What is the average apartment size in Syracuse?

The average size for a Syracuse, NY apartment is 825 square feet, but this number varies greatly depending on unit type, with cheap and luxury alternatives for houses and apartments alike. Studio apartments are the smallest and most affordable, 1-bedroom apartments are closer to the average, while 2-bedroom apartments and 3-bedroom apartments offer a more generous square footage.

What is the average rent in Syracuse?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Syracuse is $1,709 per month, a 0.99% decrease from last years average of $1,727.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Syracuse?

In Syracuse, studios rent for $1,419 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,316 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,640 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,360 per month

What is the average apartment size in Syracuse?

The typical apartment in Syracuse offers about 825 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Syracuse?

Studio apartments in Syracuse average 386 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 672 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 929 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,178 sq. ft.

What are the most affordable neighborhoods in Syracuse?

The most affordable neighborhoods in Syracuse include Eastwood ($1,003/month), North Valley ($1,089/month), and Salt Springs ($1,192/month), all below the citywide average of $1,709.

What are the most expensive neighborhoods in Syracuse?

The most expensive neighborhoods in Syracuse are Lakefront ($1,699/month), Downtown Syracuse ($1,736/month), and University Hill ($2,801/month), often due to premium locations and high-end amenities.

Syracuse, NY Rental Market Trends

Q: What's the typical rent budget in Syracuse?

The typical rent budget in Syracuse ranges from $1,001 to $1,500 per month, with 42% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Syracuse?

In Syracuse, 59% of households rent while 41% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 20, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Syracuse is $1,709, a 0.99% decrease compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,727.

Studio Apartments at $1,419 offer the most budget-friendly option with 386 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 672 square feet for $1,316, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,640 offer 929 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,178 sq ft) for $2,360, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Syracuse, NY

Last updated: February 20, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,709	825 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,419	386 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,316	672 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,640	929 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,360	1,178 sq. ft.

Syracuse, NY rent trends

Rental prices in Syracuse, NY have decreased by 0.99% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,727 to $1,709.

What's the typical rent budget in Syracuse, NY?

The largest share of rentals in Syracuse, NY (42%) fall between $1,001-$1,500 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Syracuse, NY?

34,821 or 59% of the households in Syracuse, NY are renter-occupied while 24,465 or 41% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Syracuse?

Eastwood $1,003/month

North Valley $1,089/month

Salt Springs $1,192/month

All of these neighborhoods fall below the city wide average of $1,709/month.

Most expensive neighborhoods in Syracuse?

Lakefront $1,699/month

Downtown Syracuse $1,736/month

University Hill $2,801/month

These neighborhoods typically command higher rents due to location, amenities, and demand.

Average Rent in Syracuse, NY By Neighborhood

Neighborhood	Average Rent
University Hill	$2,801
Downtown Syracuse	$1,736
Lakefront	$1,699
Near Northeast Syracuse	$1,542
Outer Comstock	$1,412
South Valley	$1,284
Sedgwick	$1,200
Salt Springs	$1,192
North Valley	$1,089
Eastwood	$1,003

Syracuse | Rent Comparison by Neighborhood

Rent in Downtown Syracuse is 73% higher than in Eastwood

$1,736

Downtown Syracuse rent is 2% higher than Syracuse average

Average Rent $1,736

$1,003

Eastwood rent is 41% lower than Syracuse average

Average Rent $1,003

How Syracuse Compares to Other Cities

City	Average Rent
Syracuse	$1,709
New York City	$5,227
Manhattan	$5,524
Hudson Valley	$2,603
Brooklyn	$4,351
Queens	$4,401
Ithaca	$2,305
Albany	$1,743
Buffalo	$1,419
Poughkeepsie	$2,083
Amityville	$2,932
Auburn, NY	$1,066
Fulton, NY	$1,063

Where this data comes from

The rental statistics on this page were compiled by RentCafe.com, a nationwide apartment search website trusted by millions of renters to find apartments and houses for rent throughout the U.S.

Rent prices, trends, and apartment sizes were calculated based on data from our sister company, Yardi Matrix, an apartment market intelligence solution that covers approximately 90% of the U.S. metro area population. The data includes comprehensive information on all Syracuse apartment buildings with 50 or more units, totaling 23.5 million apartments across 181 U.S. markets.

Housing composition data was sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, using the most recently available information by tenure.