
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rensselaer County, NY from $600 (33 Rentals)
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The Valley Green

12 Marshall St

Homeroom Lofts

19 120th St

Parkline Apartments

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1709 Tibbits Ave, Unit RPI off campushouing

23 River St
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The Peabody Apartments

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107 2nd Ave

280 4th St

118 4th St, Unit Brownstone apt top floor

36 13th St

Caldwell Apartments

The Fulton

378 4th St
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1639 5th Ave, Unit RPI all inclusive

1 Macnaughton Ave

1 Macnaughton Ave

21194 NY-22

152 Main St

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Spaulding Apartments
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444 River Lofts

Hudson Arthaus

O'Neil Apartments

61 Vandenburgh Ave

22 High St

Pinetree Apartments

Diamond Rock Terrace Senior Apartments

Brooke Pointe
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213-215 4th St
Rensselaer County, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Rensselaer County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rensselaer County Studio Apartments | $1,476 | $950 | $1,900 |
| Rensselaer County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,585 | $750 | $2,500 |
| Rensselaer County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,818 | $915 | $3,880 |
| Rensselaer County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,685 | $775 | $3,237 |
| Rensselaer County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,650 | $775 | $3,635 |
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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. Hudson Arthaus in the Downtown Troy neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,012. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rensselaer County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Valley Green | Shared 2 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $895 |
| Hudson Arthaus | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,012 |
| Parkline Apartments | G4 | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Fulton | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Diamond Rock Terrace Senior Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,175 |
| Caldwell Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rensselaer County, NY
As of February 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Rensselaer County area is the $1.02 price per square foot 3227 7th Ave Model at 3227 7th Ave, Unit Apartment 1 (First Floor) in the starting from $1,425. The second greatest value Rensselaer County apartment is the 3229 7th Ave Model at 3229 7th Ave, Unit 2 Second Floor Apartment starting at $1,425 with a $1.02 price per square foot . 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3227 7th Ave, Unit Apartment 1 (First Floor) | 3227 7th Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 3229 7th Ave, Unit 2 Second Floor Apartment | 3229 7th Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.02 |
| 131 Orchard Ave, Unit House for RENT | 131 Orchard Ave | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 126 4th St, Unit 1 | 126 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.58 |
| Greenbush Station | 2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.29 |
| 221 Stow Ave., Hudson Terrace | 2B/1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| 516 4th St | 516 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 1639 5th Ave, Unit RPI all inclusive | 1639 5th Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| 118 4th St, Unit Brownstone apt top floor | 118 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $1.28 |
| The Valley Green | Shared 2 Bed 1 Bath A | 1BR,1BA | $1.22 |
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 $1,175.
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 $1,850.
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 112 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 $378 which is $1,472 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Rensselaer County.
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