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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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property at 131 Dell St

131 Dell St

SyracuseNY13210

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 822 Westcott St

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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. Thurber Apartments in the Elmwood neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. 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$895
Victory at Syracuse4BR/1BA4BR,1BA$900
Courtyard at James1 Bedroom-Waitlist1BR,1BA$900
JJN Properties at Polk StreetStudiosStudio,1BA$910
Carriage HouseStudioStudio,1BA$920
Grant VillageSquire1BR,1BA$925
Valentine GardensLove1BR,1BA$925

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Onondaga County, NY

As of December 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Onondaga County area is the $0.46 price per square foot 4X4 Model at University Village Apartments on Colvin in the in the Meadowbrook neighborhood starting from $775. The second greatest value Onondaga County apartment is the 160 Stafford Ave Model at 160 Stafford Ave, Unit Eastwood's Finest #1 starting at $1,900 with a $1.19 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.
University Village Apartments on Colvin4X44BR,4BA$0.46
160 Stafford Ave, Unit Eastwood's Finest #1160 Stafford Ave2BR,1BA$1.19
2401 Midland Ave, Unit 32401 Midland Ave2BR,1BA$0.60
Franklin View Terrace2 Bedroom & 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.07
Eagles Pointe Townhomes2 Bedroom2BR,1.5BA$1.11
Saddle ClubDeluxe Townhome3BR,1.5BA$1.13
Waterbury Ridge ApartmentsCall for Availability1BR,1BA$1.18
307 1st St, Unit 2307 1st St2BR,1BA$1.28
The Orchard at SoloSeed2BR,1.5BA$1.30
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 1179 Apartments for Rent in Onondaga County, NY with pricing that ranges from $584 to $8,245. There are also 188 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Onondaga County ranging from $500 to $7,000.

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 $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,752.

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 $1,300 to $7,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $775.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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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.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.