What is the average apartment size in Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse, NY?

The average size for a Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse, NY apartment is 1,020 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 Downtown Syracuse?

As of Jan / 2026, the average rent in Downtown Syracuse is $1,736 per month, a 0.69% increase from last years average of $1,724.

How much does rent cost by apartment size in Downtown Syracuse?

In Downtown Syracuse, studios rent for $1,185 per month, one-bedroom units average $1,611 per month, two-bedrooms cost around $1,855 per month, and three-bedroom apartments rent for about $2,374 per month

What is the average apartment size in Downtown Syracuse?

The typical apartment in Downtown Syracuse offers about 1,020 sq. ft. square feet of living space, though actual sizes vary depending on layout and amenities.

How large are apartments by bedroom count in Downtown Syracuse?

Studio apartments in Downtown Syracuse average 560 sq. ft., one-bedrooms offer 856 sq. ft., two-bedrooms are about 1,168 sq. ft., and three-bedroom apartments average 1,640 sq. ft.

Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse, NY Rental Market Trends

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

The typical rent budget in Downtown Syracuse ranges from $1,501 to $2,000 per month, with 33% of rentals in this range.

Q: Do most people rent or own in Downtown Syracuse?

In Downtown Syracuse, 91% of households rent while 9% own their homes, based on the latest U.S. Census data.

Last updated: February 23, 2026 | Source: RentCafe Market Analysis, Yardi Matrix, U.S. Census Bureau

Highlights

The average rent for an apartment in Downtown Syracuse is $1,736, a 0.69% increase compared to the previous year, when the average rent was $1,724.

Studio Apartments at $1,185 offer the most budget-friendly option with 560 square feet, ideal for single renters prioritizing location over space.

One-bedroom apartments provide 856 square feet for $1,611, balancing privacy and affordability.

Two-beedroom units at $1,855 offer 1,168 square feet, perfect for roommates or small families.

Three-bedroom apartments deliver maximum space (1,640 sq ft) for $2,374, suitable for larger households.

Average rent in Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse, NY

Last updated: February 23, 2026

	Average Rent	Average Apartment Size
All Rentals	$1,736	1,020 sq. ft.
Studio	$1,185	560 sq. ft.
1 Bed	$1,611	856 sq. ft.
2 Beds	$1,855	1,168 sq. ft.
3 Beds	$2,374	1,640 sq. ft.

Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse, NY rent trends

Rental prices in Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse, NY have increased by 0.69% over the past year. The average rent moved from $1,724 to $1,736.

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

The largest share of rentals in Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse, NY (33%) fall between $1,501-$2,000 per month. This suggests that most people succesfully find suitable apartments within this price.

Do most people rent or own in Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse, NY?

1,392 or 91% of the households in Downtown Syracuse, Syracuse, NY are renter-occupied while 139 or 9% are owner-occupied.

Most affordable neighborhoods in Downtown 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 Downtown 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 the same as Syracuse average

Average Rent $1,736

$1,003

Eastwood rent is 42% lower than Syracuse average

Average Rent $1,003

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 Downtown 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.