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Rotterdam, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Rotterdam Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Rotterdam, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 916 Kings Rd in the Outer Schenectady neighborhood priced from $1,100. Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rotterdam apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
916 Kings Rd1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments1BD Apartments1BR,1BA$1,125
Brookview Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,213
State and Clinton1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1,395
The WedgewayOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,549

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rotterdam, NY

As of September 19, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rotterdam area is the $1.13 price per square foot 301 Riverside Ave Model at 301 Riverside Ave, Unit 2 fl front in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Rotterdam apartment is the The Stockade Model at Washington Square Apartments starting at $2,060 with a $1.58 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.
301 Riverside Ave, Unit 2 fl front301 Riverside Ave1BR,1BA$1.13
Washington Square ApartmentsThe Stockade4BR,2BA$1.58
826 Hampton Ave, Unit 2nd Floor826 Hampton Ave3BR,1BA$1.50
1809 Van Vranken Ave, Unit Front unit1809 Van Vranken Ave3BR,1BA$1.43
State and Clinton2 Bedroom A2BR,1BA$1.78
235 Washington Ave, Unit 2Fl235 Washington Ave2BR,1BA$1.80
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments1BD Apartments1BR,1BA$1.25
Court Royale2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.81
916 Kings Rd1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.47
1827 Van Vranken Ave, Unit 2nd Floor Right1827 Van Vranken Ave2BR,1BA$1.86

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Frequently Asked Questions about Rotterdam

What type of rentals are currently available in Rotterdam?

There are currently 558 Apartments for Rent in Rotterdam, NY with pricing that ranges from $805 to $3,450. There are also 41 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rotterdam ranging from $995 to $3,000.

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 $995 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,681.

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 $1,500 to $2,625, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,575 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,640 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,060.

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