
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Stamford, NY from $800 (43 Rentals)
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72 Academy St

Draper Lofts Apartments

Lodges at Cairo

Brookview Court Apartments

Brandywine Apartments

Mohawk Village

Park Guilderland Apartment Homes
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Wellington Gardens

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The Residence at Fort Hunter

Serafini Village

Deer Valley Apartments

Oxford Heights

Carpenter Village Apartments

Long Pond Village Apartments
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Bethlehem Terrace Apartments

Fairwood

Heritage Village Apartments

7 Jackson Hill Rd

Regency Park

Saugerties Cove View Apartment Homes

Elm Estates

Palatine Manor
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Dietz Street Lofts

Oakbrook Manor

36 Maple St

75 River St

323 Co Hwy 6

Hammerstone Village Apartments

Valley View Garden Apartments

Meadowbrook Apartments
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Burdeck Street Apartments

Helderberg Village

Guilderland Court Apartments

978 Claryville Rd

877 County Rd 17

323-325 N Main St

Solara Luxury Apartments

Ridgefield West Apartments
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44 East St

7734 Main St

Hemlock Manor 55+ Independent Living
Stamford, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Stamford?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stamford Studio Apartments | $1,241 | $1,075 | $1,423 |
| Stamford 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,683 | $950 | $2,745 |
| Stamford 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,972 | $1,285 | $3,020 |
| Stamford 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,146 | $909 | $3,095 |
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Cheapest Available Stamford Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Stamford, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 72 Academy St priced from $950. Lodges at Cairo in the Greene County neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Stamford apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72 Academy St | 5d | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| Lodges at Cairo | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,100 |
| Brookview Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,183 |
| Brandywine Apartments | HUD Subsidized - 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
| Serafini Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Deer Valley Apartments | 1BRD | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| Carpenter Village Apartments | A-KR | 1BR,1BA | $1,435 |
| Bethlehem Terrace Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,580 |
| Heritage Village Apartments | Extra Large 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,615 |
| Wellington Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Stamford, NY and Nearby
As of July 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Stamford area is the $1.16 price per square foot 2 BD 2.5 BTH T HOUSE Model at Elm Estates in the starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Stamford apartment is the Limestone Modified Model at Presidential Townhome Rentals starting at $1,755 with a $1.27 price per square foot in the Dunes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Stamford apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Estates | 2 BD 2.5 BTH T HOUSE | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.16 |
| Presidential Townhome Rentals | Limestone Modified | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.27 |
| Locust View | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| Oxford Heights | 2 Bedroom with 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.69 |
| Bethlehem Terrace Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| 72 Academy St | 5d | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| Wellington Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Deer Valley Apartments | 2BRMU | 2BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Carpenter Village Apartments | A-KR | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| 11 West St - Student Only Housing | 1 Bedroom (in a 4 Bedroom unit) | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Stamford Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Stamford Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Stamford Apartment is $950 at 72 Academy St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Stamford Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Stamford is starting from $1,296 at Brookview Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable Stamford Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Stamford Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Residences at Vista Square I & II and starts from $2,700.
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