Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Ithaca Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY from $600 (52 Rentals)

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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648 Hudson St
3 Bedroom Apartments

648 Hudson St

648 Hudson StIthaca, NY 14850
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215 College Ave
2 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

215 College Ave

215 College AveIthaca, NY 14850
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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Touring a rental? This guide helps you know exactly what to look for, from safety features to hidden flaws, so you can confidently sign your lease or keep searching.

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200 Highland Ave
3 to 6 Bedroom Apartments

200 Highland Ave

200 Highland AveIthaca, NY 14850
Furnished
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957 Dryden Rd
2 Bedroom Apartments

957 Dryden Rd

957 Dryden RdIthaca, NY 14850
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Collegetown Center
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Collegetown Center

147-159 Dryden RdIthaca, NY 14850
Student Housing
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109 Sage Pl
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

109 Sage Pl

109 Sage PlIthaca, NY 14850
Furnished
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203 Williams St
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

203 Williams St

203 Williams StIthaca, NY 14850
Student Housing
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110 Heights Ct
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

110 Heights Ct

110 Heights CtIthaca, NY 14850
Student Housing
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Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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East Ithaca, Ithaca, NY Local Guide

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 Collegetown Terrace priced from $629. Auden Ithaca has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $649. Here are the most affordable East Ithaca apartments for rent in Ithaca, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Collegetown TerraceQuarry Large Room - Shared BathStudio,$629
Auden Ithaca3x1 A63BR,1BA$649
Ravenwood ApartmentsRoom Rental5BR,2BA$700
601 E State St - Fully Furnished!Building 2 6 bedroom 2 bath6BR,2BA$800
101 N Quarry St3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$850
200 Highland Ave6 Bedroom6BR,2BA$1,000
Hudson Heights Studio ApartmentsStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Ithaca, NY

As of November 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Ithaca area is the $0.42 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Model at 101 N Quarry St in the in the Western South Hill neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value East Ithaca apartment is the 506 S Cayuga St Model at 506 S Cayuga St, Unit 1 starting at $2,800 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Western South Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Ithaca apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
101 N Quarry St3 Bedroom3BR,1BA$0.42
506 S Cayuga St, Unit 1506 S Cayuga St4BR,1.5BA$1.40
111 Osmun Place - See DetailsFull 6 Bedroom Apartment 36BR,1BA$0.49
137 Honness Ln, Unit A137 Honness Ln1BR,1BA$0.77
Eastgate ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.67
707 N Aurora St, Unit 1707 N Aurora St3BR,1BA$1.63
Westbourne ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1BA$1.67
702 N Aurora St, Unit 3702 N Aurora St3BR,1BA$1.70
804 E Seneca St, Unit 1804 E Seneca St2BR,1BA$0.96
601 E State St - Fully Furnished!Building 23BR,1BA$1.18

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Ithaca, Ithaca, NY

Ranked #16

Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the East Ithaca Neighborhood in Ithaca, NY

Walk Score®

48 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

64 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

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 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 Collegetown Terrace which is listed at $1,095, while the average apartment in East Ithaca costs $24,000.

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 2,005 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 $2,480 which is $21,520 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Ithaca.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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