
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Spencer, NY from $800 (29 Rentals)
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West Village Apartments

Quarry St. Apartments

36 German Cross Rd Utilities Included!

601 E State St

Fairview Apartments

Commons West
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Center Ithaca

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The Carey Building

The Bear

313 Wait Ave

105 Valentine Pl

526 Stewart Ave
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Hudson Heights Studios Utilities Included

23 Observatory Cir

514 W State St

130 Temple St

Jailhouse & Sheriff's Apartments 176 Main St.

222 N Albany St

121 Cascadilla Ave
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Harolds Square

207 S Aurora St

204 Cornell St

109 Cook St

318 E Seneca St

931 E State St

220 Coddington Rd
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127-129 Eddy Street
Spencer, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Spencer?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spencer Studio Apartments | $2,229 | $225 | $7,450 |
| Spencer 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,284 | $990 | $3,346 |
| Spencer 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,994 | $1,113 | $5,280 |
| Spencer 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,034 | $800 | $4,200 |
| Spencer 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,908 | $1,535 | $5,600 |
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Cheapest Available Spencer Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Spencer, NY is a Studio unit found at RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown in the North Campus neighborhood priced from $225. Quarry St. Apartments in the Western South Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Spencer apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown | Parking | Studio, | $225 |
| Quarry St. Apartments | 3BR/1.0BA | 3BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 36 German Cross Rd Utilities Included! | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
| 111 Osmun Place - See Details | Full 5 Bedroom Apartment 2 | 5BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| West Village Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,113 |
| Commons West | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
| City View Apartments | Y Series | Studio,1BA | $1,575 |
| Center Ithaca | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,625 |
| Forest Edge Townhomes | Aspen | 2BR,1BA | $1,695 |
| Lakeside Vista | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Whole Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $1,850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Spencer, NY and Nearby
As of August 18, 2026 the best value apartment in the Spencer area is the $0.43 price per square foot 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 212 Giles St Furnished Free Parking in the in the Ithaca neighborhood starting from $780. The second greatest value Spencer apartment is the Full 3 Bedroom Apartment 4 Model at 111 Osmun Place - See Details starting at $1,050 with a $0.58 price per square foot in the Ithaca neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Spencer apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 212 Giles St Furnished Free Parking | 3 Bedroom 2 Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.43 |
| 111 Osmun Place - See Details | Full 3 Bedroom Apartment 4 | 3BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| 503 Dryden Rd | 3 Bedrooms | 3BR,1BA | $0.57 |
| Plaza East/Summerhill Townhouses | Plaza East 3 Bed 3.5 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,3.5BA | $2.42 |
| Cornell Housing | Furnished Suites | 602 Penthouse| Furnished Suite | 1BR,2BA | $1.24 |
| West Village Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.23 |
| 36 German Cross Rd Utilities Included! | 1 BR, 1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 107 Elmwood 7 Minute Walk to Campus! | College Ave 3bed 1bath | 3BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| Lakeside Vista | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom - Whole Apartment | 3BR,1BA | $2.03 |
| Forest Edge Townhomes | Aspen | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Spencer Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Spencer?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Spencer is at RIDGETOP Apartments in Collegetown listed at $225.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Spencer Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Spencer Apartment is $1,000 at 36 German Cross Rd Utilities Included!.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Spencer Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Spencer is starting from $1,113 at West Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Spencer Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Spencer Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Quarry St. Apartments and starts from $1,000.
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