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| Beds | Baths | Average SF | Availability |
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| 2 Bedrooms 2 Bedrooms 2 Br | 1 Bath 1 Bath 1 Ba | — | Not Available |
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Built in 1908
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3 units/3 stories
About 817 2nd St Rensselaer, NY 12144
Find your new place at 817 2nd St in Rensselaer. The 817 2nd St. location in Rensselaer's 12144 area is an ideal place to live. Be sure to come for a visit to check out the apartment floorplan options. The professional leasing staff is ready and waiting to take you for a tour. Drop by the leasing office to schedule your tour.
817 2nd St is an apartment community located in Rensselaer County and the 12144 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Rensselaer City School District attendance zone.
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Rensselaer sits on the east bank of the Hudson River, directly across from Albany, giving it a front-row seat to New York's capital city without the capital city pace. At just four square miles, it is compact and walkable in stretches, with a small-city atmosphere anchored by a genuinely storied past. Dutch settlers arrived here in the 17th century, and the city later became a railroad stronghold — the Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak station remains one of the busiest in the country, connecting residents to New York City in roughly two hours. That rail heritage still shapes the city's identity today.
The housing stock reflects the city's age and character, mixing historic single-family homes with updated apartment communities and more contemporary rental options. Renters looking for space and affordability relative to Albany will find a range of layouts here, from studios to larger multi-bedroom units.
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Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 3.4 mi | |
| Drive: | 10 min | 3.5 mi |
817 2nd St is within 6 minutes or 2.2 miles from SUNY Albany, East Campus. It is also near SUNY Albany, Downtown Campus and Albany Law School.
Schools
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
487 Students
Attendance Zone
Public Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
434 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
26 Students
Nearby
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
178 Students
Nearby
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Walkability Near 817 2nd St Rensselaer, NY 12144
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Fairly Walkable
Walkability
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Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
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Does 817 2nd St have in-unit laundry?
817 2nd St does not offer in-unit laundry or shared facilities. Please contact the property to learn about nearby laundry options.
What utilities are included in rent at 817 2nd St?
Utilities are not included in rent. Residents should plan to set up and pay for all services separately.
Is parking available at 817 2nd St?
Contact this property for parking details.
Is 817 2nd St pet-friendly?
817 2nd St does not allow pets, though service animals are always welcome in accordance with applicable laws.
Does 817 2nd St have move-in specials?
817 2nd St is not currently offering any rent specials. Check back soon, as promotions change frequently.
Does 817 2nd St offer Matterport 3D tours?
While 817 2nd St does not offer Matterport 3D tours, renters can request a tour directly through our online platform.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
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817 2nd St
Rensselaer, NY 12144
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