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The Treasury
$1,613 - $2,871
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The Treasury

101 S Salina StSyracuse, NY 13202
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$1,665 - $1,794
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Tower701

701 E Genesee StSyracuse, NY 13210
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480 S Salina St

SyracuseNY13202

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Downtown, Syracuse, NY Local Guide

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. Courtyard at James has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brownstone Luxury Studio ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$845
Courtyard at James1 Bedroom-Waitlist1BR,1BA$900
Corbett CornerStudio1BR,1BA$950
Lifestyle Apartments at SyracuseThe Gardens Studio (All Utilities Included)Studio,1BA$1,000
The DuchessLifestyle 600 StudioStudio,1BA$1,050
Kasson PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,125
Hawley GreenStudio/1 Bath 15Studio,1BA$1,125
CommonspaceCS Jefferson Furnished Micro LoftStudio,1BA$1,144
Nettleton Commons ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
The Tallman BlockStudioStudio,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NY

As of July 08, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.44 price per square foot 2BR/2.0BA Model at Symphony Place in the in the Elmwood neighborhood starting from $2,055. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 2BR/1.5BA Model at Pike Block starting at $2,250 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the University Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Symphony Place2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.44
Pike Block2BR/1.5BA2BR,1.5BA$1.58
Creekwalk Commons2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.51
Theory SyracuseC13BR,3BA$0.92
One Franklin Square2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.58
Walier Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.50
The 2142 Bd/ 1ba2BR,1BA$1.60
Nettleton Commons ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.41
Kasson PlaceOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.37
Courtyard at James1 Bedroom-Waitlist1BR,1BA$1.64

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown is at Brownstone Luxury Studio Apartments listed at $845.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Apartment is $900 at Courtyard at James.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is starting from $1,345 at Kasson Place.

What is the most affordable Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Regency Tower and starts from $2,095.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.