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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Ithaca Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY from $700 (21 Rentals)
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from $9003 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1
118 Schuyler Plz, Unit 1
118 Schuyler PlzIthaca, NY 14850
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RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown
325-327 Eddy StIthaca, NY 14850
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Lansing West Apartments
2250 Triphammer RdIthaca, NY 14850
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from $1,395Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jun 2
Commons West
101-107 E State StIthaca, NY 14850
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from $1,4952 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 26
143 S Aurora St, Unit 1
143 S Aurora StIthaca, NY 14850
143 S Aurora St
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from $1,7002 Bedroom Apartment Available Aug 1
210 N Geneva St, Unit 4
210 N Geneva StIthaca, NY 14850
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Downtown Ithaca, Ithaca, NY Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Ithaca?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Ithaca Studio Apartments | $2,067 | $1,395 | $3,828 |
| Downtown Ithaca 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,548 | $750 | $4,412 |
| Downtown Ithaca 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,095 | $960 | $5,017 |
| Downtown Ithaca 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,494 | $800 | $5,935 |
| Downtown Ithaca 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,646 | $2,800 | $5,000 |
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There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Ithaca Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Ithaca Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Ithaca area of Ithaca, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 111 Osmun Place - See Details priced from $750. 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 Downtown Ithaca apartments for rent in Ithaca, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 111 Osmun Place - See Details | Apt 3 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
| RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Lansing West Apartments | The Otisco | 1BR,1BA | $1,363 |
| Ironworks Ithaca | A2 | Studio,1BA | $1,975 |
| The Ithacan | Studio - S2 - T | Studio,1BA | $2,219 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Ithaca, NY
As of May 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Ithaca area is the $0.41 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at 212 Giles St Townhouses-available August 2025 in the in the Western South Hill neighborhood starting from $740. The second greatest value Downtown Ithaca apartment is the 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 111 Osmun Model at 111 Osmun Place - See Details starting at $800 with a $0.44 price per square foot in the North Campus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Ithaca apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 212 Giles St Townhouses-available August 2025 | 4 Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.41 |
| 111 Osmun Place - See Details | 3 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 111 Osmun | 3BR,1BA | $0.44 |
| Harolds Square | Two Bed | 2BR,2BA | $2.62 |
| 510 E Seneca St, Unit 3 | 510 E Seneca St | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 410 Hillview Pl, Unit c | 410 Hillview Pl | 2BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Gateway Commons: A Travis Hyde Community | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.67 |
| 317 S Aurora St, Unit 1 | 317 S Aurora St | 3BR,1BA | $2.88 |
| 320 Hillview Pl, Unit 2 | 320 Hillview Pl | 3BR,1BA | $2.60 |
| Cayuga Place | Cayuga Lofts- Cayuga / Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.62 |
| Lansing West Apartments | The Otisco | 1BR,1BA | $2.84 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Ithaca, Ithaca, NY
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Among neighborhoods in Ithaca, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
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Getting Around the Downtown Ithaca Neighborhood in Ithaca, NY
Walk Score®
98 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
80 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
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 Downtown Ithaca Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown Ithaca?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown Ithaca is under $2,379.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Ithaca?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Ithaca is 111 Osmun Place - See Details which is listed at $750, while the average apartment in Downtown Ithaca costs $4,375.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Ithaca?
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 3 regular apartments in Downtown Ithaca 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 Downtown Ithaca?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Ithaca have an average cost of $1,084 which is $3,291 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Ithaca.
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