Renting · Section 8
Data from November 2026
Renting in Onondaga County, New York
Onondaga County has a HUD fair market rent of $1,493 a month for 2 bedrooms (Fiscal year 2027). Renter households here pay a typical rent of $1,108 a month (Average 2020–2024). Paying the fair market rent without going over 30% of income takes $28.71 an hour, full time.
Four numbers to start with
- Fair market rent, 2 bedrooms
- $1,493
- a month, HUD, Fiscal year 2027
- 38% less than in New York
- Typical rent
- $1,108
- a month, Census, Average 2020–2024
- 32% less than in New York
- Wage needed
- $28.71
- an hour, 2 bedrooms
- Or $59,720 a year, to spend no more than 30% of income on rent.
- Rent-burdened households
- 50%
- spend 30% or more of income on rent
- 3% less than in New York
Only here
Renting in Onondaga County: what sets it apart
What this place has that others do not, from public data, most unusual first.
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Nearby, in Madison County, the typical rent is $928: 16% less than in Onondaga County ($1,108).
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Average 2020–2024).
Fair market rent
What HUD sets for each size
Every year HUD (the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development) publishes a Fair Market Rent (FMR) for each home size in Onondaga County. It is used to work out how much a Section 8 voucher covers. The table shows what you need to earn to pay it without spending more than 30% of income.
The fair market rent covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone. HUD generally sets it at the 40th percentile: 4 in 10 standard-quality homes rented recently cost less. 24 CFR §888.113(a)
According to Zillow (ZORI), the typical asking rent in Onondaga County was $1,673 a month in September 2026: 3% more than 12 months ago. It is an index of market listings, not a HUD limit. Zillow data
| Size | Fair rent per month | Hourly wage | Income needed per year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,050 | $20.19 | $42,000 |
| 1 bedroom | $1,196 | $23.00 | $47,840 |
| 2 bedrooms | $1,493 | $28.71 | $59,720 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,808 | $34.77 | $72,320 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,962 | $37.73 | $78,480 |
HUD area: Syracuse, NY MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2027
By ZIP code
The fair market rent for your ZIP code
HUD also publishes fair market rents by ZIP code (Small Area FMRs) for 50 ZIP codes in Onondaga County (Fiscal year 2027). Type yours to see it.
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,260 in 13063 to $2,180 in 13120. 33 ZIP codes are above the county's fair market rent ($1,493).
Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses. 24 CFR §982.503(a)(1)
| 13020 | Syracuse, NY | $1,140 | $1,280 | $1,600 | $1,950 | $2,160 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13027 | Cayuga County, NY | $1,270 | $1,440 | $1,800 | $2,180 | $2,370 |
| 13027 | Syracuse, NY | $1,270 | $1,440 | $1,800 | $2,180 | $2,370 |
| 13029 | Syracuse, NY | $1,020 | $1,160 | $1,450 | $1,760 | $1,910 |
| 13031 | Syracuse, NY | $1,280 | $1,460 | $1,820 | $2,200 | $2,390 |
| 13039 | Syracuse, NY | $1,080 | $1,230 | $1,540 | $1,870 | $2,020 |
| 13041 | Syracuse, NY | $1,410 | $1,610 | $2,010 | $2,430 | $2,640 |
| 13051 | Syracuse, NY | $1,100 | $1,250 | $1,570 | $1,900 | $2,060 |
| 13057 | Syracuse, NY | $980 | $1,120 | $1,400 | $1,700 | $1,840 |
| 13060 | Cayuga County, NY | $960 | $1,090 | $1,360 | $1,650 | $1,790 |
| 13060 | Syracuse, NY | $960 | $1,090 | $1,360 | $1,650 | $1,790 |
| 13063 | Syracuse, NY | $900 | $1,020 | $1,260 | $1,530 | $1,670 |
| 13066 | Syracuse, NY | $1,150 | $1,310 | $1,630 | $1,970 | $2,140 |
| 13078 | Syracuse, NY | $1,240 | $1,420 | $1,770 | $2,140 | $2,330 |
| 13080 | Cayuga County, NY | $900 | $1,020 | $1,260 | $1,530 | $1,670 |
| 13080 | Syracuse, NY | $900 | $1,020 | $1,260 | $1,530 | $1,670 |
| 13084 | Syracuse, NY | $1,250 | $1,430 | $1,780 | $2,160 | $2,340 |
| 13088 | Syracuse, NY | $1,080 | $1,230 | $1,530 | $1,850 | $2,010 |
| 13090 | Syracuse, NY | $1,270 | $1,450 | $1,810 | $2,190 | $2,380 |
| 13104 | Syracuse, NY | $1,050 | $1,200 | $1,500 | $1,820 | $1,970 |
