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Highlights

  • Washer and dryer
  • Off-street parking
  • Eat-in kitchen

Location

8 Sands St, Cortland, NY 13045, USA
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Management

Ithacor

Leasing office

(607) 753-0025

Property Overview

8 Sands St is rated highly with an overall Zumper rating of 7 out of 10, emphasizing its appeal to renters. The property excels in amenities and location, both scoring 9 out of 10, offering a great standard of living and convenient access to essential services and schools, the nearest of which is just 0.31 miles away. Additionally, a trustworthiness rating of 7 out of 10 reflects the property’s commitment to transparency and quality management.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

7.0
Very Good
8 Sands St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath$3,100 /mo1 unit availableThis spacious 2-bedroom student housing unit is available for the 2026-2027 school year. (8/15/2026-5/31/2027) This lower unit features an eat-in kitchen, mudroom, washer and dryer and off-street parking. Conveniently located, this property is less than one (1) mile to the SUNY Cortland Campus. Rent is $3,100.00 per semester per tenant and includes gas, electric, water/sewer, cable, internet, lawn care and snow removal. A $500 security deposit PER TENANT is required at lease signing. Contact us to schedule a tour!

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Amenities for 8 Sands St

Appliances

In-Unit LaundryRange
RefrigeratorWasher and Dryer

Tech

Stove/Refrigerator
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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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About 8 Sands St

HomeApartments in Cortland 8 Sands St

This spacious 2-bedroom student housing unit is available for the 2026-2027 school year. (8/15/2026-5/31/2027) This lower unit features an eat-in kitchen, mudroom, washer and dryer and off-street parking. Conveniently located, this property is less than one (1) mile to the SUNY Cortland Campus. Rent is $3,100.00 per semester per tenant and includes gas, electric, water/sewer, cable, internet, lawn care and snow removal. A $500 security deposit PER TENANT is required at lease signing. Contact us to schedule a tour!


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.
7.0
/10
Very Good
8 Sands St is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Price, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
How we rated 8 Sands St
Price·5A 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.
Monthly rent at 8 Sands St is significantly more expensive than other properties in local neighborhoods. Because of the risk associated with the significant cost difference, this building received a 5/10. Some might think the increased cost is justified by the amenities, but it's worth taking a thorough look for yourself and deciding if any premium benefits are worth the extra expense.
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.
8 Sands St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including stove/refrigerator. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 8 Sands St 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.
8 Sands St 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 8 Sands St 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.
8 Sands St 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 8 Sands St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 2 miles away

Considerations

Priced higher than average
2-bedrooms are $1850 more than the median rent in this area

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Rent trends in Cortland

2-bedroom apartments at 8 Sands St cost about 158% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Cortland.

Median rents as of Jan 25 2025.
Cortland
A table of studio rental data trends in Cortland
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$3,895
March 2024$3,895
April 2024$3,895
May 2024$3,800
June 2024$3,857
July 2024$3,895
August 2024$3,990
September 2024$3,942
October 2024$3,895
November 2024$3,895
December 2024$3,895
January 2025$3,823

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$124,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $124,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $3,100.
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Schools near 8 Sands St

Franklyn S. Barry School

20 raymond ave

cortland, NY, 13045

K-2Public
C+

Tompkins-Seneca-Tioga Boces

555 warren rd

ithaca, NY, 14850

1-12Public
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Getting around Cortland near 8 Sands St

Walking

4/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

9/10
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

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 8 Sands St, Cortland

Groceries

3/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

Explore the area around 8 Sands St

CP Foods Specialty Market
34 Owego Street
CP Wholesale Foodservice Distributor
34 Owego St
Grand Union
3932 State Route 281
Save-A-Lot
1111 State Route 222
The Local Food Market
37 N Main St

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