
Apartments for Rent in the University Hill Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY (273 Rentals)


Central Collegetown - Catherine Commons

Cayuga Place

Collegetown Terrace

RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown

Commons West

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City Centre Ithaca

Collegetown Plaza/Collegetown Center

Ironworks Ithaca

Collegetown Crossing - 307 College Ave
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Library Place

The Dean

Collegetown Court

The Pinnacle

The Ivy

THE SUMMIT at 201 OAK AVENUE

126 College Ave

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Seneca Way

City View Apartments
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The Bear

Fairview Apartments

Auden Ithaca

503 Dryden Rd

601 E State St

111 Osmun Place - See Details

Boathouse Landing on Cayuga Inlet

306 Highland Rd

400 Stewart Ave

116 Osmun Pl
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211 Linden Avenue

800 University Ave

408 Stewart Ave.

509 Wyckoff Rd

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The Ithacan

400 College Avenue

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107 Elmwood 7 Minute Walk to Campus!

212 Giles St Furnished Free Parking

Center Ithaca

The Carey Building
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Eddygate Apartments

Ravenwood Apartments

Lakeland Apartments

407 College Ave

Edgecliff Apartments

Gateway Commons

410 Stewart Ave

103 College Ave (2026-2027)

Quarry St. Apartments

Llenroc
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University Hill, Ithaca, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Hill Studio Apartments | $2,044 | $225 | $3,428 |
| University Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,315 | $800 | $3,224 |
| University Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,847 | $899 | $5,280 |
| University Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,575 | $699 | $5,650 |
| University Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,700 | $749 | $7,000 |
| University Hill 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,787 | $700 | $6,500 |
| University Hill 6 Bedroom Apartments | $1,601 | $785 | $5,100 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in University Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $2,247 | $1,995 | $2,500 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $2,710 | $700 | $4,500 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $2,410 | $750 | $4,100 |
| 5 Bedroom Homes | $1,025 | $850 | $1,200 |
| 6 Bedroom Homes | $3,218 | $825 | $7,050 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleUniversity Hill, Ithaca, NY
Ranked #15
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com works hard to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across New York and customized analysis for Ithaca, New York. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, multifamily communities for the kids, proximity to transit, and more. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have children? this area ranks as a good neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. These features include things like green spaces, playgrounds, extra living spaces, features for pets, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and access to the most respected education.
Pet Friendly Rating
This part of Ithaca ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Frequently Asked Questions about University Hill
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the University Hill area of Ithaca, NY?
As of today, August 04, 2026, there are currently 273 available University Hill apartments priced from $225 to $7,000, with an average monthly rent of $2,527.
How much are Studio apartments in University Hill?
There are currently 62 Studio Apartments in University Hill with rent ranges from $225 to $3,428 with an average price of $2,044.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom University Hill Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in University Hill ranges from $800 to $3,224 with an average monthly rent of $2,315.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in University Hill cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in University Hill range from $899 to $5,280. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,847.
How expensive are University Hill Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 87 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in University Hill on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $699 to $5,650 - averaging $2,575 for the location.
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