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Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse, NY Local Guide
Overview by John Marino is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Syracuse?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Syracuse Studio Apartments | $1,640 | $950 | $3,400 |
| Downtown Syracuse 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,799 | $905 | $2,900 |
| Downtown Syracuse 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,307 | $1,293 | $3,992 |
| Downtown Syracuse 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,050 | $3,600 | $4,500 |
| Downtown Syracuse 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,600 | $3,600 | $3,600 |
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There are currently 17 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Syracuse Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY.
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Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse, NY Local Guide
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Cheapest Available Downtown Syracuse Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Syracuse area of Syracuse, NY is a Studio unit found at Nettleton Commons Apartments priced from $1,050. The Duchess has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Downtown Syracuse apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nettleton Commons Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Duchess | Lifestyle 600 Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Greenway Place | Calla | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Symphony Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,650 |
| Addis Building | 302 | 1BR,1BA | $1,750 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Syracuse, NY
As of June 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Syracuse area is the $1.45 price per square foot 2BR 1.5BA Model at Deys Plaza Apartments in the in the University Hill neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Downtown Syracuse apartment is the Unit 307 Model at Herald Commons Apartments starting at $3,000 with a $1.97 price per square foot in the University Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Syracuse apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deys Plaza Apartments | 2BR 1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.45 |
| Herald Commons Apartments | Unit 307 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| The Grange Building & GrangeX | Unit 3 - Fireplace | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Whitney Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| Creekwalk Commons | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
| 205 E Jefferson | 2 bd/ 2 ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Symphony Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Greenway Place | Calla | 1BR,1BA | $2.31 |
| Nettleton Commons Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
| The Duchess | Lifestyle 600 Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.33 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in cities across the United States, including Syracuse. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!
Getting Around the Downtown Syracuse Neighborhood in Syracuse, NY
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
73 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
59 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Syracuse Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Syracuse?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Syracuse is at Nettleton Commons Apartments listed at $1,050.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Syracuse Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Syracuse Apartment is $1,250 at Greenway Place.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Syracuse Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Syracuse is starting from $1,450 at Greenway Place.
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Written by: Marie Brown
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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.