
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakefront Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $700 (16 Rentals)
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Valentine Gardens

416 Danforth St

319 N Salina St

One Franklin Square
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Hiawatha Heights

Walier Lofts

319-25 N Salina St

617 Hiawatha Blvd

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Lewis Apartments

511 N State St

900 N Alvord St

Isabella Lofts

The Flats at North Salina
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Lakefront, Syracuse, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Lakefront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lakefront Studio Apartments | $845 | $845 | $845 |
| Lakefront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,545 | $925 | $2,800 |
| Lakefront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,929 | $1,100 | $3,300 |
| Lakefront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,925 | $1,300 | $2,500 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Lakefront Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY.
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Cheapest Available Lakefront Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Lakefront area of Syracuse, NY is a Studio unit found at Brownstone Luxury Studio Apartments priced from $845. One Franklin Square has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,300. Here are the most affordable Lakefront apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brownstone Luxury Studio Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| One Franklin Square | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Hiawatha Heights | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Lofts at Franklin Square | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,330 |
| Clinton Street Commons Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,350 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakefront, NY
As of February 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Lakefront area is the $1.97 price per square foot Unit 307 Model at Herald Commons Apartments in the in the University Hill neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value Lakefront apartment is the Three Bedroom Model at Hiawatha Heights starting at $2,000 with a $1.46 price per square foot in the Washington Square neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakefront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Herald Commons Apartments | Unit 307 | 2BR,2BA | $1.97 |
| Hiawatha Heights | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.46 |
| Lofts at Franklin Square | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.24 |
| 809A N Salina St, Unit 809A | 809A N Salina St | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Lofts on Willow | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Clinton Street Commons Apartments | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.82 |
| One Webster's Landing | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| The Candle Factory | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.87 |
| One Franklin Square | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2.06 |
| Brownstone Luxury Studio Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.41 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleLakefront, Syracuse, NY
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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakefront Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakefront?
The cheapest apartment in Lakefront is Hiawatha Heights which is listed at $1,300, while the average apartment in Lakefront costs $1,900.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Lakefront?
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 1 regular apartments in Lakefront 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 Lakefront?
Cheap apartments in Lakefront have an average cost of $845 which is $1,055 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Lakefront.
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