Cheap Homes for Rent in the University Hill Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY from $600 (12 Rentals)

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property at 114 Ferris Place

$925

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$925

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$925

6 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

Available Aug 8, 2027

114 Ferris Place

IthacaNY14850
property at 803 E Seneca St

$1,075

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$1,075

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$1,075

6 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home for Rent

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803 E Seneca St, Unit 1

803 E Seneca St
IthacaNY14850
property at 305 Cornell St

$1,200

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$1,200

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5 Bedroom, 3 Bath Home for Rent

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305 Cornell St

IthacaNY14850

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University Hill, Ithaca, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available University Hill Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Hill area of Ithaca, NY is a Studio unit found at RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown priced from $225. Ravenwood Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 5 Beds apartment currently listed from $700. Here are the most affordable University Hill apartments for rent in Ithaca, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
RIDGETOP Apartments in CollegetownParkingStudio,$225
Ravenwood ApartmentsRoom-by-Room Rentals Available at Ravenwood – U...5BR,2BA$700
407 College AveLiving in Collegetown—Made Affordable. All Util...4BR,2BA$995
111 Osmun Place - See DetailsFull 5 Bedroom Apartment 25BR,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hill, NY

As of August 04, 2026 the best value apartment in the University Hill area is the $0.25 price per square foot 205 W Buffalo St Model at 205 W Buffalo St, Unit 1 in the in the Western South Hill neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value University Hill 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 University Hill apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
205 W Buffalo St, Unit 1205 W Buffalo St1BR,1BA$0.25
608 E Buffalo St608 E Buffalo St5BR,2BA$0.10
614 Stewart Ave614 Stewart Ave6BR,2BA$0.10
212 Giles St Furnished Free Parking4BR 2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$0.39
111 Osmun Place - See DetailsFull 3 Bedroom Apartment 43BR,1BA$0.58
126 College Ave6 Bed6BR,2BA$0.54
Ravenwood ApartmentsRoom-by-Room Rentals Available at Ravenwood – U...5BR,2BA$0.44
505 Dryden Rd, Unit 3505 Dryden Rd1BR,1BA$0.53
503 Dryden Rd3 Bedrooms3BR,1BA$0.57
306 Highland Rd3 Bedrooms3BR,1BA$0.73

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Hill

What type of rentals are currently available in University Hill?

There are currently 247 Apartments for Rent in University Hill, NY with pricing that ranges from $225 to $7,000. There are also 26 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Hill ranging from $700 to $7,050.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in University Hill?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in University Hill ranges from $700 to $7,050 with an average monthly rent of $2,657.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in University Hill?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in University Hill range from $699 to $5,650, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $700 to $4,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $749.

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