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120 James St, Unit 1

313 Wait Ave

105 N Quarry St

6 Redwood Ln

104 Lake Ave

419 King Rd E
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23 Observatory Cir

103 Kendall Ave

305 Walnut St

424 Troy Rd

1049 Danby Rd, Unit A2

207 S Aurora St
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1686 Slaterville Rd, Unit 1690-3
Ithaca, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Ithaca?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Ithaca 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,127 | $1,350 | $3,600 |
Ithaca 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,457 | $800 | $4,800 |
Ithaca 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,572 | $725 | $3,650 |
Ithaca 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,400 | $800 | $4,400 |
Ithaca 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,550 | $5,550 | $5,550 |
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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Ithaca, NY
Pricing Updated: 05/30/2025Current apartment rentals in the Ithaca, NY area range in price from $600 to $7,250 with an overall median price of $4,227. The three Ithaca neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Cayuga Heights at $600, Northeast Ithaca at $915, and Northwest Ithaca at $859. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Ithaca Apartments for rent:
Neighborhood | Median Price | Min Price | Available Units |
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Cayuga Heights | $2,700 | $600 | 160 |
Northeast Ithaca | $3,750 | $915 | 179 |
Northwest Ithaca | $4,000 | $859 | 67 |
Central Business District | $4,375 | $600 | 120 |
Collegetown | $4,375 | $600 | 140 |
Cornell Heights | $4,375 | $600 | 232 |
Downtown Ithaca | $4,375 | $750 | 86 |
Eastern South Hill | $4,375 | $750 | 114 |
East Ithaca | $4,375 | $600 | 158 |
North Belle Sherman | $4,375 | $600 | 118 |
Cheapest Available Ithaca Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Ithaca, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Ravenwood Apartments in the North Campus neighborhood priced from $600. 111 Osmun Place - See Details in the North Campus neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Ithaca apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ravenwood Apartments | Room Rental | 1BR,1BA | $600 |
111 Osmun Place - See Details | Apt 3 | 1BR,1BA | $750 |
Eddygate Park Apartments | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $900 |
West Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $926 |
RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Ithaca, NY
As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 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 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 |
Uptown Village Apartments | Uptown 2 Bed | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.23 |
119 Honness Ln, Unit A | 119 Honness Ln | 3BR,1.5BA | $0.63 |
510 E Seneca St, Unit 3 | 510 E Seneca St | 2BR,1BA | $1.70 |
1043 Coddington Rd, Unit Downstairs | 1043 Coddington Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.60 |
648 -702 Hudson St | 702 Downstairs | 3BR,2BA | $0.98 |
The Overlook at West Hill | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.49 |
West Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
36 German Cross Rd, Unit S3 | 36 German Cross Rd | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Ithaca
What type of rentals are currently available in Ithaca?
There are currently 311 Apartments for Rent in Ithaca, NY with pricing that ranges from $600 to $7,250. There are also 57 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Ithaca ranging from $725 to $5,550.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Ithaca?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Ithaca ranges from $725 to $5,550 with an average monthly rent of $2,482.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Ithaca?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Ithaca range from $750 to $5,935, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $800 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $799.
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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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