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Potsdam, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Potsdam?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Potsdam Studio Apartments | $979 | $620 | $1,500 |
Potsdam 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,066 | $745 | $1,555 |
Potsdam 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,189 | $820 | $2,300 |
Potsdam 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,328 | $1,114 | $1,610 |
Potsdam 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,578 | $1,314 | $2,400 |
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Cheapest Available Potsdam Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Potsdam, NY is a 2 Beds unit found at 49 W Main St priced from $820. Potsdam Main Street Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Potsdam apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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49 W Main St | WC1 | 2BR,1BA | $820 |
Potsdam Main Street Apartments | One Bed Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
Colonial Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $890 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Potsdam, NY and Nearby
As of May 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Potsdam area is the $0.89 price per square foot 16 Lawrence Ave Model at 16 Lawrence Ave, Unit 1 in the starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Potsdam apartment is the 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhouse Model at Parkstead Philadelphia starting at $1,421 with a $0.91 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Potsdam apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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16 Lawrence Ave, Unit 1 | 16 Lawrence Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.89 |
Parkstead Philadelphia | 3 Bed 2.5 Bath Townhouse | 3BR,2.5BA | $0.91 |
Emerald Acres II | Standard Unit | 3BR,2.5BA | $1.01 |
Parkstead Gouverneur | 2 Bed 1 Bath Garden | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
9035 South Riva Ridge Loop | 2 bed 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
The Heights | 2BR-U | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Sedgwick Pines | 2 Bedroom Lower | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
THE TRAILS AT MALONE | Two Bedroom One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Colonial Manor Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
9 Market Street | 49 Market - Two Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $0.86 |
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Best Local Schools in Potsdam, NY
Lawrence Avenue Elementary School
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Getting Around Potsdam, NY
Walk Score®
40 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
48 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Potsdam Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Potsdam?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Potsdam is at Potsdam Main Street Apartments listed at $875.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Potsdam Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Potsdam Apartment is $890 at Colonial Manor Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Potsdam Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Potsdam is starting from $820 at 49 W Main St.
What is the most affordable Potsdam Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Potsdam Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Pleasant Creek Meadows and starts from $1,200.
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