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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Hill Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY from $500 (35 Rentals)
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Madison Towers
60 Presidential PlzSyracuse, NY 13202
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Carriage House
126-138 Jamesville AveSyracuse, NY 13210
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Corbett Corner
444 E Genesee StSyracuse, NY 13202
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Hawley Green
307-315 Hawley AveSyracuse, NY 13203
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Lofts on Willow
230 W Willow StSyracuse, NY 13202
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The Duchess
600 James StSyracuse, NY 13203
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Nettleton Commons Apartments
313 E Willow StSyracuse, NY 13203
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Commonspace
201 E Jefferson StSyracuse, NY 13202
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502 University Apartments
502 University AveSyracuse, NY 13210
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The Tallman Block
219 W Fayette StSyracuse, NY 13202
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Hudson Lofts
239-245 W Fayette StSyracuse, NY 13202
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231 Miles Ave
SyracuseNY13210
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514 Walnut Ave
514 Walnut AveSyracuse, NY 13210
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900 East Fayette Group, LLC
900-916 E Fayette StSyracuse, NY 13210
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University Hill, Syracuse, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Hill Studio Apartments | $1,639 | $920 | $3,400 |
| University Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,630 | $900 | $3,500 |
| University Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,139 | $1,199 | $3,992 |
| University Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,844 | $1,099 | $4,500 |
| University Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,133 | $824 | $6,596 |
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There are currently 35 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the University Hill Neighborhood of Syracuse, NY.
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Cheapest Available University Hill Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Hill area of Syracuse, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at Victory at Syracuse priced from $900. Carriage House has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable University Hill apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| Victory at Syracuse | 4BR/1BA | 4BR,1BA | $900 |
| Carriage House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $920 |
| Nettleton Commons Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Hawley Green | 1 Bed/1 Bath unit 25 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Duchess | Lifestyle 600 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 502 University Apartments | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| 514 Walnut Ave | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| 1009 Madison St | 1 Bd/ 1 Ba Utilities Included | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
| 900 East Fayette Group, LLC | 1 bed 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| Greenway Place | Iris | 2BR,1BA | $1,500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hill, NY
As of August 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Hill area is the $1.60 price per square foot Unit 3 - Fireplace Model at The Grange Building & GrangeX in the in the University Hill neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value University Hill apartment is the Jefferson Tower Furnished 2 Bedroom Model at Jefferson Tower starting at $2,000 with a $1.54 price per square foot in the University Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| The Grange Building & GrangeX | Unit 3 - Fireplace | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Jefferson Tower | Jefferson Tower Furnished 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Campus West | 4x4 | 4BR,4BA | $0.69 |
| 216 Miles Ave, Unit 216 | 216 Miles Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| 2118 E Genesee St, Unit #202 | 2118 E Genesee St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Greenway Place | Iris | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| The Laurel | B1 | 2BR,2BA | $1.41 |
| 502 University Apartments | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Hawley Green | 1 Bed/ 1 Bath unit 8 | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Duchess | Lifestyle 600 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Hill is under $1,500.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Hill?
The cheapest apartment in University Hill is Hawley Green which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in University Hill costs $5,560.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Hill?
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 51 regular apartments in University Hill 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 University Hill?
Cheap apartments in University Hill have an average cost of $1,420 which is $4,140 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Hill.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Throughout the day, think about all the times that you have to pay for something. So many of us reach automatically for a credit card or even our phone for a quick payment.
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Written by: Cheryl Bowman
A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.