Live in a Historic Jailhouse Apartment 2BR + Bonus Room in the Heart of Owego!
Step into history with this one-of-a-kind 2-bedroom apartment (plus bonus room) located in the beautifully renovated 1911 County Jail, which once housed inmates for over 80 years. Attached to the former Sheriff's House, this striking building has been thoughtfully transformed into "The Jail House Apartments", offering a rare blend of historic charm and modern convenience.
Originally converted into a theme restaurant and residential space in 2001, this second-floor unit features preserved elements from the original jail including an original jail cell maintained in its historic condition, slate flooring, and iron bars incorporated into the design.
Apartment Features:
2 Bedrooms + Bonus Room great for office, guest room, or creative space
Open-concept living with large windows and plenty of natural light
Kitchen with bar seating, stainless steel appliances, and modern finishes
1.5 Bathrooms full bath + convenient half bath
In-unit washer and dryer
1,235 sq ft of spacious living
Original architectural elements including slate floors and historic cell details
One (1) reserved onsite parking spot
Additional storage in lower level
Located in the vibrant village of Owego, NY once named "The Coolest Small Town in America" by Budget Travel Magazine you're steps away from downtown shops, dining, and the scenic Susquehanna River.
Pet Policy:
Small pets allowed with landlord approval
$50/month pet fee per pet
This apartment is ideal for anyone who appreciates unique architecture, historic charm, and a truly memorable living space.
Virtual tour upon request.
Tenant pays for electric. Landlord pays for water, sewage and garbage pick up.
Rental application fee is $20.00 (credit report) per applicant, if applying directly through Nelson Properties LLC.
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$1,425/mo
176 Main St #7, Owego, NY 13827
2beds
1,235sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges.
Apartment
Available Thu Dec 4 2025
Cats, small dogs OK
Central air
In unit laundry
-- Parking
-- Heating
What's special
Modern finishesPlenty of natural lightIn-unit washer and dryerStainless steel appliancesOriginal architectural elementsLarge windowsKitchen with bar seating
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 1,235 sqft
Property
Parking
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: Electric Vehicle Charging Station, Electricity not included in rent, Garbage included in rent, Sewage included in rent, Water included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Garbage, Sewage, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: Yes
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Owego
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
Date | Event | Price |
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9/17/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,425+10%$1/sqft |
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11/24/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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10/30/2023 | Price change | $1,295-3.7%$1/sqft |
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9/18/2023 | Price change | $1,345-10%$1/sqft |
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8/16/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,495+36.5%$1/sqft |
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