| 13108 | Syracuse, NY | $1,050 | $1,200 | $1,500 | $1,820 | $1,970 |
| 13110 | Syracuse, NY | $1,030 | $1,180 | $1,470 | $1,780 | $1,930 |
| 13112 | Syracuse, NY | $1,090 | $1,240 | $1,550 | $1,880 | $2,040 |
| 13116 | Syracuse, NY | $1,030 | $1,180 | $1,470 | $1,780 | $1,930 |
| 13119 | Syracuse, NY | $1,080 | $1,230 | $1,530 | $1,850 | $2,010 |
| 13120 | Syracuse, NY | $1,530 | $1,750 | $2,180 | $2,640 | $2,870 |
| 13138 | Syracuse, NY | $1,090 | $1,250 | $1,560 | $1,880 | $2,050 |
| 13152 | Cayuga County, NY | $1,360 | $1,550 | $1,930 | $2,340 | $2,550 |
| 13152 | Syracuse, NY | $1,360 | $1,550 | $1,930 | $2,340 | $2,550 |
| 13153 | Syracuse, NY | $1,120 | $1,240 | $1,540 | $1,900 | $2,090 |
| 13159 | Cortland County, NY | $1,120 | $1,260 | $1,580 | $1,920 | $2,130 |
| 13159 | Syracuse, NY | $1,120 | $1,260 | $1,580 | $1,920 | $2,130 |
| 13164 | Syracuse, NY | $1,080 | $1,230 | $1,530 | $1,850 | $2,010 |
| 13202 | Syracuse, NY | $1,220 | $1,390 | $1,730 | $2,100 | $2,270 |
| 13203 | Syracuse, NY | $1,000 | $1,140 | $1,420 | $1,720 | $1,870 |
| 13204 | Syracuse, NY | $990 | $1,130 | $1,410 | $1,710 | $1,850 |
| 13205 | Syracuse, NY | $940 | $1,070 | $1,340 | $1,620 | $1,760 |
| 13206 | Syracuse, NY | $930 | $1,060 | $1,320 | $1,600 | $1,730 |
| 13207 | Syracuse, NY | $1,100 | $1,260 | $1,570 | $1,900 | $2,060 |
| 13208 | Syracuse, NY | $1,000 | $1,140 | $1,420 | $1,720 | $1,870 |
| 13209 | Syracuse, NY | $980 | $1,110 | $1,390 | $1,680 | $1,830 |
| 13210 | Syracuse, NY | $1,110 | $1,270 | $1,580 | $1,910 | $2,080 |
| 13211 | Syracuse, NY | $1,130 | $1,290 | $1,610 | $1,950 | $2,120 |
| 13212 | Syracuse, NY | $1,050 | $1,200 | $1,500 | $1,820 | $1,970 |
| 13214 | Syracuse, NY | $1,050 | $1,190 | $1,490 | $1,800 | $1,960 |
| 13215 | Syracuse, NY | $1,200 | $1,360 | $1,700 | $2,060 | $2,230 |
| 13219 | Syracuse, NY | $1,060 | $1,210 | $1,510 | $1,830 | $1,980 |
| 13224 | Syracuse, NY | $1,020 | $1,160 | $1,450 | $1,760 | $1,910 |
| 13244 | Syracuse, NY | $1,110 | $1,270 | $1,580 | $1,910 | $2,080 |
| 13290 | Syracuse, NY | $1,080 | $1,230 | $1,530 | $1,850 | $2,010 |
- 13020 · Syracuse, NY $1,600$1,950
- 13027 · Cayuga County, NY $1,800$2,180
- 13027 · Syracuse, NY $1,800$2,180
- 13029 · Syracuse, NY $1,450$1,760
- 13031 · Syracuse, NY $1,820$2,200
- 13039 · Syracuse, NY $1,540$1,870
- 13041 · Syracuse, NY $2,010$2,430
- 13051 · Syracuse, NY $1,570$1,900
- 13057 · Syracuse, NY $1,400$1,700
- 13060 · Cayuga County, NY $1,360$1,650
- 13060 · Syracuse, NY $1,360$1,650
- 13063 · Syracuse, NY $1,260$1,530
- 13066 · Syracuse, NY $1,630$1,970
- 13078 · Syracuse, NY $1,770$2,140
- 13080 · Cayuga County, NY $1,260$1,530
- 13080 · Syracuse, NY $1,260$1,530
- 13084 · Syracuse, NY $1,780$2,160
- 13088 · Syracuse, NY $1,530$1,850
- 13090 · Syracuse, NY $1,810$2,190
- 13104 · Syracuse, NY $1,500$1,820
- 13108 · Syracuse, NY $1,500$1,820
- 13110 · Syracuse, NY $1,470$1,780
- 13112 · Syracuse, NY $1,550$1,880
- 13116 · Syracuse, NY $1,470$1,780
- 13119 · Syracuse, NY $1,530$1,850
- 13120 · Syracuse, NY $2,180$2,640
- 13138 · Syracuse, NY $1,560$1,880
- 13152 · Cayuga County, NY $1,930$2,340
- 13152 · Syracuse, NY $1,930$2,340
- 13153 · Syracuse, NY $1,540$1,900
- 13159 · Cortland County, NY $1,580$1,920
- 13159 · Syracuse, NY $1,580$1,920
- 13164 · Syracuse, NY $1,530$1,850
- 13202 · Syracuse, NY $1,730$2,100
- 13203 · Syracuse, NY $1,420$1,720
- 13204 · Syracuse, NY $1,410$1,710
- 13205 · Syracuse, NY $1,340$1,620
- 13206 · Syracuse, NY $1,320$1,600
- 13207 · Syracuse, NY $1,570$1,900
- 13208 · Syracuse, NY $1,420$1,720
- 13209 · Syracuse, NY $1,390$1,680
- 13210 · Syracuse, NY $1,580$1,910
- 13211 · Syracuse, NY $1,610$1,950
- 13212 · Syracuse, NY $1,500$1,820
- 13214 · Syracuse, NY $1,490$1,800
- 13215 · Syracuse, NY $1,700$2,060
- 13219 · Syracuse, NY $1,510$1,830
- 13224 · Syracuse, NY $1,450$1,760
- 13244 · Syracuse, NY $1,580$1,910
- 13290 · Syracuse, NY $1,530$1,850
Source: Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) Fiscal year 2027 Small Area Fair Market Rents (HUD) (external site)
Rent burden
How many households spend too much
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Onondaga County, 50% of renter households are in that position; in New York, 52%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).
