Ithaca Apartment Renter's Guide
Ithaca Apartment Renter's Guide
Overview
Situated in the Finger Lakes region of upstate New York, Ithaca is a small town with a passion for art and supporting local business—they even have their own currency called “Ithaca Hours,” which acts like a bartering system. The city also has an amazingly overwhelming college culture and atmosphere as it is home to Ithaca College and Cornell University. This down-to-earth way of living also means that apartment rentals in Ithaca are spacious and affordable. Itching to become a part of this eclectic city? Look no further than the listings above and you’ll be settling into your new Ithaca apartment ASAP.
Ithaca covers roughly 6 square miles—not a lot of space in terms of land
Ithaca, NY
Situated in the Finger Lakes region of upstate New York, Ithaca is a small town with a passion for art and supporting local business—they even have their own currency called “Ithaca Hours,” which acts like a bartering system. The city also has an amazingly overwhelming college culture and atmosphere as it is home to Ithaca College and Cornell University. This down-to-earth way of living also means that apartment rentals in Ithaca are spacious and affordable. Itching to become a part of this eclectic city? Look no further than the listings above and you’ll be settling into your new Ithaca apartment ASAP.
Ithaca covers roughly 6 square miles—not a lot of space in terms of land. When you consider just how many apartments are available here (about 20 separate communities), it seems impossible to not find your dream apartment in Ithaca. Apartments for rent in Ithaca are as diverse as the residents, and for that reason the prices on apartment rentals run the gamut. Studios in Ithaca can rent for as low as $550 (older units), but the standard is around $835. One bedrooms range between $650-$950, and two bedrooms from $775-$1,000. In terms of what you get for your dollar, standard apartments in Ithaca will feature a laundry facility, balcony/patio, swimming pool, and playground. What you pay in rent truly depends on whether you rent an older apartment with a country setting or one of Ithaca’s luxury apartments.
Luxury apartments are one of Ithaca’s best features. Need a five bedroom, 3800 sq. ft. luxury townhome? Yeah, Ithaca can meet that need. Luxury apartments in Downtown Ithaca (Gateway Commons) offer residents accessibility to nightlife and city culture along with green living options in stellar one, two, and three bedroom apartments. It does cost a bit more to live down here (over $1,000) but the location is worth every penny. If downtown isn’t your scene, choose from the other half-dozen luxury apartments in Ithaca.
For college students, or those moving with just the simple things in life, furnished apartments in Ithaca abound. Communities like Lansing West provide fabulous amenities along with furnished apartments for rent in a quiet setting. And, if those “simple things” don’t include a car, no worries. The bus system in Ithaca is tried and true. Pet owners can breathe a sigh of relief as well, because Ithaca apartments are open to cats and dogs (with a $150 deposit and a monthly pet rent of $15 or so).
Keep in mind that with the number of college students living here, it’s important to get a jumpstart on renting your new apartment in Ithaca. For the pick of the apartment litter, begin your search as the semester wanes in early May.
People move to Ithaca for the earthy feel, the education, the natural beauty, and the quality of life. The affordable apartments just make the experience even better. So, come on and make the move! Where else can you live this well and pay in “Ithaca hours?” Ithaca or bust!