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The average rent in Rensselaer, as of June 2026, is down 2.08% compared to last month and down 2.1% year-over-year.
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2d ago
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6601 Oak Hill Cir, Rensselaer, NY 12144
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
1–3 beds
1–2 baths
$1,635–$2,400
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5d+ ago
100 New Broadway, Rensselaer, NY 12144
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | Garage parking
2 beds
2 baths
$1,975–$2,495
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5d+ ago
1 bed
1 bath
$1,050
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rensselaer
1643 1st St #2, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Hardwood floor | Walk-in closets
1 bed
1 bath
$975
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2d ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
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5d+ ago
2 beds
1 bath
$1,500
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5d+ ago
1307 Broadway, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Air conditioning | On-site laundry | Assigned parking
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rensselaer
2 beds
1 bath
$1,495
$1,375
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rensselaer
1384 3rd St #2, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Assigned parking
1 bed
1 bath
$1,300
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Available Oct 8
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rensselaer
1 bed
1 bath
$1,195
Apartment for rent
Available Jun 21
In-Unit Laundry
Air Conditioning
Outdoor Space
Assigned Parking
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rensselaer
2 beds
1 bath
$1,550
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rensselaer
1444 2nd St #1, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Deck | Outdoor space
3 beds
1 bath
$1,700
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Available Jul 1
5d+ ago
House for rent in Rensselaer
247 Washington Ave E, Rensselaer, NY 12144
In-unit laundry | Air conditioning | On-site laundry
3 beds
2.5 baths
$2,895
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Available Jun 15
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rensselaer
811 Washington Ave #2ndFL, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Assigned parking | Outdoor space
2 beds
1 bath
$1,400
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Available Aug 22
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rensselaer
3 beds
1 bath
$1,650
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rensselaer
4 beds
3 baths
$3,650
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These rentals are 10%-30% cheaper than the local average price for similar rentals.
5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rensselaer
1 bed
1 bath
$1,400
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rensselaer
2 beds
1 bath
$1,650
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5d+ ago
Apartment for rent in Rensselaer
2 beds
1 bath
$1,750
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2d ago
Studio–2 beds
1 bath
$1,250–$1,640
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2d ago
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1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,495–$2,785
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3d ago
Sheridan Hollow apartment for rent in Albany
336 Clinton Ave #1stFL, Albany, NY 12206
2 beds
1 bath
$1,702
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4d ago
Sheridan Hollow apartment for rent in Albany
336 Clinton Ave #BS, Albany, NY 12206
2 beds
1 bath
$1,702
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4d ago
Apartment for rent in Albany
733 Broadway #105, Albany, NY 12207
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Fitness center
1 bed
1 bath
$1,650
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5d+ ago
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733 Broadway #203, Albany, NY 12207
In-unit laundry | Assigned parking | Fitness center
2 beds
1 bath
$2,100
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Rensselaer, NY, has a mix of positive and negative aspects according to residents. Many appreciate the city's proximity to Albany, noting the convenience of commuting, along with the availability of amenities like grocery stores and parks. There are mentions of a quiet atmosphere that some find appealing. However, common complaints include issues with local infrastructure and limited entertainment options, leading some residents to seek activities in nearby areas. Overall, living in Rensselaer offers both the benefits of suburban life and the challenges of a smaller city.
The average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Rensselaer, NY is $1,667, while a 2-bedroom apartment averages $1,866.
Rensselaer offers good options for pet owners, with 45% of rental listings welcoming pets. This represents a solid selection among the city's average of 44 available apartments per month.
Utilities are rarely included in Rensselaer rental properties, appearing in less than 1% of listings across all apartment types. Most renters should plan to handle utility costs separately from their monthly rent.
Zumper’s proprietary rental data fuels our analysis. Rent and market trends, availability, neighborhood popularity, and lifestyle scores are all calculated using real-time and 2026 rental inventory and prices.
Our Lifestyle Categories ("great for eco-living," "great for social life," "great for pet owners," etc.) are determined by set criteria, against which we score each listing and its available features. At the neighborhood level, we calculate the listing count for each category to determine which lifestyles best fit each area.
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