Bedroom count
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Last updated on September 13, 2026
Average rent in
Ithaca, NY
Average rent in
Last updated on September 13, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Ithaca rent stands today
Ithaca, NY rent rose 3.1% year over year, with a current median of $2,500/month. Renters today are paying $114 more per month on average than last year, with month-to-month rent essentially flat as of September 2026.
Compared to national trends
Ithaca runs roughly 1.3× the $1,900/month national median, placing it in the pricier tier for renters seeking housing in smaller metros. The market offers 243 total rentals and a modest inventory size.
Rent ranges by bedroom
Studios in Ithaca sit around $1,926/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,600/month, 2-bedrooms around $2,390/month, 3-bedrooms around $2,910/month, and 4+ bedrooms at $4,500/month. The 4+ bedroom segment commands the highest median rent.
Median rent
Median rent in Ithaca
$2,500/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Ithaca is $2,500 per month as of September 2026. This is 32% above the national average rent, or $600 more per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Ithaca
243
for rent on Zumper.com as of September 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Ithaca rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Ithaca, NY
Average rent prices in Ithaca have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Ithaca, NY
Rent prices in Ithaca vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Ithaca is $2,522, whereas a house costs $2,475. 1-bedroom apartments in Ithaca run $1,650 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,390.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,926 | No Change |  37% | |
1 bedroom | $1,600 | No Change | 6% | |
2 bedroom | $2,390 | 1% | 2% | |
3 bedroom | $2,910 | 5% | 7% | |
4 bedroom | $4,500 | 8% | 5% |
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Ithaca, NY.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $2,522 | 3% | No Change | |
Condos | $1,397 | 3% | - | |
Houses | $2,475 | 1% | No Change | |
Rooms | $3,380 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,926
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
37%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,600
Last 30 days
No Change
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$2,390
Last 30 days
1%
Last year
2%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$2,910
Last 30 days
5%
Last year
7%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$4,500
Last 30 days
8%
Last year
5%
At this time, we don't have enough active inventory for all rentals to generate data. Please check back soon to see neighborhood rent prices in Ithaca, NY.
Apartments
Average rent
$2,522
Last 30 days
3%
Condos
Average rent
$1,397
Last 30 days
3%
Houses
Average rent
$2,475
Last 30 days
1%
Rooms
Average rent
$3,380
The table above reflects average rent prices in Ithaca, NY, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Ithaca, NY compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Ithaca and Brooktondale by all bedroom counts and property types.
Ithaca
32%higher than the national median
33%higher than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Ithaca, NY is 1% lower than the median rent in Brooktondale, NY.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$2,525
17%$1,875
18%$1,400
10%$2,537
$2,130
13%$1,920
36%$1,562
3%$2,100
17%$1,700
40%$1,400
66%$1,809
9%$1,800
93%Cost of living in Ithaca, NY
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 4% higher |
| Groceries | 4% lower |
| Health | 11% higher |
| Housing | No difference |
| Transportation | 16% higher |
| Utilities | 7% higher |
Discover rentals in Ithaca, NY
1d ago
320 Hillview Pl, Ithaca, NY 14850
2–3 beds
1 bath
$625–$2,100
Apartment for rent
3d ago
310 S Aurora St, Ithaca, NY 14850
4 beds
2 baths
$675–$2,700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Ithaca
445 N Tioga St, Ithaca, NY 14850
3 beds
1 bath
$700
Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
House for rent in Ithaca
105 Valentine Pl, Ithaca, NY 14850
4 beds
2 baths
$750
House for rent
Available May 30
5d+ ago
918 Danby Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
3 beds
1 bath
$16,000
Apartment for rent
14h ago
Apartment for rent in Ithaca
325 Dryden Rd #305, Ithaca, NY 14850
5 beds
5 baths
$8,500
Apartment for rent
Available Sep 12
1d ago
201 Oak Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850
Studio–4 beds
1–4 baths
$2,800–$7,600
Apartment for rent
4d ago
126 College Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850
4–5 beds
2 baths
$6,000–$7,500
Apartment for rent
1d ago
87 Uptown Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,395–$2,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
106 S Quarry St, Ithaca, NY 14850
3–5 beds
1–2 baths
$2,700–$4,500
Apartment for rent
1d ago
324 Spencer Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
2 beds
1 bath
$1,700
Apartment for rent
1d ago
430 W State St, Ithaca, NY 14850
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,908–$5,007
Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
210 E Green St, Ithaca, NY 14850
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,809–$2,260
Apartment for rent
1d ago
106 S Quarry St, Ithaca, NY 14850
3–5 beds
1–2 baths
$2,700–$4,500
Apartment for rent
4d ago
115 James St, Ithaca, NY 14850
2 beds
1 bath
$1,950
Apartment for rent
1d ago
200 Highland Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850
2–5 beds
1–5 baths
$1,000–$5,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
87 Uptown Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,395–$2,000
Apartment for rent
1d ago
106 S Quarry St, Ithaca, NY 14850
3 beds
1 bath
$2,700
Apartment for rent
1d ago
112 Hudson St, Ithaca, NY 14850
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,075–$1,750
Price drop
Apartment for rent
3d ago
211 Linden Ave, Ithaca, NY 14850
3 beds
1 bath
$2,700–$3,300
Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Ithaca, NY
Quick answers to common questions about the Ithaca rental market.
How much is rent in Ithaca?
The average rent in Ithaca is $2,500 per month as of September 12, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Ithaca?
Average rent prices in Ithaca have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Ithaca rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Ithaca is 32% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $600 more per month.
What salary do I need to afford rent in Ithaca?
To comfortably afford rent in Ithaca, you'd need to earn approximately $100,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Ithaca?
January offers the best rental deals in Ithaca, with rents running about 11% lower than September's peak prices. Winter moves can save you money compared to the competitive fall rental season.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).