
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Ithaca Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY from $695 (72 Rentals)
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Auden Ithaca

Ravenwood Apartments

445 N Tioga St

119-121 Prospect St

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137 Coddington Rd, Unit 3

410 Stewart Ave

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306 Stewart Ave, Unit Apt 3

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505 Dryden Rd, Unit 3

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608 E Buffalo St
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614 Stewart Ave

407 College Ave

Quarry St. Apartments

107 Elmwood Ave

1313 E State St

710 E State St

700 Stewart Avenue A Baker House Residence

209 College Ave

601 E State St

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1686 Slaterville Rd
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123 Catherine St, Unit 1

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111 Catherine St, Unit 1

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127 Catherine St

105 Dewitt Pl

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918 Danby Rd

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117 Dewitt Pl

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409 Dryden Rd, Unit 1

Edgecliff Apartments

Fairview Apartments

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122 College Ave, Unit 122 College Ave.
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106 Catherine St, Unit 106 Catherine St.

112 Hudson St

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123 Blair St, Unit 123 Blair St.

709 Stewart Avenue A Baker House Residence

908 Danby Rd

Commons West

509 Wyckoff Rd

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311 Dryden Rd, Unit 1

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174 Kendall Ave

109 Cook Street
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398 Triphammer Rd, Unit A

398 Triphammer Rd

143 Maple Ave, Unit 22

205 Williams St

121 Columbia St

213 Dearborn Pl, Unit 1 Bedroom Apartment

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127 College Ave

308 E Seneca St

120 Westbourne Lane A Baker House Residence

Lakeland Apartments
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East Ithaca, Ithaca, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in East Ithaca?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Ithaca Studio Apartments | $2,028 | $225 | $7,450 |
| East Ithaca 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,139 | $755 | $3,224 |
| East Ithaca 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,619 | $899 | $4,400 |
| East Ithaca 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,812 | $699 | $10,000+ |
| East Ithaca 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,160 | $749 | $7,000 |
| East Ithaca 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,781 | $700 | $6,975 |
| East Ithaca 6 Bedroom Apartments | $5,406 | $785 | $9,855 |
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There are currently 72 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the East Ithaca Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY.
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Cheapest Available East Ithaca Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Ithaca area of Ithaca, NY is a Studio unit found at RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown priced from $225. Auden Ithaca has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $699. Here are the most affordable East Ithaca apartments for rent in Ithaca, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown | Parking | Studio, | $225 |
| Auden Ithaca | 3x1 A7 | 3BR,1BA | $699 |
| Ravenwood Apartments | Room-by-Room Rentals Available at Ravenwood – U... | 5BR,2BA | $700 |
| 407 College Ave | Living in Collegetown—Made Affordable. All Util... | 4BR,2BA | $995 |
| Quarry St. Apartments | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 111 Osmun Place - See Details | Full 5 Bedroom Apartment 2 | 5BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Ithaca, NY
As of August 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the East Ithaca area is the $0.23 price per square foot 205 W Buffalo St Model at 205 W Buffalo St, Unit 1 in the in the Western South Hill neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value East Ithaca 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 East Ithaca apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 205 W Buffalo St, Unit 1 | 205 W Buffalo St | 1BR,1BA | $0.23 |
| 614 Stewart Ave | 614 Stewart Ave | 6BR,2BA | $0.10 |
| 608 E Buffalo St | 608 E Buffalo St | 3BR,1BA | $0.37 |
| 212 Giles St Furnished Free Parking | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.43 |
| 111 Osmun Place - See Details | Full 3 Bedroom Apartment 4 | 3BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| 505 Dryden Rd, Unit 3 | 505 Dryden Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.53 |
| 503 Dryden Rd | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $0.57 |
| 918 Danby Rd | 918 Danby Rd | 4BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| 306 Stewart Ave, Unit Apt 3 | 306 Stewart Ave | 4BR,1BA | $0.80 |
| 306 Highland Rd | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $0.73 |
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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Ithaca Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in East Ithaca?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in East Ithaca is under $1,050.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Ithaca?
The cheapest apartment in East Ithaca is Edgecliff Apartments which is listed at $1,305, while the average apartment in East Ithaca costs $2,400.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in East 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 152 regular apartments in East 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 East Ithaca?
Cheap apartments in East Ithaca have an average cost of $1,207 which is $1,193 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Ithaca.
Expert Rental Resources
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags
Written by: Robin Stewart
Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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Written by: Robin Stewart
Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It
Written by: Robin Stewart
Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.