
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Hill Ithaca Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY from $600 (38 Rentals)
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608 E Buffalo St, Unit 4

209 Stewart Ave, Unit 209 Stewart ave

West Village Apartments
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127-129 Eddy Street

408 Stewart Ave.

400 Stewart Ave

209 College Ave, Unit 3

Fairview Apartments
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Commons West

RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown

114 College Ave, Unit Apt 3

Harolds Square

321-321.5-3215 Hillview Pl
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318 E Seneca - Downtown Ithaca
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South Hill Ithaca, Ithaca, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Hill Ithaca?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Hill Ithaca Studio Apartments | $1,938 | $629 | $5,109 |
| South Hill Ithaca 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,166 | $655 | $4,662 |
| South Hill Ithaca 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,397 | $960 | $5,879 |
| South Hill Ithaca 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,028 | $830 | $5,100 |
| South Hill Ithaca 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,676 | $830 | $8,000 |
| South Hill Ithaca 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,309 | $825 | $9,455 |
| South Hill Ithaca 6 Bedroom Apartments | $6,694 | $800 | $10,000+ |
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There are currently 38 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Hill Ithaca Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY.
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Cheapest Available South Hill Ithaca Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Hill Ithaca area of Ithaca, NY is a Studio unit found at Collegetown Terrace priced from $629. 601 E State St - Fully Furnished! has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 6 Beds apartment currently listed from $800. Here are the most affordable South Hill Ithaca apartments for rent in Ithaca, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collegetown Terrace | Quarry Large Room - Shared Bath | Studio, | $629 |
| 601 E State St - Fully Furnished! | Building 2 6 bedroom 2 bath | 6BR,2BA | $800 |
| West Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $926 |
| Hudson Heights Studio Apartments | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| 127-129 Eddy Street | studio 129 BF | Studio,1BA | $1,075 |
| 408 Stewart Ave. | 408 Stewart Ave. - 5 | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Fairview Apartments | Manor- Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,319 |
| Commons West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Hill Ithaca, NY
As of December 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the South Hill Ithaca area is the $1.40 price per square foot 506 S Cayuga St Model at 506 S Cayuga St, Unit 1 in the in the Western South Hill neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value South Hill Ithaca apartment is the Full 6 Bedroom Apartment 3 Model at 111 Osmun Place - See Details starting at $875 with a $0.49 price per square foot in the North Campus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Hill Ithaca apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 506 S Cayuga St, Unit 1 | 506 S Cayuga St | 4BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| 111 Osmun Place - See Details | Full 6 Bedroom Apartment 3 | 6BR,1BA | $0.49 |
| 918 Danby Rd, Unit 918 unit#1 | 918 Danby Rd | 4BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 321 N Fulton St, Unit #1 | 321 N Fulton St | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.40 |
| 119 Birdseye View Dr, Unit a | 119 Birdseye View Dr | 3BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| 425 Troy Rd, Unit Apt 1 | 425 Troy Rd | 3BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| 115 Crescent Plz, Unit 118 | 115 Crescent Plz | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 804 E Seneca St, Unit 1 | 804 E Seneca St | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 601 E State St - Fully Furnished! | Building 2 | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| West Village Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSouth Hill Ithaca, Ithaca, NY
Ranked #7
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the South Hill Ithaca Neighborhood in Ithaca, NY
Walk Score®
29 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
32 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal 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 South Hill Ithaca Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in South Hill Ithaca?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Hill Ithaca is under $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Hill Ithaca?
The cheapest apartment in South Hill Ithaca is West Village Apartments which is listed at $926, while the average apartment in South Hill Ithaca costs $7,500.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Hill 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 1,937 regular apartments in South Hill 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 South Hill Ithaca?
Cheap apartments in South Hill Ithaca have an average cost of $2,535 which is $4,965 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Hill Ithaca.
Expert Rental Resources
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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