
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Mecklenburg, NY from $600 (38 Rentals)
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The Overlook at West Hill

Country Falls Apartments

Montour Family Apartments

West Village Apartments

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Hudson Heights Studios Utilities Included

601 E State St

509 Wyckoff Rd

The Belleayre Building
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Commons West

Westbourne Apartments

Linderman Creek

Edgecliff Apartments

Center Ithaca

400 Stewart Ave

116 Osmun Pl

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Forest Edge Townhomes
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Ravenwood Apartments

Carey Building - Downtown Ithaca Apartments

Boathouse Landing on Cayuga Inlet

313 Wait Ave

105 Valentine Pl

105 N Quarry St

419 Triphammer Rd

207 Kelvin Pl

514 W State St
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1718 Mecklenburg Rd

105 Westbourne Ln

222 N Albany St

203 Williams St

Harolds Square

318 E Seneca St

207 S Aurora St

Montour House

202 S Aurora St
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219 Coddington Rd

215 Pennsylvania Ave
Mecklenburg, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mecklenburg?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mecklenburg Studio Apartments | $1,939 | $225 | $3,851 |
| Mecklenburg 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,432 | $677 | $4,785 |
| Mecklenburg 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,060 | $795 | $6,400 |
| Mecklenburg 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,711 | $1,100 | $4,200 |
| Mecklenburg 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,399 | $1,435 | $5,600 |
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown | Parking | Studio, | $225 |
| Auden Ithaca | 02B | 3BR,1BA | $649 |
| Montour Family Apartments | 1 bedroom 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| Country Falls Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $795 |
| West Village Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,041 |
| 509 Wyckoff Rd | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Overlook at West Hill | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,353 |
| Commons West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| Linderman Creek | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,445 |
| Lakeside Vista | 2 Bedroom / 1 Bathroom - Whole Apartment | 2BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 212 Giles St Furnished Free Parking | 4BR 2 Bathroom | 4BR,2BA | $0.41 |
| 111 Osmun Place - See Details | Full 6 Bedroom Apartment 3 | 6BR,1BA | $0.49 |
| West Village Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Westbourne Apartments | Four Bedroom | 4BR,2BA | $1.44 |
| The Overlook at West Hill | Three Bedroom | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.84 |
| Country Falls Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.91 |
| Ravenwood Apartments | 3x1 (C01, C02, D01, D02, E02) | 3BR,1BA | $2.12 |
| Linderman Creek | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Montour Family Apartments | 1 bedroom 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| 509 Wyckoff Rd | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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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.
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