Clear

Cheap Apartments for Rent in Rensselaer NY - 217 Rentals

49 Chestnut St Unit 1

49 Chestnut St Unit 1, Rensselaer, NY 12144
$550

Studio, 1 Bath
The Kenmore

74 N Pearl St, Albany, NY 12207
1 / 38

Matterport 3D Tours
$1,150 - $1,595

Studio - 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Brafferton Square Apartments

100 Orchard St, Rensselaer, NY 12144
1 / 7
$1,250 - $2,100

1-3 Beds, 1 Bath
The Apartments at 66 State

66 State St, Albany, NY 12207
1 / 20
$1,295 - $1,595

1-2 Beds, 1 Bath
Primrose Gardens

28 High St, Rensselaer, NY 12144
1 / 21

Matterport 3D Tours
$1,300 - $1,350

1 Bed, 1 Bath
Slip 12

21 Erie Blvd, Albany, NY 12204
1 / 45

Matterport 3D Tours
$1,325 - $1,995

1-2 Beds, 1 Bath
39 Columbia Street

39 Columbia St, Albany, NY 12207
1 / 20
$1,350 - $2,305

1-3 Beds, 1 Bath
49 Broadway Unit floor 2

49 Broadway Unit floor 2, Rensselaer, NY 12144
1 / 13
$1,375

1 Bed, 1 Bath
4-6 Sheridan Ave

4-6 Sheridan Ave, Albany, NY 12207
1 / 5
$1,375

1 Bed, 1 Bath
412 Broadway

412 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207
1 / 20
$1,495

1 Bed, 1.5 Baths
DeLaet's Landing

100 New Broadway, Rensselaer, NY 12144
1 / 35

Matterport 3D Tours
$1,530 - $2,595

Studio - 2 Beds, 1-2 Baths
Industrie Apartments

745 Broadway, Albany, NY 12207
1 / 23
$1,575 - $2,900

Studio - 2 Beds, 1-2 Baths
111 Pine St Unit 3E

111 Pine St, Albany, NY 12207
1 / 11
$1,575

1 Bed, 1 Bath
Capitol View Apartments

7 Elm Ct, Rensselaer, NY 12144
1 / 30

Matterport 3D Tours
$1,580 - $1,760

1-2 Beds, 1-2 Baths
Stonegate Apartments

5000 Stonegate Dr, Rensselaer, NY 12144
1 / 20
$1,615 - $2,600

1-3 Beds, 1-2 Baths
Kinwood Apartments

2 River Chase Dr, Rensselaer, NY 12144
1 / 30

Matterport 3D Tours
$1,650 - $2,672

1-3 Beds, 1.5-2 Baths

Specials
Van Allen Apartments

10 Van Allen Way, Rensselaer, NY 12144
1 / 35

Matterport 3D Tours
$1,700 - $2,650

1-3 Beds, 1-2 Baths
108 Evergreen Pl

108 Evergreen Pl, Rensselaer, NY 12144
1 / 5
$1,850

2 Beds, 2 Baths
44 James

61 N Pearl St, Albany, NY 12207
1 / 20
$1,895

Studio - 2 Beds, 1 Bath
Eagle Rock Apartments & Townhomes at Renss...

6601 Oak Hill Cir, Rensselaer, NY 12144
1 / 32

Matterport 3D Tours
$1,925 - $3,641

1-3 Beds, 1-2.5 Baths
1822 7th St

1822 7th St, Rensselaer, NY 12144
1 / 5
$2,000

3 Beds, 1 Bath
733 Broadway Unit 209

733 Broadway Unit 209, Albany, NY 12207
1 / 5
$2,100

2 Beds, 1 Bath
The Kennedy

43 Columbia St, Albany, NY 12207
1 / 20
$2,195

2 Beds, 1 Bath
24 Academy St

24 Academy St, Rensselaer, NY 12144
1 / 16
$2,490

3 Beds, 2 Baths
40 Haywood Ln

40 Haywood Ln, Rensselaer, NY 12144
1 / 5
$3,995

4 Beds, 2.5 Baths
82 N Pearl

82 N Pearl St, Albany, NY 12207
1 / 5
Call for Rent

1 Bed, 1 Bath

New York Rensselaer County Rensselaer

Find the Perfect Rensselaer, NY Apartment

Search by Bedrooms

Filter by Popular Amenities

Stay on Budget

Other Rental Types

Find Specialty Housing

Rensselaer, NY Cheap Apartments for Rent

Whether you're on a budget or just looking to save, there are plenty of ways to find cheap apartments in Rensselaer. Start by defining your list of apartment “must-haves.” What features can you not live without? If you want to live within walking distance to your favorite downtown locations, you may find that a smaller apartment of fewer amenities are a fair trade-off. Rent prices in Rensselaer tend to be higher near the city center. For better deals, explore neighborhoods farther out where rents can be lower and apartment sizes may be larger. Look for areas with a higher number of available rental units — landlords with more vacancies are often more willing to offer incentives like lower rent or flexible lease terms. Keep an eye on listings for budget-friendly apartments that meet your core needs while offering a reasonable commute and access to the amenities you want.

Best Time to Find Cheap Apartments in Rensselaer NY

Timing your apartment search can make a big difference in securing a great deal. Apartments are typically more affordable during the winter months — December through March — when demand is lower. During this off-season, landlords may offer reduced rent, waived fees, or other specials to fill units quickly. Another smart time to search is at the end of the month, when lease turnover peaks and more units become available. Being flexible with your move-in timing could help you land a better price. Cheap apartments in Rensselaer tend to go fast. Keep an eye on timing, neighborhood options, and special deals to score the best rental price.