
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elmwood Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $400 (14 Rentals)
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184 Hope Ave

Hidden Valley Apartments

Carriage House

Thurber Apartments

Classic American

101 Lafayette Rd
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105 Robert Dr

Faith & Hope Manor

Almus Olver Towers

127 South Ave

Gilded Sparrows Nest Apartments LLC

Thurber Apartments

Victory at Syracuse
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Elmwood, Syracuse, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Elmwood?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elmwood Studio Apartments | $1,250 | $860 | $1,925 |
| Elmwood 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,358 | $850 | $2,090 |
| Elmwood 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,572 | $975 | $2,450 |
| Elmwood 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,593 | $699 | $1,995 |
| Elmwood 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,029 | $799 | $1,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Elmwood Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY.
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Cheapest Available Elmwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elmwood area of Syracuse, NY is a Studio unit found at Carriage House priced from $870. Thurber Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $895. Here are the most affordable Elmwood apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carriage House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $870 |
| Thurber Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| Victory at Syracuse | 4BR/1BA | 4BR,1BA | $900 |
| Classic American | Belle | 2BR,1BA | $975 |
| Centennial Gardens | 1 Bdrm 1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, NY
As of January 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Elmwood area is the $0.83 price per square foot 320 Rowland St Model at 320 Rowland St, Unit Unit 1 in the in the Elmwood neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Elmwood apartment is the 1193 W Onondaga St Model at 1193 W Onondaga St, Unit 1193 W. Onondaga starting at $1,600 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Elmwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmwood apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 320 Rowland St, Unit Unit 1 | 320 Rowland St | 4BR,1BA | $0.83 |
| 1193 W Onondaga St, Unit 1193 W. Onondaga | 1193 W Onondaga St | 3BR,1BA | $1.31 |
| The Meadows Apartment Homes | Two Bedroom-1,053 sqft | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 1741 W Onondaga St | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| Newbury Apartment Homes | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| 4907 Grolier Rd, Unit 4 | 4907 Grolier Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Classic American | Belle | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Thurber Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Clarendon Heights | 1 Bed/1 Bath @ 750 Sq. Ft. | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Nob Hill Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.78 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elmwood Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Elmwood?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Elmwood is under $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Elmwood?
The cheapest apartment in Elmwood is Carriage House which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Elmwood costs $2,600.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Elmwood?
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 8 regular apartments in Elmwood 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 Elmwood?
Cheap apartments in Elmwood have an average cost of $424 which is $2,176 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Elmwood.
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