Cheap Apartments for Rent in Potsdam, NY from $789 (28 Rentals)

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4 Mechanic St, Unit 3
$1,240
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4 Mechanic St, Unit 3

4 Mechanic StPotsdam, NY 13676
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The Quarry
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Quarry

41 Elm StPotsdam, NY 13676
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49 W Main St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

49 W Main St

49 W Main StCanton, NY 13617
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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Finding the right apartment starts with three things: location, cost, and amenities. Get the insider perspective from a real estate professional on how to nail all three.

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THE TRAILS AT MALONE
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

THE TRAILS AT MALONE

166 Falling Leaf DrMalone, NY 12953
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9 River St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

9 River St

9 River StSaranac Lake, NY 12983
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9035 South Riva Ridge Loop
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

9035 South Riva Ridge Loop

9035 South Riva Ridge LoopFort Drum, NY 13602
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Potsdam, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Potsdam Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Potsdam, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Pine Grove Apartments - Senior Housing priced from $789. Colonial Manor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $890. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Potsdam apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pine Grove Apartments - Senior Housing1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$789
Colonial Manor Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$890
Potsdam Main Street ApartmentsStandard StudioStudio,1BA$910
Whispering Woods ApartmentsTwo Bed / One Bath2BR,1BA$925
THE TRAILS AT MALONEOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$948
80 Riverside DrL2-12BR,1BA$990
Baldwin Acres1BR1BR,1BA$1,078
Parkstead Philadelphia2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse2BR,1BA$1,218

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potsdam, NY and Nearby

As of August 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Potsdam area is the $0.92 price per square foot 2bed/1.5bath Model at Swan Landing Apartments in the starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Potsdam apartment is the 3BL Model at Sedgewick Pines starting at $1,425 with a $1.05 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Potsdam apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Swan Landing Apartments2bed/1.5bath2BR,1.5BA$0.92
Sedgewick Pines3BL3BR,2BA$1.05
Parkstead Philadelphia2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$0.94
Emerald Acres II3 Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$1.01
Eagle Ridge VillagePremium Two Bedroom Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.51
Whispering Woods ApartmentsTwo Bed / One Bath2BR,1BA$1.03
Colonial Manor Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
Baldwin Acres1BR1BR,1BA$1.72
Pine Grove Apartments - Senior Housing1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.27
THE TRAILS AT MALONEOne Bedroom One Bath1BR,1BA$1.65

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Potsdam Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Potsdam?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Potsdam is at Potsdam Main Street Apartments listed at $910.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Potsdam Apartment is $789 at Pine Grove Apartments - Senior Housing.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Potsdam is starting from $925 at Whispering Woods Apartments.

What is the most affordable Potsdam Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Potsdam Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Emerald Acres II and starts from $1,300.

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