
Cheap Homes for Rent in Rensselaer County, NY from $500 (10 Rentals)
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1425 5th Ave

88 14th St

1820 Highland Ave

51 14th St

84 Tyler St

260 Madison St

539 Congress St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Rensselaer County?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Rensselaer County 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,181 | $595 | $1,950 |
Rensselaer County 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,892 | $1,250 | $2,950 |
Rensselaer County 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,120 | $2,120 | $2,120 |
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Cheapest Available Rensselaer County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Rensselaer County, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at The Valley Green priced from $950. The Fulton in the Downtown Troy neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Rensselaer County apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Valley Green | Shared 2 Bed 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
The Fulton | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
The Overlook | A | 1BR,1BA | $1,075 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Rensselaer County, NY
As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Rensselaer County area is the $1.10 price per square foot One Bed, 1 Bath Model at 2 River in the in the Downtown Troy neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Rensselaer County apartment is the 545 Knickerbocker Rd Model at 545 Knickerbocker Rd, Unit Downstairs starting at $2,000 with a $1.42 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Rensselaer County apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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2 River | One Bed, 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
545 Knickerbocker Rd, Unit Downstairs | 545 Knickerbocker Rd | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.42 |
126 4th St, Unit 1 | 126 4th St | 1BR,1BA | $0.58 |
182 River St, Unit 166 River St apt C | 182 River St | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
131 Orchard Ave, Unit Mario | 131 Orchard Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
Greenbush Terrace | 2x2A | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
221 Stow Ave., Hudson Terrace | 2B/1B | 2BR,1BA | $1.35 |
184 River St, Unit 184 River Street | 184 River St | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
342 2nd Ave, Unit On bus line | 342 2nd Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
The Valley Green | Shared 2 Bed 1 Bath B | 1BR,1BA | $1.09 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rensselaer County
What type of rentals are currently available in Rensselaer County?
There are currently 488 Apartments for Rent in Rensselaer County, NY with pricing that ranges from $685 to $4,051. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Rensselaer County ranging from $575 to $2,950.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Rensselaer County?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Rensselaer County ranges from $575 to $2,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,600.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Rensselaer County?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Rensselaer County range from $949 to $3,697, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $2,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,120 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $685.
Expert Rental Resources
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.

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money
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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting
Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD
While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.

How Your Move-In Inspection Can Protect Your Security Deposit
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