Cheap Homes for Rent in Tompkins County, NY from $600 (21 Rentals)

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property at 120 James St

120 James St, Unit 1

120 James St
IthacaNY14850
property at 5 Charles St

5 Charles St

IthacaNY14850

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property at 114 Ferris Place

114 Ferris Place

IthacaNY14850
property at 344 Creek Rd

344 Creek Rd

LockeNY13092

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property at 125 Highland Pl

125 Highland Pl

IthacaNY14850
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24 Suzanne Way

WillseyvilleNY13864
property at 105 N Quarry St

105 N Quarry St

IthacaNY14850

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Cheapest Available Tompkins County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Tompkins County, NY is a Studio unit found at Collegetown Terrace in the Western South Hill neighborhood priced from $629. Auden Ithaca in the North Campus neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $649. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Tompkins County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Collegetown TerraceQuarry Large Room - Shared BathStudio,$629
Auden Ithaca3x1 A63BR,1BA$649
Ravenwood ApartmentsRoom Rental5BR,2BA$700
401 Eddy Street401 Eddy Street - F3BR,1BA$800
601 E State St - Fully Furnished!Building 2 6 bedroom 2 bath6BR,2BA$800

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Tompkins County, NY

As of November 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Tompkins County area is the $0.49 price per square foot Full 6 Bedroom Apartment 3 Model at 111 Osmun Place - See Details in the in the North Campus neighborhood starting from $875. The second greatest value Tompkins County apartment is the 3 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 102 Turkey Hill Rd - Utilities Included! starting at $867 with a $0.48 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Tompkins County apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
111 Osmun Place - See DetailsFull 6 Bedroom Apartment 36BR,1BA$0.49
102 Turkey Hill Rd - Utilities Included!3 Bedroom 2 Bath6BR,4BA$0.48
918 Danby Rd, Unit 918 unit#1918 Danby Rd4BR,1BA$0.94
Uptown Village ApartmentsUptown 2 Bed2BR,1.5BA$1.23
137 Honness Ln, Unit A137 Honness Ln1BR,1BA$0.77
All-Inclusive Living in Collegetown!6 bedroom6BR,2BA$1.06
804 E Seneca St, Unit 1804 E Seneca St2BR,1BA$0.96
601 E State St - Fully Furnished!Building 23BR,1BA$1.18
The Overlook at West HillTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.98
3110 N Triphammer Rd, Unit 23110 N Triphammer Rd1BR,1BA$1.22

Frequently Asked Questions about Tompkins County

What type of rentals are currently available in Tompkins County?

There are currently 393 Apartments for Rent in Tompkins County, NY with pricing that ranges from $629 to $24,000. There are also 98 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Tompkins County ranging from $650 to $5,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Tompkins County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Tompkins County ranges from $650 to $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,924.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Tompkins County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Tompkins County range from $649 to $5,650, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $650 to $3,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $765 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $689.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.