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750 Bleecker St

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Sunrise Apartment
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sunrise Apartment

1911-1925 Sunset AveUtica, NY 13502
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Genesee Tower
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Genesee Tower

110 Genesee StUtica, NY 13502
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Six Nations Square
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Six Nations Square

607 Jay StUtica, NY 13501
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Parkedge Townhouses
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Parkedge Townhouses

544 Deborah DrUtica, NY 13502
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Garden Apartments
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Garden Apartments

1427 Oneida StUtica, NY 13501
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Cedar Ridge
2 Bedroom Apartments

Cedar Ridge

245 Main StNew York Mills, NY 13417

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Wedgewood Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Wedgewood Apartments

150 Genesee StNew Hartford, NY 13413
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Utica, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Utica, NY

Pricing Updated: 11/11/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Utica, NY area range in price from $700 to $16,650 with an overall median price of $5,918. The three Utica neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are East Utica at $850, South Utica at $928, and Cornhill at $928. Here is today’s list of the top 7 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Utica Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
East Utica$1,235$85010
South Utica$1,396$9286
Cornhill$1,500$9287
Adrian Terrace$2,000$700114
Downtown Utica$2,000$90015
North Utica$16,650$850109
West Utica$16,650$700107

Cheapest Available Utica Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Utica, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 208 Jefferson Ave in the Adrian Terrace neighborhood priced from $850. Lofts at Globe Mill in the Adrian Terrace neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $904. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Utica apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
208 Jefferson Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$850
Lofts at Globe Mill2 Bed 1 Bath A2BR,1BA$904
Utica Steam Cotton BuildingStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
Holland House1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1,250
Hartford Mills ApartmentsT-Y 2BD2BR,1BA$1,450
Hotel St Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,550

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Utica, NY

As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Utica area is the $1.00 price per square foot 1013 Downer Ave Model at 1013 Downer Ave, Unit First Floor in the in the Outer Utica neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Utica apartment is the 8615 Aitken Ave Model at 8615 Aitken Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,800 with a $1.57 price per square foot in the Outer Utica neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Utica apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1013 Downer Ave, Unit First Floor1013 Downer Ave3BR,1BA$1.00
8615 Aitken Ave, Unit 38615 Aitken Ave3BR,1BA$1.57
Hotel St Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.88
Deerfield PlaceHorizon1BR,1BA$2.06
109 Hawthorne Ave, Unit 2d Floor109 Hawthorne Ave3BR,1BA$1.14
1014 Lamb St, Unit 10141014 Lamb St3BR,1BA$1.09
15 Maple St, Unit 2nd Floor15 Maple St2BR,1BA$1.47
The M Apartments2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$2.18
Hartford Mills ApartmentsT-Y 2BD2BR,1BA$1.71
208 Jefferson Ave1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.31

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Utica Overview

If you are looking for a beautiful place to live in the northeastern United States, then consider living in Utica, NY. Utica, NY is the county seat of Oneida County in NY State. The city is the tenth most populated city in NY. It sits on the Mohawk River and is located at the foot of the Adirondack Mountains. Furthermore, Utica, NY is a gorgeous place for those who like the outdoors. The city is relatively isolated from some of the other cities in the local area including Albany, Syracuse, and NYC, all of which are between 60 and 240 miles away, respectively. If you are looking for apartments in Utica, NY, then take a few minutes to learn more about this city. Then, rely on us to help you find your next Utica apartment.

Why live in Utica, NY?

Utica makes a great place to live. Finding a Utica apartment that fits your lifestyle can be a lot of fun with plenty of options.

Utica, NY
Population: 60,100

Ranked #628

in US Census Population by City

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Getting Around Utica, NY

Walk Score®

66 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

51 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Utica Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Utica?

The cheapest apartment in Utica is 208 Jefferson Ave which is listed at $850, while the average apartment in Utica costs $5,918.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Utica?

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 24 regular apartments in Utica that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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.