
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the South Valley Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $700 (19 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the South Valley area of Syracuse.


Thurber Apartments

Nob Hill Apartments

Classic American

The Ikon

Valley Manor Apartments
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191 Baldwin Ave

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700 Jamesville Ave

614 Jamesville Ave

241 Lorraine Ave

120 Crippen Pl

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122 Meredith Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2
South Valley, Syracuse, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in South Valley?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Valley Studio Apartments | $923 | $860 | $1,200 |
| South Valley 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,204 | $945 | $1,375 |
| South Valley 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,418 | $1,065 | $1,850 |
| South Valley 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,767 | $1,450 | $1,925 |
| South Valley 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,025 | $1,025 | $1,025 |
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There are currently 19 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the South Valley Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hidden Valley Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $860 |
| Thurber Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Nob Hill Apartments | A1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,015 |
| The Ikon | Studio /1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| The Summit Apartments | 1x1 M | 1BR,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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Village Apartments on Colvin | 4X4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.60 |
| 122 Meredith Ave, Unit 2 | 122 Meredith Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| Newbury Apartment Homes | 2 Bd Luxury | 2BR,1BA | $1.51 |
| Thurber Apartments | 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| Nob Hill Apartments | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
| The Ikon | Studio /1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $2.30 |
| Hidden Valley Apartments | HIDDEN VALLEY *Large Studio* Taking Applicatio... | Studio ,1BA | $2.34 |
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Best Local Schools in South Valley, Syracuse, NY
Expeditionary Learning Middle School
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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
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