
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Syracuse Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $400 (26 Rentals)
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Carriage House

Corbett Corner

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The Chimes Building

Centennial Gardens

105 Robert Dr
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Hudson Lofts

107 Robert Dr

Commonspace

The Tallman Block

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The Harrison Building
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127 South Ave

201 N Hughes Pl

Clinton Plaza

241 Lorraine Ave
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614 Jamesville Ave

1221 E Genesee St

502 University Apartments

1107 E Genesee St

Plaza Apartments

Salt City Market Apartments
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229 Kellogg St

1109 E Genesee St
Southwest Syracuse, Syracuse, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Southwest Syracuse?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Syracuse Studio Apartments | $1,645 | $945 | $2,225 |
| Southwest Syracuse 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $905 | $2,900 |
| Southwest Syracuse 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,159 | $1,195 | $3,500 |
| Southwest Syracuse 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,571 | $1,129 | $3,500 |
| Southwest Syracuse 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,204 | $847 | $6,636 |
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There are currently 26 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Southwest Syracuse Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY.
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Cheapest Available Southwest Syracuse Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Southwest Syracuse area of Syracuse, NY is a Studio unit found at Carriage House priced from $945. Centennial Gardens has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,075. Here are the most affordable Southwest Syracuse apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carriage House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $945 |
| Centennial Gardens | 1 Bdrm 1Ba | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
| The Tallman Block | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,225 |
| The Summit Apartments | 1x1 M | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 1003 E Fayette St | Studio utilities included | Studio,1BA | $1,345 |
| Commonspace | CS Warren- Furnished Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Hudson Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,575 |
| Icon Tower | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| The 214 | 2 Bd/ 1ba | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Harrison Building | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,617 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Syracuse, NY
As of July 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Syracuse area is the $1.85 price per square foot 2BR 1.5BA Model at Deys Plaza Apartments in the in the University Hill neighborhood starting from $2,600. The second greatest value Southwest Syracuse apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Pike Block starting at $2,200 with a $1.61 price per square foot in the University Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Southwest Syracuse apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deys Plaza Apartments | 2BR 1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
| Pike Block | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.61 |
| Theory Syracuse | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.92 |
| Symphony Place | Symphony Place *$1995 MOVE IN SPECIAL* 2B/2B 10... | 2BR,2BA | $1.91 |
| The 214 | 2 Bd/ 1ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| The 505 on Walnut (new) | The Landmark | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| Icon Tower | 1 Bedroom + 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| The Harrison Building | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.38 |
| The Tallman Block | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.51 |
| Carriage House | Small 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $2.26 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Southwest Syracuse Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Southwest Syracuse?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Southwest Syracuse is under $1,617.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Southwest Syracuse?
The cheapest apartment in Southwest Syracuse is Carriage House which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Southwest Syracuse costs $8,270.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Southwest Syracuse?
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 63 regular apartments in Southwest Syracuse 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 Southwest Syracuse?
Cheap apartments in Southwest Syracuse have an average cost of $1,942 which is $6,328 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Syracuse.
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