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130 University AveIthaca, NY 14850
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Ithaca Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY from $700 (17 Rentals)
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608 E Buffalo St
608 E Buffalo StIthaca, NY 14850
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118 Schuyler Plz, Unit 1
118 Schuyler PlzIthaca, NY 14850
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806 E Seneca St
806 E Seneca StIthaca, NY 14850
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804 E Seneca St, Unit 1
804 E Seneca StIthaca, NY 14850
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706 E Buffalo St
706 E Buffalo StIthaca, NY 14850
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$1,000 - $2,1003 Bedroom Apartment Available Jun 1
410 Hillview Plz
410 Hillview PlzIthaca, NY 14850
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505 E Seneca St
505 E Seneca StIthaca, NY 14850
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408 Stewart Ave.
408 Stewart AveIthaca, NY 14850
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506 S Cayuga St, Unit 2
506 S Cayuga StIthaca, NY 14850
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215 Pleasant St
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Commons West
101-107 E State StIthaca, NY 14850
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222 N Albany St
222 N Albany StIthaca, NY 14850
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109 Sage Pl
109 Sage PlIthaca, NY 14850
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203 Williams St
203 Williams StIthaca, NY 14850
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125 E State StIthaca, NY 14850
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Downtown Ithaca, Ithaca, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Ithaca?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Ithaca Studio Apartments | $2,309 | $1,100 | $2,867 |
| Downtown Ithaca 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,711 | $750 | $4,337 |
| Downtown Ithaca 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,246 | $950 | $6,119 |
| Downtown Ithaca 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,244 | $830 | $3,850 |
| Downtown Ithaca 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,935 | $850 | $3,800 |
| Downtown Ithaca 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,756 | $825 | $5,375 |
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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 6 Beds unit found at 601 E State St - Fully Furnished! priced from $800. 408 Stewart Ave. has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Downtown Ithaca apartments for rent in Ithaca, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| 601 E State St - Fully Furnished! | Building 2 6 bedroom 2 bath | 6BR,2BA | $800 |
| 408 Stewart Ave. | 408 Stewart Ave. - 5 | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Commons West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| City View Apartments | Y Series | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| 400 Stewart Ave | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,700 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Ithaca, NY
As of February 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Ithaca area is the $0.49 price per square foot Full 6 Bedroom Apartment 3 Model at 111 Osmun Place - See Details in the in the North Campus neighborhood starting from $875. The second greatest value Downtown Ithaca apartment is the 505 E Seneca St Model at 505 E Seneca St starting at $1,050 with a $0.70 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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| 111 Osmun Place - See Details | Full 6 Bedroom Apartment 3 | 6BR,1BA | $0.49 |
| 505 E Seneca St | 505 E Seneca St | 1BR,2.5BA | $0.70 |
| 601 E State St - Fully Furnished! | Building 1 4 bedroom 2 bath | 4BR,2BA | $0.77 |
| 804 E Seneca St, Unit 1 | 804 E Seneca St | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 513 S Albany St, Unit 513 | 513 S Albany St | 3BR,1.5BA | $2.30 |
| 806 E Seneca St | 806 E Seneca St | 5BR,1BA | $0.95 |
| Gateway Commons: A Travis Hyde Community | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.48 |
| 136 Fayette St, Unit B | 136 Fayette St | 3BR,1BA | $2.17 |
| 114 N Aurora St, Unit B | 114 N Aurora St | 1BR,1BA | $2.19 |
| 706 E Buffalo St | 706 E Buffalo St | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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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 $1,700.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Ithaca?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Ithaca is Commons West which is listed at $1,595, while the average apartment in Downtown Ithaca costs $3,200.
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 77 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 $1,514 which is $1,686 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Ithaca.
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