Paying too much rent leaves little for food, transportation and savings. If that is you, the agencies below can guide you for free.
50%
of renter households spend 30% or more of their income on rent.
67,371 households rent in Onondaga County
- Spend half or more of their income 28%
- Spend 30% or more, but less than half 22%
- Spend less than 30% 50%
Compared with the state and the country
- Onondaga 50%
- New York 52%
- United States 51%
Low-income apartments
Low-income apartments in Onondaga County
HUD lists 125 properties with homes for low-income households in Onondaga County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest.
- with tax credits (LIHTC)
- 72
- HUD-assisted
- 47
- public housing
- 7
9,522 homes in all; 8,430 of them low-income, according to HUD.
- Pioneer Homes Public housing 118 Radisson Ct, Syracuse 13202 612 homes, 597 low-income · Run by Syracuse Housing Authority · Average payment: $417 a month · Average wait: 56 months · (315) 475-6181
- Brighton Towers Tax credit (LIHTC) 821 E Brighton Ave, Syracuse 13205 600 homes, 508 low-income · Studio: 149 · 1 bd: 448 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 2015
- James Geddes Public housing 338 Gifford St, Syracuse 13204 477 homes, 471 low-income · Run by Syracuse Housing Authority · Average payment: $376 a month · Average wait: 48 months · (315) 475-6181
- Parkside Commons HUD-assisted 1903 E Fayette St, Syracuse 13210 393 low-income homes · For families · (315) 475-5027
- Toomey Abbott Public housing 1207 Almond St, Syracuse 13210 308 homes, 306 low-income · Run by Syracuse Housing Authority · Average payment: $336 a month · Average wait: 25 months · (315) 475-6181
- Clinton Plaza Syracuse Tax credit (LIHTC) 550 S Clinton St, Syracuse 13202 301 low-income homes · Studio: 88 · 1 bd: 195 · 2 bd: 22 · In service since 2016
- Springfield Garden Apartments HUD-assisted 76 Caton Dr, Syracuse 13214 310 homes, 255 low-income · For families · (315) 446-6140
- Conifer Village HUD-assisted 700 Conifer Dr, Baldwinsville 13027 198 low-income homes · For older adults · (315) 635-7515
- Vinette Towers Public housing 947 Pond St, Syracuse 13208 183 low-income homes · Run by Syracuse Housing Authority · Average payment: $362 a month · Average wait: 48 months · (315) 475-6181
- Central Village Public housing 108 Albert Ter, Syracuse 13202 183 homes, 181 low-income · Run by Syracuse Housing Authority · Average payment: $597 a month · Average wait: 43 months · (315) 475-6181
- McCARTHY MANOR HUD-assisted 501 S Crouse Ave, Syracuse 13210 176 homes, 175 low-income · For older adults · (315) 475-6390
- Windsor Place Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 5607 Bear Rd, Syracuse 13212 180 homes, 164 low-income · 1 bd: 28 · 2 bd: 136 · In service since 1996 · For families
- Ross Towers Public housing 710 Lodi St, Syracuse 13203 160 low-income homes · Run by Syracuse Housing Authority · Average payment: $369 a month · Average wait: 42 months · (315) 475-6181
- Scattered Site Townhouses Public housing 322 Seymour St, Syracuse 13204 157 low-income homes · Run by Syracuse Housing Authority · Average payment: $536 a month · Average wait: 41 months · Homes at several sites · (315) 475-6181
- Candlelight Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 6 Candlelight Cir, Liverpool 13090 244 homes, 147 low-income · Studio: 2 · 1 bd: 31 · 2 bd: 114 · In service since 1996 · For families
- Brick School Terrace HUD-assisted 311 North Ave, Syracuse 13206 146 homes, 145 low-income · For older adults · (315) 463-5895
- Eastwood Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 244 Taft Ave, Syracuse 13206 134 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 64 · 3 bd: 40 · 4 bd: 18 · In service since 1999 · For families
- Syracuse Rehab V HUD-assisted 1202 South Ave, Syracuse 13207 136 homes, 125 low-income · For families · (315) 424-0210
- Villa Scalabrini Apts. HUD-assisted 825 E Willow St, Syracuse 13203 121 homes, 120 low-income · For older adults · (315) 472-3142
- Valley Vista Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 122 W Seneca Tpke, Syracuse 13205 124 homes, 118 low-income · 1 bd: 110 · 2 bd: 14 · In service since 2015
- Bennett Manor HUD-assisted 100 Bennett Manor Dr, East Syracuse 13057 108 homes, 107 low-income · For older adults · (315) 437-4864
- The Meadows-Radisson HUD-assisted 3490 Meadowbriar Ln, Baldwinsville 13027 104 low-income homes · For older adults · (315) 635-6125
- Summit Apartments HUD-assisted 301 Columbus Ave, Syracuse 13210 108 homes, 101 low-income · For families · (315) 476-1381
- Onondaga Apartments HUD-assisted 1700 W Onondaga St, Syracuse 13204 101 homes, 100 low-income · For older adults · (315) 471-8427
