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$865 - $1,625Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Potsdam Main Street Apartments
200 Main StPotsdam, NY 13676
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Colonial Manor Apartments
22500 Colonial Manor RdWatertown, NY 13601
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Potsdam, NY Local Guide
Downtown Potsdam New York by Doug Kerr is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Potsdam?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potsdam Studio Apartments | $983 | $895 | $1,375 |
| Potsdam 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,053 | $765 | $1,375 |
| Potsdam 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,248 | $950 | $1,494 |
| Potsdam 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,344 | $1,114 | $1,635 |
| Potsdam 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,485 | $1,314 | $1,835 |
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Cheapest Available Potsdam Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Potsdam, NY is a Studio unit found at Potsdam Main Street Apartments priced from $865. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potsdam Main Street Apartments | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $865 |
| Colonial Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
| Meadow East Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potsdam, NY and Nearby
As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Potsdam area is the $0.94 price per square foot 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse Model at Parkstead Philadelphia in the starting from $1,218. The second greatest value Potsdam apartment is the Standard Unit Model at Emerald Acres II starting at $1,300 with a $1.01 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Potsdam apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parkstead Philadelphia | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $0.94 |
| Emerald Acres II | Standard Unit | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.01 |
| THE TRAILS AT MALONE | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $1.13 |
| 21 Depot St, Unit 2 Bedroom Unit | 21 Depot St | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
| 9035 South Riva Ridge Loop | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| Sedgwick Pines | 2 Bedroom Lower | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Eagle Ridge Village | Premium Two Bedroom Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.49 |
| Colonial Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 9 River St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| Meadow East Apartments | 1 bed 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.57 |
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Best Local Schools in Potsdam, NY
Lawrence Avenue Elementary School
Potsdam Central School District
Public School - Grades PK-4 (551)
5 out of 10
Potsdam Senior High School
Potsdam Central School District
Public School - Grades 9-12 (372)
6 out of 10
A A Kingston Middle School
Potsdam Central School District
Public School - Grades 5-8 (368)
4 out of 10
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40 / 100
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Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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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 $865.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Potsdam Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Potsdam Apartment is $890 at Colonial Manor Apartments.
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 $960 at Colonial Manor Apartments.
What is the most affordable Potsdam Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Potsdam Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Parkstead Philadelphia and starts from $1,249.
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