
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Southwest Syracuse Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $400 (19 Rentals)
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Jefferson Tower

Carriage House

Corbett Corner

Centennial Gardens

Hudson Lofts
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Commonspace

710-12 W Colvin St, Unit 710 1st Floor

Faith & Hope Manor

Almus Olver Towers

127 South Ave

269 W Borden Ave
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201 N Hughes Pl

Clinton Plaza

241 Lorraine Ave

614 Jamesville Ave

1221 E Genesee St

The Chimes Building
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502 University Apartments
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 | $1,719 | $925 | $2,225 |
| Southwest Syracuse 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,667 | $905 | $2,900 |
| Southwest Syracuse 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,107 | $1,140 | $3,500 |
| Southwest Syracuse 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $1,129 | $3,500 |
| Southwest Syracuse 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,199 | $847 | $6,636 |
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There are currently 19 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 1 Bed unit found at Carriage House priced from $950. Corbett Corner has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Southwest Syracuse apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carriage House | Small 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Corbett Corner | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Southwest Syracuse, NY
As of June 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Southwest Syracuse area is the $1.65 price per square foot 2 Bedrooms + 2 Bathrooms Model at Icon Tower in the in the University Hill neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Southwest Syracuse apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at Symphony Place starting at $2,310 with a $1.62 price per square foot in the Elmwood 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Icon Tower | 2 Bedrooms + 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.65 |
| Symphony Place | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.62 |
| Deys Plaza Apartments | 2BR 1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.85 |
| Pike Block | 2BR/1.5BA | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.62 |
| Theory Syracuse | C1 | 3BR,3BA | $0.92 |
| The 214 | 2 Bd/ 1ba | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Corbett Corner | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The 505 on Walnut (new) | The Landmark | 2BR,2BA | $2.45 |
| Carriage House | Small 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.83 |
| The Tallman Block | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $2.51 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
Our team works hard to bring you comprehensive Lifestyle Ratings of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Syracuse, NY. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for the best proximity to parks and outdoor amenities, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, features that make it easier to raise kids, proximity to transit, and other valuable search options. Use Lifestyle Search in the site filter options on this page - and find your Perfect place!
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 $8,245.
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 82 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 $1,530 which is $6,715 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Southwest Syracuse.
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