608 E Buffalo St | 5BR,2BA | $0.10 |
| 614 Stewart Ave | 614 Stewart Ave | 6BR,2BA | $0.10 |
| 212 Giles St Furnished Free Parking | 4BR 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.39 |
| 111 Osmun Place - See Details | Full 3 Bedroom Apartment 4 | 3BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| 505 Dryden Rd | 505 Dryden Rd | 4BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| 503 Dryden Rd | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $0.57 |
| Dryden South Furnished Utilities Included! | Suite 402 | 4BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| Quarry St. Apartments | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 209 College Ave | 209 College Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.01 |
| 107 Elmwood 7 Minute Walk to Campus! | College Ave 3bed 1bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.96 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Collegetown Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Collegetown?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Collegetown is at RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown listed at $225.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Collegetown Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Collegetown Apartment is $1,312 at Fairview Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Collegetown Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Collegetown is starting from $1,539 at Lakeside Vista.
What is the most affordable Collegetown Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Collegetown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Quarry St. Apartments and starts from $1,000.
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