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Rensselaer County, NY Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rensselaer County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rensselaer County Studio Apartments | $1,348 | $1,000 | $1,700 |
| Rensselaer County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,525 | $895 | $2,833 |
| Rensselaer County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,921 | $900 | $3,800 |
| Rensselaer County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,224 | $975 | $3,828 |
| Rensselaer County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,338 | $700 | $2,350 |
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Cheapest Available Rensselaer County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Rensselaer County, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Valley Green priced from $895. The Overlook has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rensselaer County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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| The Valley Green | Shared 2 Bed 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| The Overlook | 1 Bed/1 Bath Classic | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| Diamond Rock Terrace Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| The Fulton | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,150 |
| Pinetree Apartments | 1 BD/1 BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,173 |
| Hudson Pointe | 2BR/1BA Livingston (Midrise) | 2BR,1BA | $1,188 |
| Greenbush Station | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rensselaer County, NY
As of June 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rensselaer County area is the $0.97 price per square foot 160 River St Model at 160 River St, Unit 160 in the in the Downtown Troy neighborhood starting from $1,450. The second greatest value Rensselaer County apartment is the 110 Ferry St Model at 110 Ferry St, Unit #2 starting at $1,250 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Downtown Troy neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rensselaer County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 160 River St, Unit 160 | 160 River St | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 110 Ferry St, Unit #2 | 110 Ferry St | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 6 Larch Ave, Unit 3rd floor | 6 Larch Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.92 |
| Greenbush Terrace | 2x2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.27 |
| 164 River St, Unit 1 | 164 River St | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 184 River St, Unit 184 River Street | 184 River St | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
| 1639 5th Ave, Unit RPI all inclusive | 1639 5th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| Hudson Pointe | 2BR/1BA Livingston (Midrise) | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 2309 17th St, Unit 1 | 2309 17th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 118 4th St, Unit Brownstone apt top floor | 118 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Rensselaer County Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Rensselaer County?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Rensselaer County is under $1,195.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Rensselaer County?
The cheapest apartment in Rensselaer County is The Valley Green which is listed at $895, while the average apartment in Rensselaer County costs $2,252.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Rensselaer County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 3 regular apartments in Rensselaer County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Rensselaer County?
Cheap apartments in Rensselaer County have an average cost of $279 which is $1,973 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rensselaer County.
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