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Highlights

  • Balconies
  • Spacious floor plans
  • Ample closet space
  • On-site maintenance
  • On-site management
  • Well maintained building

Location

50 Presidential Plz, Syracuse, NY 13202, USA|Downtown Syracuse
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Management

Jefferson Tower, LLC

Leasing office

(315) 422-2644

Property Overview

Jefferson Tower offers a strong overall renter experience, with a 9.3 Zumper expert rating, excellent scores for price, amenities, location, and quality, plus notable features like balconies, spacious floor plans, ample closet space, on-site maintenance, and on-site management. It also stands out for work-from-home, fitness and wellness, sustainability, and social life, with utilities included, internet options, nearby parks, walking access, public transit, and many restaurants and entertainment venues.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

9.3
Excellent
Jefferson Tower is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Wellness
  • Social life
  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

Jefferson Tower Furnished 2 Bedroom2 bed1 bath1,300 sqft$2,060 /mo1 unit available

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Amenities for Jefferson Tower

Apartment Amenities

Air ConditioningBalcony
Central HeatFurnished
HeatingPatio
TrashWater

Appliances

DishwasherElectric
Garbage DisposalRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

ATM OnsiteBike Storage
Business CenterCommunity Room
Controlled AccessFitness Center
Fitness Center OnsiteOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Green SpaceStorage
Surface Lot Parking

Services

24 Hour Emergency MaintenanceOn-Site Management
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About Jefferson Tower

HomeApartments in SyracuseDowntown Syracuse Jefferson Tower

Located in downtown Syracuse, Jefferson Tower is a mixed-use high-rise apartment building. Residents are within walking distance to Syracuse University and SUNY Upstate. All apartments feature spacious floor plans with ample closet space and balconies. Jefferson Tower is an exceptionally well maintained building with on-site management, maintenance, and security staff.


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.
9.3
/10
Excellent
Jefferson Tower is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated Jefferson Tower
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.
Jefferson Tower 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·10A 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.
Jefferson Tower stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—furnished rental—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Jefferson Tower 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·9A 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.
Jefferson Tower has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.
Jefferson Tower 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.

Jefferson Tower is great for:

Wellness

  • On-site fitness center or gym
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • 48 parks nearby
  • Communal green spaces or garden

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 242 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Area has 48 parks and recreation options
  • 44 theaters, music venues, or sports arenas nearby

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 7 internet service provider options nearby
  • 3 coworking spaces or cafes within 1 mile

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 Jefferson Tower 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 0.2 mile away
Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Package service
More secure storage for delivery

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Rent trends in Downtown Syracuse

2-bedroom apartments at Jefferson Tower cost about 6% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Downtown Syracuse.

Median rents as of Jul 25 2026.
Downtown Syracuse
Syracuse
A table of studio rental data trends in Syracuse
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,218
September 2024$1,225
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Syracuse
MonthMedian Rent
July 2026$1,358

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$82,400/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $82,400 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,060.
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Schools near Jefferson Tower

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-

Lyncourt School

2707-2709 court st

syracuse, NY, 13208

PK, K-8Public
C+

Onondaga-Cortland-Madison Boces

6820 thompson rd

syracuse, NY, 13211

K-12Public
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Getting around Syracuse near 50 Presidential Plz

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 50 Presidential Plz, Syracuse

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

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

Parks

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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