Cheap Apartments for Rent in Syracuse, NY from $400 (98 Rentals)

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Faith & Hope Manor
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Faith & Hope Manor

648 W Onondaga StSyracuse, NY 13204
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Ross Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Ross Towers

710-712 Lodi StSyracuse, NY 13203
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Almus Olver Towers
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Almus Olver Towers

300 Burt StSyracuse, NY 13202
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Brick School Terrace
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Brick School Terrace

818 Salt Springs RdSyracuse, NY 13224
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VanKeuren Square
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

VanKeuren Square

2223 E Genesee StSyracuse, NY 13210
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127 South Ave
Studio Apartments

127 South Ave

127 South AveSyracuse, NY 13204
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Clinton Plaza
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Clinton Plaza

550 S Clinton StSyracuse, NY 13202
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Harbor Street Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Street Lofts

710 Emerson AveSyracuse, NY 13204
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Syracuse, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Syracuse, NY

Pricing Updated: 07/02/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Syracuse, NY area range in price from $699 to $8,245 with an overall median price of $3,812. The three Syracuse neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Brighton at $699, Strathmore at $1,075, and Skunk City at $1,075. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Syracuse Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Brighton$1,465$69925
Strathmore$1,522$1,0759
Skunk City$1,592$1,0759
Galeville$1,600$70036
Outer Comstock$1,605$69920
Sedgwick$1,700$76244
Washington Square$1,700$95016
Westvale$1,700$99521
Elmwood$1,705$699165
Fairmount$1,720$1,1356

Cheapest Available Syracuse Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Syracuse, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Courtyard at James in the Near Northeast neighborhood priced from $762. Brownstone Luxury Studio Apartments in the Near Westside neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $845. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Syracuse apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Courtyard at James1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$762
Brownstone Luxury Studio ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$845
Pine TreeStoneStudio,1BA$850
Thurber ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$855
Grant VillageSquire1BR,1BA$895
Victory at Syracuse4BR/1BA4BR,1BA$900
Nob Hill1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$930
Carriage HouseStudio W/DenStudio,1BA$945
Wellington Manor Apartments0x1S1WMStudio,1BA$950

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Syracuse, NY

As of July 02, 2025 the best value apartment in the Syracuse area is the $0.51 price per square foot 820 Court St Model at 820 Court St, Unit 1 in the in the Washington Square neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Syracuse apartment is the 2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath Model at The Bradford starting at $1,900 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Meadowbrook neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Syracuse apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
820 Court St, Unit 1820 Court St4BR,1BA$0.51
The Bradford2 Bedroom/ 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.14
Franklin View Terrace2 Bedroom & 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.07
624 Park Ave, Unit 2624 Park Ave2BR,1BA$0.87
Brentwood Village ApartmentsThree Bedroom3BR,1.5BA$1.25
Fayetteville Pines Townhouses3 Bed/1 Bath Utilities Included3BR,1BA$1.25
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$1.22

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Syracuse Overview

The fourth most populated city in the entire great state of New York, Syracuse has come to practically define 'upstate' to many people. Flush with exciting cultural destinations, sporting events and job growth, Syracuse is truly a city on the rise. And making your home in one of the many wonderful options in Syracuse apartments is the key to getting the most out of life here.

Why live in Syracuse, NY?

Known for its wide range of high education hot-spots as well as a number of historic landmarks well worth discovering, Syracuse has been on the rise for a number of decades. Offering easy access to the Big Apple via train or highway, as well as a short distance from the job market of state capitol Albany, it's easy to see why living life in Syracuse apartments and homes continues to be a growing New York favorite.

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Getting Around Syracuse, NY

Walk Score®

64 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

34 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Syracuse, NY Area Reviews

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February 25, 2025

Not only does it give a suburb feel with a downtown location in most neighborhoods, it features a large variety of cuisine, tons of entertainment options right in town, and yearround activities to enjoy.

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 $950.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Syracuse?

The cheapest apartment in Syracuse is Courtyard at James which is listed at $762, while the average apartment in Syracuse costs $3,812.

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 478 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 $1,438 which is $2,374 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Syracuse.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Written by: Lauren Harrington

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