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Cheapest Available Rensselaer County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rensselaer County, NY is a 2 Beds unit found at Diamond Rock Terrace Senior Apartments priced from $1,100. Towers on Hudson in the Downtown Troy neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,200. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rensselaer County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Diamond Rock Terrace Senior Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1,100
Towers on Hudson2x1A1TH2BR,1BA$1,200
213-215 4th St213 Apt. 32BR,1BA$1,200
The Peabody Apartments2041BR,1BA$1,245
Harbour Point Gardens1 Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1,295

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rensselaer County, NY

As of November 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rensselaer County area is the $0.82 price per square foot 541 5th Ave Model at 541 5th Ave, Unit 2 in the starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Rensselaer County apartment is the 160 River St Model at 160 River St, Unit 160 starting at $1,550 with a $1.03 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
541 5th Ave, Unit 2541 5th Ave3BR,1BA$0.82
160 River St, Unit 160160 River St2BR,1BA$1.03
126 4th St, Unit 1126 4th St1BR,1BA$0.58
159 River St, Unit 166B159 River StStudio ,1BA$1.06
Greenbush Station2 Bed 1.5 Bath Townhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.29
3044 6th Ave, Unit Apt. 13044 6th Ave2BR,1BA$1.17
182 River St, Unit 166 River St apt C182 River St2BR,1BA$1.08
The Ridge ApartmentsRidge F2BR,2BA$1.29
164 River St, Unit 1164 River St2BR,1BA$1.18
184 River St, Unit 184 River Street184 River St1BR,1BA$1.18

Frequently Asked Questions about Rensselaer County

What type of rentals are currently available in Rensselaer County?

There are currently 488 Apartments for Rent in Rensselaer County, NY with pricing that ranges from $600 to $3,880. There are also 69 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rensselaer County ranging from $600 to $3,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rensselaer County?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rensselaer County ranges from $600 to $3,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,794.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rensselaer County?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rensselaer County range from $775 to $3,207, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $695 to $2,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $725 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $600.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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