Cheap Homes for Rent in University Hill Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY from $700 (8 Rentals)

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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 1 Bed unit found at Ravenwood Apartments priced from $600. 111 Osmun Place - See Details has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $750. Here are the most affordable University Hill apartments for rent in Ithaca, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ravenwood ApartmentsRoom Rental1BR,1BA$600
111 Osmun Place - See DetailsApt 31BR,1BA$750
Eddygate Park Apartments3 Bedrooms3BR,1BA$900

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hill, NY

As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Hill area is the $0.26 price per square foot 116 Cook St Model at 116 Cook St in the in the North Campus neighborhood starting from $850. The second greatest value University Hill apartment is the 303 Cornell St Model at 303 Cornell St, Unit B starting at $750 with a $0.38 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.
116 Cook St116 Cook St1BR,1BA$0.26
303 Cornell St, Unit B303 Cornell St5BR,2BA$0.38
212 Giles St Townhouses-available August 20254 Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.41
111 Osmun Place - See Details3 Bedroom, 1 Bath - 111 Osmun3BR,1BA$0.44
118 Schuyler Plz, Unit 1118 Schuyler Plz3BR,1BA$0.73
Westbourne ApartmentsThree Bedroom-Halfbath3BR,1.5BA$1.95
515 S Albany St, Unit 515 S Albany St.515 S Albany St3BR,1.5BA$2.00
115 Prospect St, Unit 2115 Prospect St3BR,1BA$2.10
Carey BuildingCall for Availability2BR,1BA$1.86
Collegetown Plaza/Collegetown Center6 bed/1.5 bath6BR,1.5BA$1.10

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Frequently Asked Questions about University Hill

What type of rentals are currently available in University Hill?

There are currently 225 Apartments for Rent in University Hill, NY with pricing that ranges from $600 to $7,250. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in University Hill ranging from $725 to $7,000.

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 $725 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,037.

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 $789 to $5,935, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,025 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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