Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Valley Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $700 (19 Rentals)

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Thurber Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Thurber Apartments

103-113 Remington AveSyracuse, NY 13210

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120 Crippen Pl
2 Bedroom Apartments

120 Crippen Pl

120 Crippen PlSyracuse, NY 13205
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Greenwich Manor Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Greenwich Manor Apartments

683 E Seneca TpkeSyracuse, NY 13205
Student Housing
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South Valley, Syracuse, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available South Valley Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the South Valley area of Syracuse, NY is a Studio unit found at Hidden Valley Apartments priced from $860. Thurber Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable South Valley apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hidden Valley Apartments0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$860
Thurber ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$920
Nob Hill ApartmentsA11BR,1BA$1,015
The IkonStudio /1 BathStudio,1BA$1,150
The Summit Apartments1x1 M1BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in South Valley, NY

As of May 01, 2026 the best value apartment in the South Valley area is the $0.60 price per square foot 4X4 Model at University Village Apartments on Colvin in the in the Meadowbrook neighborhood starting from $1,025. The second greatest value South Valley apartment is the 122 Meredith Ave Model at 122 Meredith Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,450 with a $1.26 price per square foot in the South Valley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for South Valley apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
University Village Apartments on Colvin4X44BR,4BA$0.60
122 Meredith Ave, Unit 2122 Meredith Ave3BR,1BA$1.26
Newbury Apartment Homes2 Bd Luxury2BR,1BA$1.51
Thurber Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.69
Nob Hill ApartmentsA21BR,1BA$1.62
The IkonStudio /1 BathStudio ,1BA$2.30
Hidden Valley ApartmentsHIDDEN VALLEY *Large Studio* Taking Applicatio...Studio ,1BA$2.34

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
South Valley, Syracuse, NY

Ranked #25

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

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3.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap South Valley Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in South Valley?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in South Valley is under $1,395.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in South Valley?

The cheapest apartment in South Valley is Hidden Valley Apartments which is listed at $945, while the average apartment in South Valley costs $1,745.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in South Valley?

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 27 regular apartments in South Valley 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 South Valley?

Cheap apartments in South Valley have an average cost of $792 which is $953 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in South Valley.

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.

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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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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

I’m going to talk with you as a seasoned property manager and friend. So, let’s start with your security deposit. I want you to think about this guide as insider information. You deserve your deposit back.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.