- Pitcher Hill Apts HUD-assisted 114 Elbow Rd, North Syracuse 13212 101 homes, 100 low-income · For older adults · (315) 454-0697
- Mercer Mills Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 800 Landrush Way, Baldwinsville 13027 80 low-income homes · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 60 · In service since 2008 · For families
- Riverknoll at Radison Tax credit (LIHTC) 3261 River Knoll Dr S, Lysander 13027 80 low-income homes · 1 bd: 8 · 2 bd: 32 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 2008 · For people with disabilities, families
- Riverknoll at Radisson III Tax credit (LIHTC) 3144 River Knoll Dr N, Lysander 13027 80 low-income homes · 1 bd: 32 · 2 bd: 40 · 3 bd: 8 · In service since 2015 · For people with disabilities, families
- Riverknoll at Radisson Phase II Tax credit (LIHTC) 3200 River Knoll Dr S, Lysander 13027 80 low-income homes · 1 bd: 16 · 2 bd: 24 · 3 bd: 40 · In service since 2012
- Woodsboro Apartments HUD-assisted 8588 Woodsboro Dr, Baldwinsville 13027 76 low-income homes · For families · (315) 635-6125
- Courtyard at James Tax credit (LIHTC) 708 James St, Syracuse 13203 73 low-income homes · 1 bd: 58 · 2 bd: 15 · In service since 2007
- Wedgewood I Tax credit (LIHTC) 7851 State Route 298, Kirkville 13082 70 low-income homes · 1 bd: 70 · In service since 1991 · For older adults
- Mount St. James Apartments HUD-assisted 245 Moore Ave, Syracuse 13210 142 homes, 69 low-income · For families · (315) 478-0731
- Wedgewood Apartments HUD-assisted 7851 State Route 298, Kirkville 13082 70 homes, 69 low-income · For older adults · (315) 633-2735
- Island Hollow Tax credit (LIHTC) 7900 Cocoa Bean Dr, Cicero 13039 94 homes, 68 low-income · 1 bd: 34 · 2 bd: 37 · 3 bd: 23 · In service since 2018
- Toll Road Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 108 Singleton Ave, North Syracuse 13212 60 low-income homes · 1 bd: 52 · 2 bd: 8 · In service since 2011 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Onondaga Lake Townhomes Tax credit (LIHTC) 159 Old Liverpool Rd, Salina 13088 59 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 35 · 3 bd: 12 · In service since 1995 · For families
- R. J. Barrett Manor HUD-assisted 4615 Southwood Heights Dr, Jamesville 13078 55 low-income homes · For older adults · (315) 469-1533
- Freedom Commons Tax credit (LIHTC) 450 Burt St, Syracuse 13202 54 low-income homes · 1 bd: 25 · 2 bd: 19 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 2019 · For people experiencing homelessness
- St. Marys Apartments HUD-assisted 100 La Madre Way, Baldwinsville 13027 53 homes, 52 low-income · For older adults · (315) 638-2003
- Ahepa 37 Apts HUD-assisted 100 Ahepa Cir, Syracuse 13215 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (315) 475-3818
- Malta House Apartments HUD-assisted 212 N Main St, North Syracuse 13212 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (315) 452-1028
- Maple Heights Tax credit (LIHTC) 118 Maple Ter, Syracuse 13210 50 low-income homes · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 9 · 3 bd: 18 · 4 bd: 17 · In service since 2009 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Redfield Village Apartments HUD-assisted 380 Salt Springs St, Fayetteville 13066 50 low-income homes · For older adults · (315) 637-8280
- Bishop Ludden Apartments HUD-assisted 817 Fay Rd, Syracuse 13219 50 homes, 49 low-income · For older adults · (315) 468-6043
- Pompei North Apartments HUD-assisted 143 Mary St, Syracuse 13208 50 homes, 49 low-income · For older adults · (315) 472-2614
- Solvay Apartments HUD-assisted 200 Russet Ln, Solvay 13209 50 homes, 49 low-income · For older adults · (315) 468-6590
- Salina Crossing 1 Tax credit (LIHTC) 900 N McBride St, Syracuse 13208 49 low-income homes · 1 bd: 27 · 2 bd: 11 · 3 bd: 6 · 4 bd: 5 · In service since 2017 · For people with disabilities, families
- Harborbrook Apartments Tax credit (LIHTC) 811 Fay Rd, Syracuse 13219 60 homes, 48 low-income · 1 bd: 60 · In service since 2018 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Colonial Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 5890 Bowman Rd, East Syracuse 13057 48 low-income homes · 1 bd: 44 · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 1998 · For older adults
- Bishop Harrison Apts HUD-assisted 300 Pond St, Syracuse 13208 48 homes, 47 low-income · For older adults · (315) 476-8630
- Fairmount Gardens HUD-assisted 4913 W Genesee St, Camillus 13031 44 homes, 43 low-income · For older adults · (315) 488-1932
- Seneca Gardens Tax credit (LIHTC) Riverdale DR, Syracuse 13207 60 homes, 42 low-income · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 40 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Spring Village Tax credit (LIHTC) 8700 Knowledge Ln, Cicero 13039 50 homes, 42 low-income · 1 bd: 48 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 2018 · For older adults, people with disabilities, people experiencing homelessness
