222 S Geneva St, Ithaca, NY 14850
10 bed · 3.5 bath · 1.2 mi from campus · 176 sq ft · Apartment
$595/mo
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Off-campus housing for freshmen near Ithaca College
Explore freshmen housing near Ithaca College in Ithaca, NY. This guide highlights live listings, rent trends, and student-focused insights for first-year students.
Average rent
$962/mo
Walk score
95/100
Listings
24
Avg commute
~23 min
Student budget fit
Typical all-in monthly costs near Ithaca College land around ~$3,460/mo estimated when sharing a 2BR. Use the budget calculator and roommate tools before signing — headline rent is only part of the story.
Safety insights
Treat safety like a student-life decision, not just rent: tour at night, confirm lighting and access control, and compare blocks instead of entire ZIP codes. Areas listed on this hub are ranked for student-friendly walkability and residential stability.
Transportation for students
Transit convenience near Ithaca, NY scores about 85/100 in our model. Undergrads often bike for short trips; graduate students more often mix transit + parking depending on program location.
Best areas for students
Students targeting freshmen housing often start in Ithaca Heights and Near North before expanding search radius.
Popular apartment communities
Inventory near Ithaca College includes mix of small complexes and shared houses. Compare 24 active listings filtered for freshmen housing.
Rent trends
Studio trend
$2,200/mo avg
1 bedroom trend
$2,700/mo avg
2 bedroom trend
$3,750/mo avg
This topic avg
$962/mo
Housing match score
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89/100
Relative to campus median rents
Safety
81/100
Walkability and residential stability
Convenience
80/100
Commute and daily errands
Nightlife
98/100
Social scene proximity
Transportation
71/100
Transit and bike access
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119-121 Prospect St, Ithaca, NY 14850
3 bed · 1 bath · 1.2 mi from campus · 1,200 sq ft · Apartment
$650/mo
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572 Warren Rd, Ithaca, NY 14850
1 bed · 1 bath · 4.2 mi from campus · 3,096 sq ft · Single Family
$775/mo
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106-112 S Quarry-108 St, Rm 1, Ithaca, NY 14850
5 bed · 2 bath · 1.4 mi from campus · Apartment
$850/mo
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106-112 S Quarry-108 St, Rm 3, Ithaca, NY 14850
5 bed · 2 bath · 1.4 mi from campus · Apartment
$850/mo
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Frequently asked questions
How much does freshmen housing cost near Ithaca College?
Filtered listings average about $962/month. Campus-wide averages run $2,700 for 1BR and $3,750 for 2BR.
Is freshmen housing good for first-year students?
International students should prioritize transit access, furnished options, and clear utility rules. Many arrivals time housing to orientation week — start early if you need guarantor or proof-of-funds paperwork.…
When should Ithaca College students start searching?
Peak demand hits before fall term and again in early summer. For Ithaca College, starting 90 days early improves unit quality and roommate choice.
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