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property at 131 Dell St

$450 - $600

3 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

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131 Dell St

SyracuseNY13210

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property at 822 Westcott St

$450 - $1,200

2 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

Available Now

822 Westcott St

SyracuseNY13210

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Cheapest Available Onondaga County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Onondaga County, NY is a Studio unit found at Brownstone Luxury Studio Apartments in the Near Westside neighborhood priced from $845. Carriage House in the Elmwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Onondaga County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brownstone Luxury Studio ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$845
Carriage HouseStudioStudio,1BA$870
Thurber ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
Courtyard at James1 Bedroom-Waitlist1BR,1BA$900
Victory at Syracuse4BR/1BA4BR,1BA$900
Grant VillageSquire1BR,1BA$925
Sunnycrest ManorNova2BR,1BA$950
JJN Properties at Polk StreetStudiosStudio,1BA$950
Lifestyle Apartments at SyracuseThe Gardens Studio (All Utilities Included)Studio,1BA$1,000
Nob Hill ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,015

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Onondaga County, NY

As of January 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Onondaga County area is the $0.83 price per square foot 320 Rowland St Model at 320 Rowland St, Unit 1 in the in the Elmwood neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Onondaga County apartment is the 4X4 Model at University Village Apartments on Colvin starting at $1,000 with a $0.59 price per square foot in the Meadowbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Onondaga County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
320 Rowland St, Unit 1320 Rowland St4BR,1BA$0.83
University Village Apartments on Colvin4X44BR,4BA$0.59
Waterbury Ridge ApartmentsCall for Availability1BR,1BA$1.18
Classic AmericanRockaway2BR,1BA$0.92
1741 W Onondaga St2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.25
The Orchard at SoloSeed2BR,1.5BA$1.30
Wildwood Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.33
120 Crippen PlCrippen2BR,1BA$1.28
215 Freeman Ave, Unit #2215 Freeman Ave2BR,1BA$1.33
Lakeview Apartments2BR UP w/ dining area-Newly Renovated!2BR,1BA$1.28

Frequently Asked Questions about Onondaga County

What type of rentals are currently available in Onondaga County?

There are currently 1174 Apartments for Rent in Onondaga County, NY with pricing that ranges from $584 to $8,245. There are also 213 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Onondaga County ranging from $500 to $10,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Onondaga County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Onondaga County ranges from $500 to $10,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,609.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Onondaga County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Onondaga County range from $699 to $4,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $600 to $10,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $799.

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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18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.