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property at 6 Harvard St

6 Harvard St

SchenectadyNY12304
property at 4 Columbia St

4 Columbia St, Unit 3

4 Columbia St
SchenectadyNY12308

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property at 1504 Union St

1504 Union St

SchenectadyNY12309

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Rotterdam, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rotterdam Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rotterdam, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood priced from $1,125. Brookview Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,144. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rotterdam apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments1BD Apartments1BR,1BA$1,125
Brookview Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,144
132 Broadway LoftsApartment 2E1BR,1BA$1,225

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rotterdam, NY and Nearby

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rotterdam area is the $1.37 price per square foot Executive Loft 2BR Model at Electric City in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $2,975. The second greatest value Rotterdam apartment is the SHARED 4BR unit Model at Washington Square Apartments starting at $842 with a $0.64 price per square foot in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Rotterdam apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Electric CityExecutive Loft 2BR2BR,2.5BA$1.37
Washington Square ApartmentsSHARED 4BR unit4BR,2BA$0.64
824 Hampton Ave, Unit 2 - 2nd Fl824 Hampton Ave3BR,1BA$1.44
2950 Hamburg St, Unit 42950 Hamburg St2BR,1BA$1.17
2370 Curry Rd2 bd 2 bth/2nd Floor2BR,2BA$1.86
1807 Euclid Ave, Unit 2nd floor1807 Euclid Ave2BR,1BA$1.16
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments1BD Apartments1BR,1BA$1.25
State and Clinton1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1.52
Burdeck Street Apartments1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.78
916 Kings Rd1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.69

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rotterdam

What type of rentals are currently available in Rotterdam?

There are currently 497 Apartments for Rent in Rotterdam, NY with pricing that ranges from $805 to $3,250. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rotterdam ranging from $700 to $20,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rotterdam?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rotterdam ranges from $700 to $20,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,062.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rotterdam?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rotterdam range from $1,300 to $2,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,850 to $3,295. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,750 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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