
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Western South Hill Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY from $600 (47 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Western South Hill area of Ithaca.


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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101 N Quarry St

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Hudson Heights Studios Utilities Included

601 E State St

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330 W State St, Unit 2

Commons West

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151 Chestnut St

Center Ithaca

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112 S Plain St, Unit Owner Suite

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109 Cook Street, Unit Apt 4
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400 Stewart Ave

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218 E State St

208 Hudson St

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220 E State St

116 Osmun Pl

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523 E State St

Forest Edge Townhomes

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210 N Geneva St, Unit 3

The Carey Building
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202 Floral Ave, Unit 202 Floral Ave #B

Boathouse Landing on Cayuga Inlet

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509 E Buffalo St, Unit 3

Parkside Vista

505 E Seneca St

648 Hudson St

105 N Quarry St

514 W State St

602 W Seneca St
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222 N Albany St

109 Sage Pl

Cayuga Lofts

203 Williams St

Harolds Square

109 Cook St

318 E Seneca St

LIV at 327 W Seneca

220 Coddington Rd
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127-129 Eddy Street

518 Spencer Rd
Western South Hill, Ithaca, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Western South Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western South Hill Studio Apartments | $1,833 | $225 | $3,670 |
| Western South Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,437 | $655 | $4,019 |
| Western South Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,053 | $1,041 | $5,855 |
| Western South Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,864 | $650 | $4,200 |
| Western South Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,242 | $825 | $5,600 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 47 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Western South Hill Neighborhood of Ithaca, NY.
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Cheapest Available Western South Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Western South Hill 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 Western South Hill 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 |
| City View Apartments | Y Series | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Western South Hill, NY
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Western South Hill area is the $0.10 price per square foot 608 E Buffalo St Model at 608 E Buffalo St in the in the North Campus neighborhood starting from $965. The second greatest value Western South Hill apartment is the 4BR 2 Bathroom Model at 212 Giles St Furnished Free Parking starting at $700 with a $0.39 price per square foot in the Western South Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Western South Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 140 Seneca Way | A | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
| 151 Chestnut St | 151 Chestnut St | 1BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| Lakeside Vista | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom - Whole Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $2.37 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWestern South Hill, Ithaca, NY
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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Western South Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Western South Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Western South Hill is under $1,575.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Western South Hill?
The cheapest apartment in Western South Hill is RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown which is listed at $1,400, while the average apartment in Western South Hill costs $10,750.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Western South Hill?
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 134 regular apartments in Western South Hill 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 Western South Hill?
Cheap apartments in Western South Hill have an average cost of $1,652 which is $9,098 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Western South Hill.
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide
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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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