- Sacred Heart Apts HUD-assisted 8365 Factory St, Cicero 13039 40 homes, 39 low-income · For older adults · (315) 699-1509
- Barrett Dewitt Apts HUD-assisted 1400 Kinne St, East Syracuse 13057 39 low-income homes · For older adults · (315) 434-1854
- Malta Manor HUD-assisted 107 Trolley Barn Ln, Syracuse 13212 39 low-income homes · For older adults · (315) 452-1028
- Obrien Road Apartments HUD-assisted 7170 Obrien Rd, Syracuse 13209 39 low-income homes · For older adults
- ST. Joseph Manor HUD-assisted 900 Tyson Pl, Syracuse 13206 39 low-income homes · For older adults · (315) 437-7441
- Country Club Apartments HUD-assisted 101 Village Blvd S, Baldwinsville 13027 48 homes, 38 low-income · For older adults · (315) 463-5505
- Heman Street School Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 121 E Heman St, East Syracuse 13057 37 low-income homes · 1 bd: 33 · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 2013 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Moses Dewitt Tax credit (LIHTC) · HUD-assisted 212 N Townsend St, Syracuse 13203 37 low-income homes · Studio: 5 · 1 bd: 23 · 2 bd: 9 · In service since 1995 · For older adults, families · (315) 479-8612
- Joslyn Court III + IV Tax credit (LIHTC) 1300 S Salina St, Syracuse 13202 36 low-income homes · 1 bd: 3 · 2 bd: 22 · 3 bd: 10 · In service since 2015 · For people with disabilities, people experiencing homelessness
- Tecumseh Road Senior Housing HUD-assisted 219 Tecumseh Rd, Syracuse 13224 36 low-income homes · For older adults
- Harbor Street Lofts Tax credit (LIHTC) 700 Emerson Ave, Syracuse 13204 40 homes, 35 low-income · 1 bd: 30 · 2 bd: 5 · In service since 2017 · For people with disabilities
- Byrne Manor HUD-assisted 4122 Pine Hollow Drive, Clay 13088 34 low-income homes · For older adults · (315) 424-1822
- Walter J. Ludovico Apartments HUD-assisted 340 Winton St, Syracuse 13203 33 homes, 32 low-income · For older adults · (315) 422-0475
- Eastview Gardens (minoa Senior Apts) Tax credit (LIHTC) 113 East Ave, Minoa 13116 32 low-income homes · 1 bd: 28 · 2 bd: 4 · In service since 2003 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Meadows Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1 Village View Dr, Tully 13159 32 low-income homes · 1 bd: 30 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 1994 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Boulevard Senior Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 4624 Onondaga Blvd, Syracuse 13219 30 low-income homes · 1 bd: 30 · In service since 1998 · For older adults
- Connelly Acres Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 145 Maple Dr, Camillus 13031 30 low-income homes · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 8 · 3 bd: 2 · In service since 2006 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Syracuse YMCA SR Citizen Apartments HUD-assisted 340 Montgomery St, Syracuse 13202 30 low-income homes · For older adults · (315) 474-6851
- Loguen Homes Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) Lexington Ave, Syracuse 13210 28 low-income homes · 1 bd: 2 · 2 bd: 5 · 3 bd: 16 · 4 bd: 5 · In service since 2010 · For people with disabilities, families
- Nine Mile Landing Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3 Austindale St, Marcellus 13108 28 low-income homes · 1 bd: 26 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 1994 · For older adults
- Union Free School Residential Conversion Tax credit (LIHTC) 23 1st St, Camillus 13031 27 homes, 26 low-income · Studio: 1 · 1 bd: 20 · 2 bd: 5 · In service since 1993 · For older adults
- Eaglewood East Tax credit (LIHTC) 109 W Beard Ave, Syracuse 13205 26 low-income homes · 1 bd: 12 · 2 bd: 3 · 3 bd: 8 · 4 bd: 3 · In service since 2007 · For people with disabilities, families, people experiencing homelessness
- Housing Visions Group Vii Tax credit (LIHTC) 427 S Beech St, Syracuse 13210 25 low-income homes · 1 bd: 3 · 2 bd: 1 · 3 bd: 17 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 1999 · For families
- Joslyn Court II Tax credit (LIHTC) 4320 S Salina St, Syracuse 13205 25 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 15 · 3 bd: 9 · In service since 2007 · For families, people experiencing homelessness
- Bayshore Seniors Phase 1 Tax credit (LIHTC) 9457 Chalkstone Crse, Brewerton 13029 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · For older adults
- Camillus Housing Company 1 Tax credit (LIHTC) 5554 W Genesee St, Camillus 13031 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 22 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 1996 · For older adults, people with disabilities
