
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Dresden, NY from $400 (47 Rentals)
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The Overlook at West Hill

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40 E Genesee St

3636 Church Hill Rd

78 Genesee St
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211 Prospect St

213 Prospect St

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17 Mann St
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14 Elm St

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Dresden, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Dresden?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dresden Studio Apartments | $1,974 | $900 | $3,851 |
| Dresden 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,032 | $400 | $4,381 |
| Dresden 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,365 | $875 | $6,402 |
| Dresden 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,253 | $938 | $4,925 |
| Dresden 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,929 | $1,435 | $2,200 |
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Cheapest Available Dresden Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Dresden, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at St Marks Terrace Dundee priced from $400. Montour Family Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $785. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Dresden apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Marks Terrace Dundee | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $400 |
| Montour Family Apartments | 1 bedroom 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $785 |
| West Village Apartments | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,041 |
| North Wood Apartments | The Spruce | 1BR,1BA | $1,145 |
| Camelot Square Apartments | 2 BR 1 Bth (Heat, Internet & TV App Incl. | 2BR,1BA | $1,148 |
| Northside Apartments | 2bedroom 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Spring Meadows | 2bd Ranch | 2BR,1BA | $1,225 |
| Sheridan Park Apartments | H2bdrm | 2BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Village Solars | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,354 |
| Lansing West Apartments | The Otisco | 1BR,1BA | $1,356 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dresden, NY and Nearby
As of April 06, 2026 the best value apartment in the Dresden area is the $1.35 price per square foot 3 Bedroom Townhome- WAITLIST AD Model at Parkside Townhomes in the in the Victor Farmington neighborhood starting from $2,064. The second greatest value Dresden apartment is the 3 Bedroom Townhome Model at Hathaway Meadows starting at $2,375 with a $1.70 price per square foot in the Victor Farmington neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dresden apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkside Townhomes | 3 Bedroom Townhome- WAITLIST AD | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.35 |
| Hathaway Meadows | 3 Bedroom Townhome | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.70 |
| Spring Meadows | 2bd Ranch | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| West Village Apartments | 3 Beds, 1 bath | 3BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| Triphammer Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.66 |
| Camelot Square Apartments | 2 BR/1 Bth split level Incl.HEAT | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.58 |
| Northside Apartments | 2bedroom 1bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.41 |
| Sheridan Park Apartments | H2bdrm | 2BR,1BA | $1.57 |
| Montour Family Apartments | 1 bedroom 1bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| St Marks Terrace Dundee | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dresden Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Dresden?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Dresden is at Village Solars listed at $1,354.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dresden Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dresden Apartment is $400 at St Marks Terrace Dundee.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dresden Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dresden is starting from $1,041 at West Village Apartments.
What is the most affordable Dresden Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Dresden Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Montour Family Apartments and starts from $1,125.
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