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Carriage House
126-138 Jamesville AveSyracuse, NY 13210
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601 N Townsend StSyracuse, NY 13202
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444 E Genesee StSyracuse, NY 13202
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313 E Willow StSyracuse, NY 13203
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239-245 W Fayette StSyracuse, NY 13202
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1108 E Genesee StSyracuse, NY 13210
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247 Buckingham AveSyracuse, NY 13210
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502 University AveSyracuse, 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 | $1,592 | $890 | $3,400 |
| University Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,692 | $905 | $2,900 |
| University Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,964 | $1,105 | $3,992 |
| University Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,906 | $1,389 | $4,500 |
| University Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,159 | $799 | $6,596 |
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There are currently 21 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 Studio unit found at Carriage House priced from $890. Victory at Syracuse has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable University Hill apartments for rent in Syracuse, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carriage House | Studio | Studio,1BA | $890 |
| Victory at Syracuse | 4BR/1BA | 4BR,1BA | $900 |
| The Duchess | Lifestyle 600 Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Nettleton Commons Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| Hawley Green | 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Hill, NY
As of June 19, 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 2 Bedroom Model at Whitney Lofts starting at $2,500 with a $1.73 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange Building & GrangeX | Unit 3 - Fireplace | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| Whitney Lofts | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 205 E Jefferson | 2 bd/ 2 ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.80 |
| Symphony Place | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| Deys Plaza Apartments | 1BR 1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| 502 University Apartments | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Plaza Apartments | 1bed/1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.56 |
| The Uncommon Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.92 |
| Fayette Place | Suite | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| Hawley Green | 3 | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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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 $1,400.
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 $8,195.
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 29 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 $1,557 which is $6,638 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University Hill.
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