Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mecklenburg, NY from $600 (38 Rentals)

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514 W State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

514 W State St

514 W State StIthaca, NY 14850
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222 N Albany St
2 Bedroom Apartments

222 N Albany St

222 N Albany StIthaca, NY 14850
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203 Williams St
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

203 Williams St

203 Williams StIthaca, NY 14850
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Harolds Square
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harolds Square

125 E State StIthaca, NY 14850
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318 E Seneca St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

318 E Seneca St

318 E Seneca StIthaca, NY 14850
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Montour House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Montour House

401 W Main StMontour Falls, NY 14865
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Mecklenburg, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mecklenburg Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Mecklenburg, NY is a Studio unit found at RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown in the North Campus neighborhood priced from $225. Auden Ithaca in the North Campus neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $649. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Mecklenburg apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
RIDGETOP Apartments in CollegetownParkingStudio,$225
Auden Ithaca02B3BR,1BA$649
Montour Family Apartments1 bedroom 1bath1BR,1BA$785
Country Falls ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$795
West Village Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1,041
509 Wyckoff RdOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,100
The Overlook at West HillTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,353
Commons WestStudioStudio,1BA$1,395
Linderman Creek2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,445
Lakeside Vista2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom - Whole Apartment2BR,1BA$1,539

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mecklenburg, NY and Nearby

As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mecklenburg area is the $0.41 price per square foot 4BR 2 Bathroom Model at 212 Giles St Furnished Free Parking in the in the Western South Hill neighborhood starting from $740. The second greatest value Mecklenburg apartment is the Full 6 Bedroom Apartment 3 Model at 111 Osmun Place - See Details starting at $875 with a $0.49 price per square foot in the North Campus neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mecklenburg apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
212 Giles St Furnished Free Parking4BR 2 Bathroom4BR,2BA$0.41
111 Osmun Place - See DetailsFull 6 Bedroom Apartment 36BR,1BA$0.49
West Village Apartments3 Beds, 1 bath3BR,1BA$1.15
Westbourne ApartmentsFour Bedroom4BR,2BA$1.44
The Overlook at West HillThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.84
Country Falls ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.91
Ravenwood Apartments3x1 (C01, C02, D01, D02, E02)3BR,1BA$2.12
Linderman Creek2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.72
Montour Family Apartments1 bedroom 1bath1BR,1BA$1.14
509 Wyckoff RdOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.62

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mecklenburg Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Mecklenburg?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Mecklenburg is at RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown listed at $225.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mecklenburg Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mecklenburg Apartment is $785 at Montour Family Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mecklenburg Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mecklenburg is starting from $795 at Country Falls Apartments.

What is the most affordable Mecklenburg Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Mecklenburg Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Auden Ithaca and starts from $649.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.