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Highlights
- Private balcony
- Updated finishes
- New kitchen
Location
170 Polk St, Syracuse, NY 13224, USA|Eastside
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Property Overview
170 Polk Street offers strong overall value with an 8.5/10 expert rating, standout price, amenities, and location scores, and a trustworthiness rating that suggests a clear, detailed listing. It also features a private balcony, updated finishes, and a new kitchen, making it a compelling option for renters looking for modern comfort and convenience.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Outdoor space
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | $1,350 /mo | 1 unit available | 170 Polk Street in Syracuse, NY offers a nicely updated two-bedroom, one-bath apartment featuring a new kitchen and new carpet throughout the living areas and bedrooms. Enjoy outdoor access from the private balcony off the main living space, providing a spot for fresh air and a small seating area. The layout combines updated finishes with practical living space, making this unit a straightforward, comfortable choice in a convenient Syracuse location. |
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Amenities for 170 Polk Street
Apartment Amenities
| Balcony | Carpet |
| New Carpet | New Kitchen |
| Trash | Water |
Appliances
| Range | Refrigerator |
| Stove |
Building
| Sewer |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Dog Policy
Not allowed
Cat Policy
Not allowed
No pets allowed.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 6 |
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About 170 Polk Street
170 Polk Street in Syracuse, NY offers a nicely updated two-bedroom, one-bath apartment featuring a new kitchen and new carpet throughout the living areas and bedrooms. Enjoy outdoor access from the private balcony off the main living space, providing a spot for fresh air and a small seating area. The layout combines updated finishes with practical living space, making this unit a straightforward, comfortable choice in a convenient Syracuse location.
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 170 Polk Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 170 Polk Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
170 Polk Street offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
170 Polk Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including sewer. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 170 Polk Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
170 Polk Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 170 Polk Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
170 Polk Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 170 Polk Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Outdoor space
- Easy access to the outdoors
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
- No laundry facilities available
- This property doesn't offer on-site or in-unit washers and dryers
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Rent trends in Eastside
2-bedroom apartments at 170 Polk Street cost about 8% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Eastside.
Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Eastside
Syracuse
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,231 |
| November 2024 | $1,100 |
| December 2024 | $950 |
| January 2025 | $983 |
| February 2025 | $968 |
| March 2025 | $1,082 |
| April 2025 | $1,090 |
| May 2025 | $1,052 |
| June 2025 | $1,081 |
| July 2025 | $1,029 |
| August 2025 | $1,000 |
| September 2025 | $960 |
| October 2025 | $999 |
| November 2025 | $1,099 |
| December 2025 | $1,118 |
| January 2026 | $1,103 |
| February 2026 | $1,085 |
| March 2026 | $981 |
| April 2026 | $999 |
| May 2026 | $1,019 |
| June 2026 | $1,100 |
| July 2026 | $1,100 |
| August 2026 | $1,100 |
| September 2026 | $1,100 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $960 |
| November 2024 | $908 |
| December 2024 | $921 |
| January 2025 | $975 |
| March 2025 | $1,160 |
| April 2025 | $1,150 |
| May 2025 | $1,145 |
| June 2025 | $1,125 |
| July 2025 | $1,120 |
| August 2025 | $1,100 |
| September 2025 | $1,100 |
| October 2025 | $1,100 |
| November 2025 | $1,100 |
| December 2025 | $1,118 |
| January 2026 | $1,125 |
| February 2026 | $1,103 |
| March 2026 | $1,100 |
| April 2026 | $1,024 |
| May 2026 | $1,019 |
| June 2026 | $1,100 |
| July 2026 | $1,100 |
| August 2026 | $1,110 |
| September 2026 | $1,117 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 170 Polk St?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$54,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $54,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,350.
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Schools near 170 Polk Street
Hurlbut W. Smith School
1130 salt springs rd
syracuse, NY, 13224
PK, K-8Public
C-
Lyncourt School
2707-2709 court st
syracuse, NY, 13208
PK, K-8Public
C+
Steam at Dr King Elementary School
416 e raynor ave
syracuse, NY, 13202
PK, K-5Public
C-
Syracuse Latin School
345 jamesville ave
syracuse, NY, 13210
PK, K-8Public
B-
Onondaga-Cortland-Madison Boces
6820 thompson rd
syracuse, NY, 13211
K-12Public
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Neighborhood
Eastside | Syracuse, NY
Getting around Syracuse near 170 Polk St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 170 Polk St, Syracuse
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk
High schools
1/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Some bars within walking distance
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