
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Saranac Lake, NY from $800 (49 Rentals)
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Potsdam Main Street Apartments

Baldwin Acres

Pines Senior Living

30 City Hall Pl

Riverside In the Village

Quarry Hill Club & Condominiums

South End Apartments

Olde Orchard Park Apartments
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11 Park Street Apartments

5 Corners

Keen's Crossing

Winooski Block

Maiden Lane

187 Pearl St

Bartlett Brook

Brandywine Lofts & Farmstead Lofts

247Pearl
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Catamount Ridge

Millhouse West

144 Larkin Way

THE WOOLEN MILL ASSOCIATES

Mansfield Apartments

1185 Shelburne

Sunset House

77 Residences

Toad Lane
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Riverhouse

Silversmith

Quarry Hill Apartments

Farm Stand

119 Main St

THE TRAILS AT MALONE

33-35-35 Henderson Terrace

Meadow East Apartments

2 Pike St
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44 Elm St

377 Charlotte Rd

48 Murray St

53-55-55 Walnut St

Eagle Crest Senior Housing

194 North St

West Edge Garden Apartments

410 Farrell St

City West
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4 Laurel Hill Dr

288 Main St

14 Crombie St

403-407 College Street
Saranac Lake, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Saranac Lake?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saranac Lake Studio Apartments | $1,621 | $910 | $2,150 |
| Saranac Lake 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,021 | $1,230 | $4,600 |
| Saranac Lake 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $1,250 | $3,350 |
| Saranac Lake 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,984 | $1,000 | $2,800 |
| Saranac Lake 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $950 | $4,900 |
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Cheapest Available Saranac Lake Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Saranac Lake, NY is a Studio unit found at Potsdam Main Street Apartments priced from $910. THE TRAILS AT MALONE has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $948. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Saranac Lake apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Potsdam Main Street Apartments | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $910 |
| THE TRAILS AT MALONE | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $948 |
| Baldwin Acres | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,078 |
| Pines Senior Living | 1br/1ba-Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1,230 |
| 30 City Hall Pl | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,375 |
| Riverside In the Village | 11 Franklin Studio with coin opp. laundry | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| Quarry Hill Club & Condominiums | Building 430 Studios | Studio,1BA | $1,495 |
| South End Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,500 |
| 9 River St | Apt 5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,500 |
| 11 Park Street Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,600 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Saranac Lake, NY and Nearby
As of April 28, 2026 the best value apartment in the Saranac Lake area is the $1.99 price per square foot 2/2 Model at Farm Stand in the starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Saranac Lake apartment is the Pine Model at Keen's Crossing starting at $2,470 with a $2.18 price per square foot in the Centennial neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Saranac Lake apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farm Stand | 2/2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.99 |
| Keen's Crossing | Pine | 2BR,2BA | $2.18 |
| Millhouse Terrace | Two Bedroom Town House | 2BR,1BA | $2.43 |
| Winooski Block | Winooski Block | 1 Bed (3-15 East Allen) | 1BR,1BA | $1.61 |
| 9 River St | Apt 5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
| 5 Corners | 2 Bed 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $2.13 |
| 79 W Canal St | Millhouse Historic | 2BR,1BA | $2.69 |
| 30 City Hall Pl | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Baldwin Acres | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| THE TRAILS AT MALONE | One Bedroom One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Saranac Lake Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Saranac Lake?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Saranac Lake is at Potsdam Main Street Apartments listed at $910.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Saranac Lake Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Saranac Lake Apartment is $948 at THE TRAILS AT MALONE.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Saranac Lake Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Saranac Lake is starting from $1,148 at THE TRAILS AT MALONE.
What is the most affordable Saranac Lake Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Saranac Lake Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 30 City Hall Pl and starts from $1,575.
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