
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southside Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $400 (40 Rentals)
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The Chimes Building

Centennial Gardens

1741 W Onondaga St

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119 Gordon Ave, Unit 1

615 W Onondaga St

The Griffin

2929-2935 S Salina St
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679 W Onondaga St

231 Cannon St

202 Elk St

257 Furman St

1016 Bellevue Ave

114-116 Fage Ave

664 W Onondaga St

104 Stinard
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225 Marguerite St

245 W Castle St

219 Onondaga Ave

360 W Onondaga St

352 W Onondaga St

260 Fitch St

115-131 1/12 Shonnard St
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806 South Ave

114 Holland St

Ashley Arms

201-203 W Brighton Ave

127 South Ave

The Huntley

567 Valley Dr

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118 W Castle St

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McKinney Manor

103 E Kennedy St
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Southside, Syracuse, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southside?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southside Studio Apartments | $1,768 | $1,617 | $1,950 |
| Southside 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $1,075 | $2,200 |
| Southside 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,031 | $1,195 | $3,000 |
| Southside 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,581 | $1,395 | $1,700 |
| Southside 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,200 | $1,150 | $1,250 |
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There are currently 40 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Southside Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY.
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Cheapest Available Southside Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southside area of Syracuse, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Centennial Gardens priced from $1,075. 1741 W Onondaga St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here are the most affordable Southside apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Centennial Gardens | 1 Bdrm 1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| 1741 W Onondaga St | 1 BR/1BA E26 | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Harrison Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,617 |
| Symphony Place | Symphony Place *$1995 MOVE IN SPECIAL* 2B/2B 10... | 2BR,2BA | $1,995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southside, NY
As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southside area is the $1.91 price per square foot Symphony Place *$1995 MOVE IN SPECIAL* 2B/2B 10... Model at Symphony Place in the in the Elmwood neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Southside apartment is the 1 BR/1BA E26 Model at 1741 W Onondaga St starting at $1,100 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Elmwood neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southside apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Symphony Place | Symphony Place *$1995 MOVE IN SPECIAL* 2B/2B 10... | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| 1741 W Onondaga St | 1 BR/1BA E26 | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| The Harrison Building | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.05 |
| Centennial Gardens | 1 Bdrm 1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $2.69 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southside Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Southside?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Southside is at The Harrison Building listed at $1,617.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Southside Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Southside is starting from $1,195 at Centennial Gardens.
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