- Old Erie Place Phases III & IV Tax credit (LIHTC) 20 N Beaver St, Jordan 13080 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 22 · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 2002 · For older adults
- Rogers Senior Apartments HUD-assisted 5490 Miller Rd, Brewerton 13029 24 low-income homes · For older adults · (315) 676-4174
- Upper Crown Landing Tax credit (LIHTC) 24 Maple St, Marcellus 13108 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 24 · In service since 2001 · For older adults
- Wedgewood II Tax credit (LIHTC) 7851 State Route 298, Kirkville 13082 24 low-income homes · 1 bd: 23 · 2 bd: 1 · In service since 1991 · For older adults
- Lucille Manor Apartments HUD-assisted 5569 Legionnaire Dr, Cicero 13039 24 homes, 23 low-income · For older adults · (315) 698-0507
- OBrien Road Senior Apts. 2 HUD-assisted 7170 Obrien Rd, Syracuse 13209 24 homes, 23 low-income · For older adults
- St. Davids Court HUD-assisted 99 Deerfield Rd, East Syracuse 13057 24 homes, 23 low-income · For people with disabilities · (315) 434-9406
- Joslyn Court I Tax credit (LIHTC) 4344 S Salina St, Syracuse 13205 23 low-income homes · 1 bd: 2 · 2 bd: 17 · 3 bd: 3 · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1995 · For people with disabilities, families
- Riordan School Apts HUD-assisted 207 E Molloy Rd, Mattydale 13211 23 low-income homes · For older adults · (315) 455-1457
- Salina Square Tax credit (LIHTC) 2022 S Salina St, Syracuse 13205 23 low-income homes · 2 bd: 16 · 3 bd: 7 · In service since 2004 · For families
- Welch Terrace HUD-assisted 1047 E Fayette St, Syracuse 13210 23 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (315) 422-5611
- Housing Visions Group III Tax credit (LIHTC) 1502 E Genesee St, Syracuse 13210 21 low-income homes · 2 bd: 1 · 3 bd: 14 · 4 bd: 6 · In service since 1995 · For people with disabilities, families
- 700-714 W Onondaga ST Townhouses Tax credit (LIHTC) 714 W Onondaga St, Syracuse 13204 20 low-income homes · 1 bd: 3 · 2 bd: 8 · 3 bd: 9 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Beechwood Tax credit (LIHTC) 1405 E Fayette St, Syracuse 13210 20 low-income homes · 2 bd: 7 · 3 bd: 11 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 2005 · For families
- Long Manor Apts. HUD-assisted 5500 Miller Rd, Brewerton 13029 20 low-income homes · For older adults · (315) 668-9871
- Near Westsde Houses Phase II Tax credit (LIHTC) 539 Gifford St, Syracuse 13204 20 low-income homes · 3 bd: 10 · 4 bd: 10 · In service since 2010 · For people with disabilities, families
- Housing Visions Group V Tax credit (LIHTC) 471 S Beech St, Syracuse 13210 17 low-income homes · 2 bd: 4 · 3 bd: 9 · 4 bd: 4 · In service since 1998 · For people with disabilities, families
- Oswego ST Townhouses Tax credit (LIHTC) 600 Oswego St, Syracuse 13204 16 low-income homes · 2 bd: 7 · 3 bd: 9 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Housing Visions Group Ix Tax credit (LIHTC) 815 N Townsend St, Syracuse 13208 15 low-income homes · 1 bd: 2 · 2 bd: 7 · 3 bd: 5 · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 2001 · For families
- Onondaga Community Residence HUD-assisted 107 Washburn Dr, East Syracuse 13057 15 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (315) 437-1469
- Forest View at Fayette Tax credit (LIHTC) 1316 E Fayette St, Syracuse 13210 14 low-income homes · Studio: 14 · In service since 2008 · For older adults
- Near Westside Townhouses Tax credit (LIHTC) 439 Gifford St, Syracuse 13204 14 low-income homes · 2 bd: 2 · 3 bd: 7 · 4 bd: 5 · In service since 2009 · For people with disabilities, families
- West Salt Springs 1540 E Genesee ST Tax credit (LIHTC) 1540 E Genesee St, Syracuse 13210 14 low-income homes · 2 bd: 4 · 3 bd: 5 · 4 bd: 5 · In service since 1994 · For families
- Westcott Heights Tax credit (LIHTC) 205 Westcott St, Syracuse 13210 12 low-income homes · 1 bd: 6 · 2 bd: 6 · In service since 1996 · For families
- Catherine Street Redevelopment Tax credit (LIHTC) 703 Catherine St, Syracuse 13203 10 low-income homes · 2 bd: 4 · 3 bd: 6 · In service since 1996 · For families
- Riordan School Addition HUD-assisted 207 E Molloy Rd, Mattydale 13211 10 low-income homes · For older adults
- Housing Visions Group IV Tax credit (LIHTC) 617 Hickory St, Syracuse 13203 9 low-income homes · 1 bd: 2 · 2 bd: 5 · 3 bd: 1 · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1996 · For families
- Housing Visions Group Vi Tax credit (LIHTC) 701 Hickory St, Syracuse 13203 9 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 3 bd: 6 · 4 bd: 2 · In service since 1997 · For families
- Housing Visions Group Viii Tax credit (LIHTC) 463 S Beech ST, Syracuse 13210 9 low-income homes · 3 bd: 9 · In service since 2000 · For families
