
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Eastside Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $500 (28 Rentals)
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259 Robert Dr

James Crest Manor

Hidden Valley Apartments

Carriage House

Courtyard at James

The Duchess
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Madison Towers

Thurber Apartments

JJN Properties at Polk Street

Hawley Green

Clarendon Heights

Lifestyle Apartments at Syracuse

Sunnycrest Manor
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620-22 Fellows Ave

Ross Towers

Brick School Terrace

931 Westcott St

VanKeuren Square

826 Maryland Ave

Thurber Apartments
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Elm Street Complex

Hawley Hill - Eastwood

Victory at Syracuse

Roosevelt Suites

1221 E Genesee St

Paul Apartment Homes
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Eastside, Syracuse, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Eastside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastside Studio Apartments | $1,380 | $795 | $1,929 |
| Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,442 | $650 | $2,125 |
| Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,579 | $1,065 | $3,398 |
| Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,565 | $699 | $3,000 |
| Eastside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,255 | $899 | $6,596 |
| Eastside 5 Bedroom Apartments | $5,372 | $2,500 | $8,245 |
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There are currently 28 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Eastside Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY.
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Cheapest Available Eastside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Eastside area of Syracuse, NY is a Studio unit found at Carriage House priced from $870. The Duchess has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Eastside apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carriage House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $870 |
| The Duchess | Lifestyle 600 Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Victory at Syracuse | 4BR/1BA | 4BR,1BA | $900 |
| Courtyard at James | 1 Bedroom-Waitlist | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Thurber Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| JJN Properties at Polk Street | Studios | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Lifestyle Apartments at Syracuse | The Gardens Studio (All Utilities Included) | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Sunnycrest Manor | Nova | 2BR,1BA | $1,095 |
| Kasson Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| The Ikon | Studio /1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Eastside, NY
As of February 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Eastside area is the $0.59 price per square foot 4X4 Model at University Village Apartments on Colvin in the in the Meadowbrook neighborhood starting from $1,000. The second greatest value Eastside apartment is the renovated Model at Regency Tower starting at $1,895 with a $1.67 price per square foot in the Near Northeast neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Eastside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Village Apartments on Colvin | 4X4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.59 |
| Regency Tower | renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Arbor Heights Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
| Greenway Place | Tulip | 2BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 407 N McBride St, Unit 2 | 407 N McBride St | Studio ,1BA | $1.35 |
| 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 | $1.53 |
| Thurber Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Courtyard at James | 1 Bedroom-Waitlist | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team of engineers and researchers works hard to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, metropolitan areas, and rental properties across New York, 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 our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, places to raise kids, raising pets, transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Eastside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Eastside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Eastside is under $1,150.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Eastside?
The cheapest apartment in Eastside is Courtyard at James which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Eastside costs $5,372.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Eastside?
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 317 regular apartments in Eastside 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 Eastside?
Cheap apartments in Eastside have an average cost of $1,534 which is $3,838 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Eastside.
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