
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Lee, NY from $300 (31 Rentals)
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Lofts at Globe Mill

Rose Garden Apartments

Oneida Garden Apartments

Windsor Mews Apartments

The Brook (Senior / Income Restricted)

Steinhorst Square (Senior/ Income Restricted)
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Oxford Towne Apartments

Copper City Lofts

Hillcrest Manor Apartments

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Griffiss Park Suites

Hartford Mills Apartments

Valenti Country Estates

Maple Manor
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Cicero Estates

Community View Apartments

1124 Lenox Ave

2 Sherman Pl

208 Jefferson Ave

Garden Apartments

908-910 Schuyler St
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401 Nichols St

1436 Genesee St

122 E Main St

923 Churchill Ave

1324 Blandina St

North George Street Apartments

1705 Genesee St
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The Sullivan in Downtown Utica

1213 City St

6454 Williams Rd
Lee, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lee?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lee Studio Apartments | $1,283 | $995 | $1,595 |
| Lee 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $755 | $2,470 |
| Lee 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,852 | $840 | $3,210 |
| Lee 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,084 | $1,259 | $3,395 |
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Cheapest Available Lee Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Lee, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Holiday Efficiency Apartments in the Outer Utica neighborhood priced from $700. Rose Garden Apartments in the Outer Utica neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $815. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Lee apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Efficiency Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $700 |
| Rose Garden Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $815 |
| Oneida Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| The Brook (Senior / Income Restricted) | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $844 |
| Steinhorst Square (Senior/ Income Restricted) | 2 Bdrm 1 Ba | 2BR,1BA | $852 |
| Hillcrest Manor Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $975 |
| Griffiss Park Suites | Furnished Studio | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
| Hartford Mills Apartments | F-M 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| Cicero Estates | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Sullivan in Downtown Utica | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lee, NY and Nearby
As of June 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lee area is the $1.38 price per square foot 2BD/1BA w/Den & Patio or Balcony Model at Valenti Country Estates in the starting from $1,445. The second greatest value Lee apartment is the One Bedroom Updated Model at New Country Village Apartments starting at $1,395 with a $1.47 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Lee apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valenti Country Estates | 2BD/1BA w/Den & Patio or Balcony | 2BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| New Country Village Apartments | One Bedroom Updated | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| Cicero Estates | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| Lakepointe Apartment Homes | 2 Bed/1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.68 |
| Holiday Efficiency Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Hickory Hills Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| The Brook (Senior / Income Restricted) | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| Steinhorst Square (Senior/ Income Restricted) | 1 Bdrm 1 Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| Rose Garden Apartments | One bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Oneida Garden Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.34 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lee Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Lee?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Lee is at Griffiss Park Suites listed at $995.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Lee Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Lee Apartment is $700 at Holiday Efficiency Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Lee Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Lee is starting from $852 at Steinhorst Square (Senior/ Income Restricted).
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