Cheap Homes for Rent in Onondaga County, NY from $500 (32 Rentals)

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property at 6162 US-20

6162 US-20

La FayetteNY13084
property at 131 Dell St

131 Dell St

SyracuseNY13210

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property at 153 Hudson St

153 Hudson St

SyracuseNY13204
property at 308 Apple St

308 Apple St

SyracuseNY13204

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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. Thurber Apartments in the Elmwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $865. 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
Thurber ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$865
Grant VillageSquire1BR,1BA$895
Victory at Syracuse4BR/1BA4BR,1BA$900
Maple ManorAcerStudio,1BA$925
Nob Hill1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$930
Wellington Manor Apartments0x1S1WMStudio,1BA$950
East Village Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$975
Lifestyle Apartments at SyracuseThe Gardens Studio (All Utilities Included)Studio,1BA$1,000

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Onondaga County, NY

As of July 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Onondaga County area is the $1.14 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath Model at The Bradford in the in the Meadowbrook neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Onondaga County apartment is the 2 Bedroom & 2 Bathroom Model at Franklin View Terrace starting at $1,600 with a $1.07 price per square foot in the Near Northeast 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.
The Bradford2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.14
Franklin View Terrace2 Bedroom & 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.07
715 N McBride St, Unit 2nd Floor715 N McBride St2BR,1BA$1.04
Silverwood at the Radisson2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.27
Fayetteville Pines Townhouses3 Bed/1 Bath Utilities Included3BR,1BA$1.25
Classic AmericanRockaway2BR,1BA$0.92
The Orchard at SoloSeed2BR,1.5BA$1.30
Wildwood Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.22
1624 W Onondaga St, Unit Upper west unit1624 W Onondaga St2BR,1BA$1.29
122 Meredith Ave, Unit 3122 Meredith Ave1BR,1BA$1.25

Frequently Asked Questions about Onondaga County

What type of rentals are currently available in Onondaga County?

There are currently 1155 Apartments for Rent in Onondaga County, NY with pricing that ranges from $584 to $9,900. There are also 169 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 $2,765.

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 $9,900, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $600 to $7,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $700 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $824.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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