Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Lakefront Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $700 (29 Rentals)

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Harbor Street Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Harbor Street Lofts

710 Emerson AveSyracuse, NY 13204
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511 N State St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

511 N State St

511 N State StSyracuse, NY 13203
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900 N Alvord St
1 Bedroom Apartments

900 N Alvord St

900 N Alvord StSyracuse, NY 13208
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Isabella Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Isabella Lofts

1109 N Townsend StSyracuse, NY 13208
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373 Spencer St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

373 Spencer St

373 Spencer StSyracuse, NY 13204
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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Lakefront, Syracuse, NY Local Guide

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. Valentine Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,175. Here are the most affordable Lakefront apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brownstone Luxury Studio ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$845
Valentine GardensCupid2BR,1BA$1,175
One Franklin Square1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,300
Hiawatha HeightsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,350
Lofts on Willow1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,600
Walier Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,600
Herald Commons ApartmentsUnit 3052BR,2BA$2,300
Iron Pier82BR,2BA$2,500
The Candle FactoryOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$2,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Lakefront, NY

As of June 09, 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 439 N Salina St Model at 439 N Salina St, Unit 1 starting at $1,950 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Near Northeast neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Lakefront apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Herald Commons ApartmentsUnit 3072BR,2BA$1.97
439 N Salina St, Unit 1439 N Salina St1BR,1BA$1.50
Iron Pier82BR,2BA$2.24
Walier Lofts2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.50
Hiawatha HeightsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.36
Lofts on Willow1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.71
Valentine GardensCupid2BR,1BA$1.37
The Candle FactoryOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$3.23
One Franklin Square1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.06
Brownstone Luxury Studio ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$2.41

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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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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Lakefront, Syracuse, NY

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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of neighborhoods, cities, and rental properties across New York including Lakefront, Syracuse, and the greater Syracuse area. 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, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, and how walkable or bikeable each community and area is. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Lakefront Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Lakefront?

The cheapest apartment in Lakefront is One Franklin Square 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.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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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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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.