Cheap Apartments for Rent in Cohoes, NY from $400 (62 Rentals)

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Mosaic Village
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mosaic Village

55 Sargent StCohoes, NY 12047
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The Delaware
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Delaware

70 Deleware AveCohoes, NY 12047
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Remsen Lofts
1 Bedroom Apartments

Remsen Lofts

122 Remsen StCohoes, NY 12047

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266 8th St, Unit 3
$1,090
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266 8th St, Unit 3

266 8th StTroy, NY 12180
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$1,280 - $1,350

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3132 6th Ave

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$1,280 - $1,350

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3134 6th Ave

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property at 162 River St

$1,300

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164 River St, Unit 1
$1,300
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164 River St, Unit 1

164 River StTroy, NY 12180
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159 River St, Unit 166B
$1,300
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159 River St, Unit 166B

159 River StTroy, NY 12180
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Cheapest Available Cohoes Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Cohoes, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Delaware priced from $895. Parkside Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $990. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Cohoes apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The DelawareOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$895
Parkside ApartmentsAffordable One Bedroom1BR,1BA$990
Parkline Apartments305 W1BR,1BA$1,095
The FultonStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,175
Diamond Rock Terrace Senior Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,175
Highland Club Apartments1 Bedroom, 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,241

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Cohoes, NY

As of June 14, 2026 the best value apartment in the Cohoes area is the $1.06 price per square foot Truro Model at Shelter Cove in the starting from $2,335. The second greatest value Cohoes apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at 175 Troy Schenectady Road starting at $2,225 with a $1.09 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Cohoes apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Shelter CoveTruro2BR,2BA$1.06
175 Troy Schenectady Road2BR/2.0BA2BR,2BA$1.09
538 7th Ave, Unit 2538 7th Ave3BR,1BA$0.80
160 River St, Unit 160160 River St2BR,1BA$1.03
3229 7th Ave, Unit 2 Second Floor Apartment3229 7th Ave4BR,1BA$1.02
3227 7th Ave, Unit Apartment 1 (First Floor)3227 7th Ave3BR,1BA$1.02
126 4th St, Unit 1126 4th St1BR,1BA$0.58
159 River St, Unit 166B159 River StStudio ,1BA$1.06
196 Main St (unit 1)196 Main St (unit 1)2BR,1BA$1.15
182 River St, Unit 166 River St apt C182 River St2BR,1BA$1.13

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Cohoes Overview

Are you thinking about moving to the Northeast? If so, you may be looking for apartments in Cohoes, New York. There are plenty of Cohoes apartments available, but you need to think carefully about where you are going to live. If you are considering moving to the local area, you need to learn more about what this city has to offer. Then, make sure you rely on a local expert with the right knowledge to help you find your next home.á

Why live in Cohoes, NY?

There are numerous reasons why so many people decide to live in the Cohoes area. First, the cost of living in the local area is significantly lower than it is in Albany. Money goes significantly further in Cohoes. Second, the people who live in the area are very friendly. Everyone is welcoming to residents and visitors alike. Finally, there are lots of great jobs in the local area as well. It is entirely possible to live in Cohoes and make the 10 miles commute to Albany for work. If you are looking for a beautiful place to live and raise a family, then you may want to consider living in Cohoes.á

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Cohoes Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Cohoes?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Cohoes is at The Fulton listed at $1,175.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Cohoes Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Cohoes Apartment is $895 at The Delaware.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Cohoes Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Cohoes is starting from $1,275 at Diamond Rock Terrace Senior Apartments.

What is the most affordable Cohoes Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Cohoes Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Columbia Apartments and starts from $2,089.

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