- White-Skipworth Residences HUD-assisted 1151 W Onondaga St, Syracuse 13204 9 homes, 8 low-income · For people with disabilities · (315) 422-4011
- 314 Hudson Street HUD-assisted 314 Hudson St, Syracuse 13207 5 low-income homes · For people with disabilities · (315) 472-8968
- 1510 E Genesee ST Tax credit (LIHTC) 1510 E Genesee St, Syracuse 13210 4 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 3 · In service since 1992 · For families
- 1603 E Genesee ST Tax credit (LIHTC) 1603 E Genesee St, Syracuse 13210 3 low-income homes · 3 bd: 3 · In service since 1992 · For families
- Klim Properties Tax credit (LIHTC) 227 Kellogg St, Syracuse 13204 3 low-income homes · 1 bd: 1 · 2 bd: 1 · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1991
- 1510,1545,1603 E Genesee; 305 Lexington Tax credit (LIHTC) 305 Lexington Ave, Syracuse 13210 2 low-income homes · 2 bd: 2 · In service since 1992 · For families
- Klim Properties Tax credit (LIHTC) 572 Oakwood Ave, Syracuse 13205 2 low-income homes · 3 bd: 1 · 4 bd: 1 · In service since 1991
- Parkside Commons Tax credit (LIHTC) 1901 E Fayette St, Syracuse 13210 393 homes · In service since 2010 · For families
- Roosevelt & Hillside Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 1532 E Genesee St, Syracuse 13210 90 homes · In service since 2013
- Prospect Hill Homes Tax credit (LIHTC) 616 N Townsend St, Syracuse 13203 50 homes · In service since 2010
- Vankeuren Square 1 Tax credit (LIHTC) 2223 E Genesee St, Syracuse 13210 50 homes · In service since 2013 · For people experiencing homelessness
- Old Erie Place Phase III Tax credit (LIHTC) 20 N Beaver St, Jordan 13080 23 homes
- Housing Visions Group III - HTF Tax credit (LIHTC) 1518 E Genesee St, Syracuse 13210 5 homes
- Centerville Court Tax credit (LIHTC) 400 Sandra Ln, North Syracuse 13212 In service since 2013 · For older adults
- Greenway Apts Tax credit (LIHTC) 3134 Burrwood Dr, Baldwinsville 13027 In service since 2011
- Homes of Syracuse Tax credit (LIHTC) 337 Oakwood Ave, Syracuse 13202 In service since 2012 · For families
One property has two programs at the same address and appears once. Search HUD's map
Source: HUD, retrieved November 6, 2026. LIHTC database, updated May 14, 2025; Assisted multifamily properties, updated October 23, 2026; Public housing developments, updated October 23, 2026.
Section 8
The Section 8 voucher in Onondaga County
The Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8) pays part of your rent on a home you choose. Your public housing agency runs it. 3 agencies serve in Onondaga County. Here is what the rules say:
The rules, with their source
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You apply at the public housing agency. If you qualify, your name usually goes on a waiting list. Applicants must be U.S. citizens or noncitizens with eligible status as HUD defines it. Source: HUD
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Generally, your family must have very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income, by family size (the middle column of the table). Source: 24 CFR §5.603, §982.201(b)
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Each year, at least 75% of the families an agency admits from its list must have extremely low income (the 30% column). Source: 24 CFR §982.201(b)(2)
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If the rent is below the payment standard, the family generally pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. If it is above, the family pays more. Source: 24 CFR §982.1(a)(3)
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When you move in, if the rent is above the payment standard, your share cannot go over 40% of your adjusted monthly income. Source: 24 CFR §982.508
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Each agency sets a payment standard for each size. Without asking HUD, it can go from 90% to 110% of the fair market rent. Source: 24 CFR §982.503(b), (c)
| People | Extremely low (30%) | Very low (50%) | Low |
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| 1 person | $22,450 | $37,400 | $59,850 |
| 2 people | $25,650 | $42,750 | $68,400 |
| 3 people | $28,850 | $48,100 | $76,950 |
| 4 people | $33,000 | $53,400 | $85,450 |
| 5 people | $38,680 | $57,700 | $92,300 |
| 6 people | $44,360 | $61,950 | $99,150 |
| 7 people | $50,040 | $66,250 | $106,000 |
| 8 people | $55,720 | $70,500 | $112,800 |
Area median income: $106,800. HUD income limits by family size, Fiscal year 2026. Area: Syracuse, NY MSA. Source: HUD, Fiscal year 2026
Possible payment standard
- Studio $945 – $1,155
- 1 bedroom $1,076 – $1,316
- 2 bedrooms $1,344 – $1,642
- 3 bedrooms $1,627 – $1,989
- 4 bedrooms $1,766 – $2,158
The range the rule allows: 90% to 110% of the county's fair market rent. Your agency publishes its own.
