
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Panama, NY from $549 (42 Rentals)
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Ellicott Oaks Apartments

Fairmount Hills Apartments

Park Row Apartments

The Bowie Apartments

Wellman Building

Laurel Springs Apartments

The Meadows
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716 Sassafras Apartments

509 Dunn Blvd

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Colonial Apartments

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30 Water St
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Arneman Place

82 Colfax St

Drake Village Apartments

656 1/2 Baldwin St

Willow Commons Apartments

Plymouth Apartments

923 W 3rd St

3535 State St
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1210 E 10th St

38 W 12th St

199 Barrett Ave

111 Myrtle St

Springwood Apartments

Lighthouse Apartments

1162 E 25th St

84 Victoria Ave
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245 Fulton St

408 Lafayette St

511 Fairmount Ave

416 Murray Ave

44 E Main St

9360 NY-240

3704 E Lake Rd

117 W Hemlock St
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51 Mindi Ct

6183 Wright Pl
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Panama?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panama Studio Apartments | $842 | $750 | $1,000 |
| Panama 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,136 | $725 | $1,784 |
| Panama 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,517 | $725 | $2,680 |
| Panama 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,033 | $549 | $2,289 |
| Panama 4 Bedroom Apartments | $885 | $600 | $1,026 |
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Cheapest Available Panama Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Panama, NY is a 3 Beds unit found at Park Place Student Housing priced from $549. University Gate has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $665. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Panama apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Park Place Student Housing | 3x1 | 3BR, 1BA | $549 |
| University Gate | 4 Bed Upgraded | 4BR, 2BA | $665 |
| Willow Commons Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $737 |
| The Bowie Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio, 1BA | $750 |
| Park Row Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $750 |
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio, 1BA | $750 |
| Fairmount Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $825 |
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $850 |
| The Meadows | 1 bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $850 |
| 716 Sassafras Apartments | One Bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Panama, NY and Nearby
As of September 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Panama area is the $0.71 price per square foot The Nittany Model at Hudson Lofts starting from $981. The second greatest value Panama apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Brookwood Village in the South East Hills neighborhood starting at $1,360 with a $1.09 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Panama apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hudson Lofts | The Nittany | 4BR, 4BA | $0.71 |
| Brookwood Village | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1.5BA | $1.09 |
| University Gate | 4 Bed Upgraded | 4BR, 2BA | $0.58 |
| Willow Commons Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $0.98 |
| Arneman Place | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 1BA | $0.98 |
| Ellicott Oaks Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR, 1BA | $0.91 |
| Fairmount Hills Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 2BR, 1BA | $1.03 |
| Wellman Building | Studio, 1 bath | Studio, 1BA | $1.00 |
| The Meadows | 1 bedroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.31 |
| Park Row Apartments | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR, 1BA | $1.15 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Panama Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Panama?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Panama is at Wellman Building listed at $750.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Panama Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Panama Apartment is $737 at Willow Commons Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Panama Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Panama is starting from $825 at Fairmount Hills Apartments.
What is the most affordable Panama Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Panama Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Park Place Student Housing and starts from $549.
Expert Rental Resources
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