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property at 49 Chestnut St

49 Chestnut St

RensselaerNY12144

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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48 Ida St, Unit 1

48 Ida St
TroyNY12180

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Menands, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Menands Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Menands, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Valley Green in the Downtown Troy neighborhood priced from $895. Village One Apartments in the Arbor Hill neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Menands apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
The Valley GreenShared 2 Bed 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$895
Village One ApartmentsRenovated StudioStudio,1BA$1,100
Tivoli Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,190

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Menands, NY and Nearby

As of June 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Menands area is the $0.84 price per square foot The James Model at 44 James in the in the Melrose neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Menands apartment is the BIRCH Model at Stonegate Apartments starting at $2,300 with a $1.65 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Menands apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
44 JamesThe James2BR,1BA$0.84
Stonegate ApartmentsBIRCH2BR,2BA$1.65
Albany Lofts at One Broadway1BD 1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$1.56
1425 3rd Ave, Unit 2nd Floor1425 3rd Ave3BR,1BA$1.38
221 Stow Ave., Hudson Terrace2B/1B2BR,1BA$1.35
Riverhill ApartmentsLarge 2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.62
99 Pine Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.42
The Kenmore7082BR,1BA$1.59
The Valley GreenShared 2 Bed 1 Bath B1BR,1BA$1.02
150 Lark St, Unit Garden150 Lark St1BR,1BA$1.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about Menands

What type of rentals are currently available in Menands?

There are currently 260 Apartments for Rent in Menands, NY with pricing that ranges from $895 to $3,100. There are also 61 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Menands ranging from $550 to $3,995.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Menands?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Menands ranges from $550 to $3,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,443.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Menands?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Menands range from $1,500 to $3,100, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $2,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,000 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,700.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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