
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near Eastside Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $500 (21 Rentals)
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James Crest Manor

Courtyard at James

The Duchess

Jefferson Tower

Madison Towers

Corbett Corner
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Hawley Green

Sunnycrest Manor

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Greenway Place

Ross Towers

Almus Olver Towers

VanKeuren Square
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Victory at Syracuse

Roosevelt Suites

1221 E Genesee St

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Near Eastside, Syracuse, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Near Eastside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Near Eastside Studio Apartments | $1,437 | $795 | $1,929 |
| Near Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,599 | $650 | $2,075 |
| Near Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $950 | $3,398 |
| Near Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,548 | $1,389 | $2,250 |
| Near Eastside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,278 | $799 | $6,596 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 21 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Near Eastside Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY.
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Cheapest Available Near Eastside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Near Eastside area of Syracuse, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Courtyard at James priced from $900. Jefferson Tower has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Near Eastside apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard at James | 1 Bedroom-Waitlist | 1BR,1BA | $900 |
| Jefferson Tower | Jefferson Tower Small Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
| Victory at Syracuse | 4BR/1BA | 4BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Duchess | Lifestyle 600 Studio | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| Lifestyle Apartments at Syracuse | The Gardens Studio (All Utilities Included) | Studio,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near Eastside, NY
As of January 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near Eastside area is the $1.61 price per square foot 705 Ackerman Ave Model at 705 Ackerman Ave, Unit 705 in the in the Meadowbrook neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Near 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 Near Eastside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 705 Ackerman Ave, Unit 705 | 705 Ackerman Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| Regency Tower | renovated | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Arbor Heights Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.38 |
| 129 Green St, Unit 3 | 129 Green St | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Lincoln Hill Community | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| 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 |
| Courtyard at James | 1 Bedroom-Waitlist | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
| Jefferson Tower | Remodeled Small Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals in areas across the United States including Near Eastside, Syracuse, and the greater Syracuse area. LifeStyle Ratings are the best way to sort through finding a place to live - beyond price and floorplan. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for outdoor amenities like tennis courts, luxury amenities, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Near Eastside Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Near Eastside?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Near Eastside is under $1,245.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Near Eastside?
The cheapest apartment in Near Eastside is Courtyard at James which is listed at $900, while the average apartment in Near Eastside costs $8,145.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Near 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 242 regular apartments in Near 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 Near Eastside?
Cheap apartments in Near Eastside have an average cost of $1,845 which is $6,300 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near Eastside.
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