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Rental Market Trends in Rotterdam, NY

Updated September 2026

The average rent in Rotterdam, NY is $1,349/month.

Rent in Rotterdam is 19% lower than the national average rent of $1,665/month, making this one of the less expensive cities statewide.

$1,349/month

Average Rent

752 Sq Ft

Average Size

+2.1%

Change / Year

84

Available Apartments

Rotterdam rent varies by unit size and layout:

  • Studio apartments in Rotterdam average per month.
  • One-bedroom apartments in Rotterdam average $1,349 per month.
  • Two-bedroom apartments in Rotterdam average $1,799 per month.
  • Three-bedroom apartments in Rotterdam average $1,496 or more per month.

Average Rent by Home Type

Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
One Bedroom
$1,349/month
752 Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,799/month
1,035 Sq Ft
Three Bedroom
$1,496/month
894 Sq Ft
Bedrooms
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Two Bedroom
$1,547/month
908 Sq Ft
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How much has average rent changed in Rotterdam, NY?

In the past year, rent has increased by 2.1%, which averages out to $29 more per month.

Market Trends Over Time

September 2026

2025 2026
Market Trends Over Time

Rent Ranges in Rotterdam, NY

September 2026
$1,001 - $1,500
Most rental prices fall within this range
Rent Ranges in Rotterdam, NY
Percentage*
Rent Range
0% Below $700/month
14% $700 - $1,000/month
43% $1,001 - $1,500/month
43% $1,501 - $2,000/month
0% Above $2,000/month

What salary do I need to live comfortably in Rotterdam, NY?

Because the average rent in Rotterdam is $1,349, you’ll want to make about $4,496 per month or $53,952 per year. The general guideline is to pay no more than 30 percent of your monthly income on rent. However, you’ll want to consider additional factors, such as your monthly bills and other expenses. Use our rent affordability calculator to help determine how much to budget for rent.

City

Rotterdam, NY

84 Available Apartments for Rent

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How does Rotterdam, NY compare to other nearby cities and neighborhoods?

Use the tool below to compare Rotterdam, NY to other nearby cities and neighborhoods. The Apartments.com neighborhood guides provide you with insight into the area’s transportation, things to do, and more.

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Apartment Averages

Compare Rent Trends Nearby

Get a clearer picture of the area by viewing rent trends in nearby cities.

  • Scotia

    Scotia

    Avg Rent: $1,249/month

  • Schenectady

    Schenectady

    Avg Rent: $1,265/month

  • Glenville

    Glenville

    Avg Rent: $1,458/month

  • Niskayuna

    Niskayuna

    Avg Rent: $1,504/month

  • Clifton Park

    Clifton Park

    Avg Rent: $1,401/month

  • Guilderland Center

    Guilderland Center

    Avg Rent: $1,476/month

  • Village of Altamont

    Village of Altamont

    Avg Rent: $678/month

Apartment Communities in Rotterdam We Think You'll Love

Long Pond Village Apartments

Long Pond Village Apartments

105 Long Pond Dr,
Rotterdam, NY 12306

1-2 Beds | $1,325 - $1,900

The Wedgeway Apartments

The Wedgeway Apartments

271-277 State St,
Schenectady, NY 12305

1 Bed | $1,648

Draper Lofts Apartments

Draper Lofts Apartments

901 Draper Ave,
Schenectady, NY 12306

Studio - 2 Beds | $1,075 - $1,850

The Residences at Vista Square I & II

The Residences at Vista Square I & II

1410 Curry Rd,
Schenectady, NY 12306

1-3 Beds | $1,845 - $2,745

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent in Rotterdam?

The average rent in Rotterdam is $1,349 per month, which is 19.0% lower than the national average of $1,665.

Are rents going up or down in Rotterdam?

Rents in Rotterdam, NY are increasing, with prices up 2.1% year-over-year and $29 more per month.

What rent range is most common in Rotterdam?

In Rotterdam, NY, 43% of apartments fall between $1,001 - $1,500/month, though prices may vary depending on location and other factors.

United States New York Rotterdam Rental Trends

Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.

* Percentages may not total 100 due to rounding.

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