
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY from $600 (41 Rentals)
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119-121 Prospect St

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137 Coddington Rd, Unit 2

120 James St, Unit 1

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410 Stewart Ave

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608 E Buffalo St

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118 Schuyler Plz, Unit 1

114 Ferris Place
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614 Stewart Ave

West Village Apartments

101 N Quarry St

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Hudson Heights Studios Utilities Included

The Belleayre Building

601 E State St

209 College Ave

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330 W State St, Unit 2
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201 Willard Way

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518 W Buffalo St, Unit 2

607 N Cayuga St

129 College Ave

Commons West

110 College Ave

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317 S Aurora St, Unit 4

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164 Kendall Ave, Unit 1
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403 Hector St

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151 Chestnut St

Parkside Vista

105 Valentine Pl

505 E Seneca St

648 Hudson St

105 N Quarry St

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602 W Seneca St

514 W State St

222 N Albany St

109 Sage Pl

Cayuga Lofts

203 Williams St

Harolds Square

109 Cook St
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318 E Seneca St
Southside, Ithaca, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Studio Apartments | $1,881 | $225 | $3,670 |
| Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,387 | $785 | $4,019 |
| Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,965 | $1,041 | $5,855 |
| Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,811 | $649 | $4,900 |
| Southside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,370 | $689 | $5,600 |
| Southside 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,100 | $925 | $6,500 |
| Southside 6 Bedroom Apartments | $2,278 | $785 | $5,100 |
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There are currently 41 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southside Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY.
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Cheapest Available Southside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside area of Ithaca, NY is a Studio unit found at RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown priced from $225. 101 N Quarry St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Southside apartments for rent in Ithaca, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown | Parking | Studio, | $225 |
| 101 N Quarry St | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| West Village Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,041 |
| 111 Osmun Place - See Details | Full 5 Bedroom Apartment 2 | 5BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| Commons West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Lakeside Vista | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom - Whole Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1,539 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, NY
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southside area is the $0.09 price per square foot 614 Stewart Ave Model at 614 Stewart Ave in the in the North Campus neighborhood starting from $925. The second greatest value Southside apartment is the 608 E Buffalo St Model at 608 E Buffalo St starting at $965 with a $0.10 price per square foot in the North Campus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 614 Stewart Ave | 614 Stewart Ave | 5BR,2BA | $0.09 |
| 608 E Buffalo St | 608 E Buffalo St | 5BR,2BA | $0.10 |
| 212 Giles St Furnished Free Parking | 4BR 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.39 |
| 111 Osmun Place - See Details | Full 3 Bedroom Apartment 4 | 3BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| 513 S Albany St, Unit 513 | 513 S Albany St | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.54 |
| Dryden South Furnished Utilities Included! | Suite 402 | 4BR,2BA | $1.17 |
| West Village Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| 101 N Quarry St | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $0.87 |
| 112 S Plain St, Unit Owner Suite | 112 S Plain St | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
| 518 W Buffalo St, Unit 2 | 518 W Buffalo St | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southside is under $1,539.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southside?
The cheapest apartment in Southside is RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Southside costs $10,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southside?
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 144 regular apartments in Southside 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 Southside?
Cheap apartments in Southside have an average cost of $1,591 which is $9,159 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southside.
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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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
Written by: Robin Stewart
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent
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