
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Near Eastside Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $500 (46 Rentals)
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Courtyard at James

Madison Towers

Jefferson Tower

Hawley Green

Sunnycrest Manor

Corbett Corner

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1211 Madison St

Lifestyle Apartments at Syracuse
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The Duchess

1108 Madison St, Unit Studio

Kasson Place

Greenway Place

133-35 Roosevelt Ave

Arbor Heights Apartments

Regency Tower

Commodore Apartments

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306 Vann St, Unit Clean 2 bedroom
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416 Boyden St

1003 E Fayette St

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1526 E Genesee St, Unit Apt 4

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215 Cherry St

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121 Lexington Ave

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1436 E Genesee St

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301 Maple St, Unit 1B

1919-21 Burnet Ave, Unit Floor 2

347 Douglas St
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202 N Townsend St

Ross Towers

Almus Olver Towers

131 Dell St

VanKeuren Square

826 Maryland Ave

Hawley Hill - Eastwood

Elm Street Complex

Victory at Syracuse
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Roosevelt Suites

1221 E Genesee St

1107 E Genesee St

140-142 Grumbach Ave

314 Oak St.

502 University Apartments

822 Westcott St

Plaza Apartments

607 Hickory St
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Lincoln Hill Community
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 | $1,583 | $795 | $2,200 |
| Near Eastside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,554 | $895 | $2,200 |
| Near Eastside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,870 | $1,070 | $3,498 |
| Near Eastside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,871 | $1,129 | $3,500 |
| Near Eastside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,417 | $847 | $6,636 |
| Near Eastside 5 Bedroom Apartments | $4,423 | $2,500 | $8,295 |
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There are currently 46 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. Victory at Syracuse has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds 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 |
| Victory at Syracuse | 4BR/1BA | 4BR,1BA | $900 |
| Corbett Corner | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Sunnycrest Manor | Star | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Lifestyle Apartments at Syracuse | The Gardens Studio (All Utilities Included) | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| The Duchess | Lifestyle 600 Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Kasson Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Arbor Heights Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,245 |
| Regency Tower | renovated | Studio,1BA | $1,245 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Near Eastside, NY
As of May 30, 2026 the best value apartment in the Near Eastside area is the $1.53 price per square foot 139 Lexington Ave Model at 139 Lexington Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Meadowbrook neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Near Eastside apartment is the Rose Model at Greenway Place starting at $1,650 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the University Hill 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 139 Lexington Ave, Unit 1 | 139 Lexington Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| Greenway Place | Rose | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.22 |
| 420 Westcott St, Unit 1 | 420 Westcott St | 3BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Theory Syracuse | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.92 |
| The Flats at Vann Street | Apartment #4 | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 1436 E Genesee St | 1436 E Genesee St | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Arbor Heights Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.43 |
| Corbett Corner | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Kasson Place | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 306 Vann St, Unit Clean 2 bedroom | 306 Vann St | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
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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 $2,850.
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 66 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 $928 which is $1,922 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Near Eastside.
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