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Courtyard at James
708 James StSyracuse, NY 13203
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James Crest Manor
1072 James StSyracuse, NY 13203
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605 W Genesee StSyracuse, NY 13204
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60 Presidential PlzSyracuse, NY 13202
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307-315 Hawley AveSyracuse, NY 13203
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444 E Genesee StSyracuse, NY 13202
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Lifestyle Apartments at Syracuse
941-947 James StSyracuse, NY 13203
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230 W Willow StSyracuse, NY 13202
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600 James StSyracuse, NY 13203
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313 E Willow StSyracuse, NY 13203
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239-245 W Fayette StSyracuse, NY 13202
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201 E Jefferson StSyracuse, NY 13202
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50 Presidential PlzSyracuse, NY 13202
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502 University AveSyracuse, NY 13210
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Downtown, Syracuse, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,605 | $795 | $3,400 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,591 | $762 | $3,500 |
| Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,112 | $1,100 | $4,000 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,886 | $1,099 | $4,500 |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,075 | $824 | $6,596 |
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There are currently 32 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Syracuse, NY is a Studio unit found at Brownstone Luxury Studio Apartments priced from $845. Lifestyle Apartments at Syracuse has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownstone Luxury Studio Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| Lifestyle Apartments at Syracuse | The Gardens Studio (All Utilities Included) | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Nettleton Commons Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Hawley Green | 1 Bed/1 Bath unit 25 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Duchess | Lifestyle 600 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Kasson Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| 502 University Apartments | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 314 Oak St. | 1BDR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Lakefront Lofts | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Regency Tower | renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NY
As of August 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.07 price per square foot 2 Bedroom & 2 Bathroom Model at Franklin View Terrace in the in the Near Northeast neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 715 N McBride St Model at 715 N McBride St, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $1,450 with a $1.04 price per square foot in the Near Northeast neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin View Terrace | 2 Bedroom & 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.07 |
| 715 N McBride St, Unit 2nd Floor | 715 N McBride St | 2BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Jefferson Tower | Jefferson Tower Furnished 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Campus West | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.69 |
| Theory Syracuse | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $1.13 |
| The Laurel | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| Kasson Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 502 University Apartments | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Hawley Green | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath unit 8 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Duchess | Lifestyle 600 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Downtown?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Downtown is under $1,395.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown is Hawley Green which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Downtown costs $8,195.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown?
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 51 regular apartments in Downtown 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 Downtown?
Cheap apartments in Downtown have an average cost of $2,240 which is $5,955 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown.
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