
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Syracuse, NY from $950 (49 Rentals)


Classic American

505 Carbon St

Hidden Valley Apartments

Courtyard at James

Grant Village

483 Lillian Ave, Unit 483

Carriage House

Valley Manor Apartments
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221.5 Lakeview Ave

410 Graves St

Centennial Gardens

James Crest Manor

1020 Madison St

713 S Beech St

129 Dell St

215 Freeman Ave, Unit #2

904 Ackerman Ave, Unit 3rd floor
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428 Wilkinson St

120 Dell St

232 Putnam St

319 N Salina St

Ross Towers

Faith & Hope Manor

VanKeuren Square

511 N State St

Harbor Street Lofts
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Brick School Terrace

Gilded Sparrows Nest Apartments LLC

Hawley Hill - Eastwood

1221 E Genesee St

Victory at Syracuse

Elm Street Complex

Isabella Lofts

Clinton Plaza

Thurber Apartments
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407 Wilkinson St

Aaron Manor Townhouse

120 Crippen Pl

University Hill Townhouses

Lakeview Apartments

Hampton Estates Townhomes

Wellington Manor Apartments

308 Nelson Ave

1125 Vine St
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The Gregory Arms

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Snowbird's Landing Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Syracuse?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Syracuse Studio Apartments | $1,417 | $700 | $3,000 |
| Syracuse 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,504 | $650 | $2,900 |
| Syracuse 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,709 | $950 | $3,992 |
| Syracuse 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,746 | $699 | $4,500 |
| Syracuse 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,392 | $799 | $6,596 |
| Syracuse 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,828 | $2,500 | $8,245 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Syracuse Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Syracuse?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Syracuse is under $975.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Syracuse?
The cheapest apartment in Syracuse is Sunnycrest Manor which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Syracuse costs $3,314.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Syracuse?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1,331 regular apartments in Syracuse that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Syracuse?
Cheap apartments in Syracuse have an average cost of $1,261 which is $2,053 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Syracuse.
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Your Expert’s Guide To 10 Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Syracuse, NY
Written by: Jessica Mousseau
Hey! Jessica here, your ApartmentHomeLiving.com Local Expert for Syracuse, New York.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.

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.

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.