Housing agencies that serve this place
- Syracuse Housing Authority Public housing and Section 8 vouchers · 4,300 vouchers · 2,055 public housing units (315) 475-6181 Syracuse Housing Authority: jclifford@syrhousing.org
- Village of Manlius Section 8 vouchers · 1,334 vouchers (315) 424-1821 Village of Manlius: klyskawa@christopher-community.org
- Village of North Syracuse Housing Authority Section 8 vouchers · 287 vouchers (315) 458-7077 Village of North Syracuse Housing Authority: rweismore@vnsha.com
Housing agencies in New York Source: HUD, Retrieved November 6, 2026
Your rights as a tenant in New York
What New York law says about deposits, notices and eviction, with the citation for each rule.
See your rights, rule by ruleCompare these rules with other states →
A summary of state law, not legal advice. Cities may have additional rules.
- How much can they charge for a deposit?
- Up to 1 month of rent
- N.Y. Gen. Oblig. Law §7-108(1-a)(a)
- When must they return my deposit?
- 14 days
- N.Y. Gen. Oblig. Law §7-108(1-a)(e)
- If I fall behind on rent, what notice must I get?
- 14 days
- N.Y. Real Prop. Acts. Law §711(2)
- How much notice before a rent increase?
- 30, 60, or 90 days, depending on the case
- N.Y. Real Prop. Law §226-c(1)(a), (2)
- Only a court order can remove youN.Y. Real Prop. Acts. Law §768(1)(a)
- Protection from retaliationN.Y. Real Prop. Law §223-b(1)
- Protection related to immigration statusN.Y. Exec. Law §296(5)(a)(3)
Help
Where to get help with rent in Onondaga County
This HUD-approved agency has an office in Onondaga County. They counsel for free or at low cost.
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Home Headquarters, Inc.
625 Erie Blvd W, Syracuse · Spanish
- Mortgage delinquency and default
- Budget and financial counseling
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How much cash do you need to move in?
It starts with the 2-bedroom fair market rent in Onondaga County. Change the rent, the deposit and the fees to yours: the numbers stay in your browser.
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Your move
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Cash to move in
$2,986
What you need before you get the keys.
What adds up
- First month
- $1,493
- Security deposit
- $1,493
- Total
- $2,986
When you'll have it
Enter what you can set aside each month to see how long it takes.
What helps
- Ask for a receipt for every payment and keep a copy of the lease.
- On move-in day, walk through the home and take dated photos.
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This is a planning estimate, not a price. What you are asked for depends on the landlord, your lease and your state's and city's rules. It is not legal advice.
Frequently asked questions
What is the fair market rent in Onondaga County?
According to HUD (Fiscal year 2027): Studio: $1,050; 1 bedroom: $1,196; 2 bedrooms: $1,493; 3 bedrooms: $1,808; 4 bedrooms: $1,962. It covers rent plus basic utilities, except the phone.
How much do you need to earn to rent in Onondaga County?
Paying the 2-bedroom fair market rent ($1,493) without spending more than 30% of income takes $28.71 an hour full time, or $59,720 a year.
Who qualifies for Section 8 in Onondaga County?
Generally, families with very low income: no more than 50% of the area median income. For 4 people, HUD's limit here is $53,400 a year (Fiscal year 2026). The family usually pays 30% of its adjusted monthly income. You apply at the housing agency.
How much does Section 8 pay in Onondaga County?
The voucher pays up to your housing agency's payment standard, minus your share. The rule lets the agency set it between 90% and 110% of the fair market rent: for 2 bedrooms here, between $1,344 and $1,642 a month. Your agency publishes its figure.
Does the fair market rent change by ZIP code in Onondaga County?
For 2 bedrooms they run from $1,260 in 13063 to $2,180 in 13120. Where HUD designates these areas, or where the housing agency chooses to use them, the voucher is figured on the ZIP code's rent instead of the county's. Ask your agency which one it uses.
How many low-income apartments are there in Onondaga County?
HUD lists 125 properties with homes for low-income households in Onondaga County: tax-credit apartments (LIHTC), HUD-assisted buildings and public housing. They run from the most low-income homes to the fewest. For tax-credit apartments and HUD-assisted buildings, you apply directly at the building's management office. They tell you whether units are open and how to apply; HUD does not have that information.
How many households spend too much on rent in Onondaga County?
HUD counts rent as a burden when it reaches 30% of income or more. In Onondaga County, 50% of renter households are in that position; in New York, 52%, and nationwide, 51% (Average 2020–2024, Census).