Last updated on October 21, 2026

Average rent in
Saratoga Springs, NY

Key takeaways for renters

  • Where Saratoga Springs rent stands today

    Saratoga Springs, NY rent rose 14.3% year over year, with a current median of $2,598/month. Renters today are paying $91 more per month on average than last year despite a 7.1% month-over-month decline in October 2026.

  • Saratoga Springs runs 36.7% more expensive than the $1,900/month national median, placing it among pricier markets for renters seeking options in upstate New York with 99 total rentals.

  • Price ranges

    Studios rent for $1,088/month, 1-bedrooms for $1,950/month, 2-bedrooms for $2,400/month, 3-bedrooms for $2,950/month, and 4+ bedrooms for $3,400/month in Saratoga Springs. The 2-bedroom segment makes up the largest share of rentals at 41.5%.

  • Neighborhood spotlight

    Studio rents fell 25.5% year over year and 4+ bedroom rents declined 38.2%, both diverging from the citywide 14.3% rise. These declines show distinct shifts within Saratoga Springs' rental market segments.

Median rent

Median rent in Saratoga Springs

$2,597/mo

increased by14%

vs previous year

The average rent in Saratoga Springs is $2,597 per month as of October 2026. This is 37% above the national average rent, or $697 more per month.

$2.10

average price per square foot

Total rentals

Available rentals in Saratoga Springs

99

for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026

Rent price distribution

Share of Saratoga Springs rentals at each price point

70%53%35%18%0%
$0 - $1,500
$1,501 - $3,000
$3,001 - $4,500
$4,501 - $6,000
$6,001 - $50,000

Rent trends in Saratoga Springs, NY

Average rent prices in Saratoga Springs have decreased by 7% over the last month and have increased by 14% since last year.

Rent trends

Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.

Compare rent prices in Saratoga Springs, NY

Rent prices in Saratoga Springs vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Saratoga Springs is $2,190, whereas a house costs $2,995. 1-bedroom apartments in Saratoga Springs run $1,924 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $2,300.

Listings

Studio

$1,087

2%

28%

1 bedroom

$1,950

4%

16%

2 bedroom

$2,400

14%

8%

3 bedroom

$2,950

21%

20%

4 bedroom

$3,400

1%

42%

Studio

Average rent

$1,087

Last 30 days

2%

Last year

28%

1 bedroom

Average rent

$1,950

Last 30 days

4%

Last year

16%

2 bedroom

Average rent

$2,400

Last 30 days

14%

Last year

8%

3 bedroom

Average rent

$2,950

Last 30 days

21%

Last year

20%

4 bedroom

Average rent

$3,400

Last 30 days

1%

Last year

42%

The table above reflects average rent prices in Saratoga Springs, NY, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.

How does rent in Saratoga Springs, NY compare to other cities?

Compare median rent prices in Saratoga Springs and Ballston Spa by all bedroom counts and property types.

Saratoga Springs

Median rent price$2,597
increased by37%

higher than the national median

Median rent price$2,167
increased by14%

higher than the national median

Takeaway

The median rent for all rentals in Saratoga Springs, NY is 20% higher than the median rent in Ballston Spa, NY.

Discover rentals in Saratoga Springs, NY

455 Maple Ave - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Saratoga Springs

2 beds

1 bath

$1,550

Price dropped $100
31 Covell Ave #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Saratoga Springs

Covell Ave 2 Bedroom

31 Covell Ave #2, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

2 beds

1 bath

$1,694

8D Kirby Rd - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

House for rent in Saratoga Springs

2 beds

1 bath

$1,725

Price dropped $120Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.
403 Lake Ave #2 - Photo 1 of 1

5d+ ago

Apartment for rent in Saratoga Springs

Residential Lease, Saratoga Springs, NY

403 Lake Ave #2, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866

2 beds

1 bath

$1,725

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Frequently asked questions for Saratoga Springs, NY

Quick answers to common questions about the Saratoga Springs rental market.

How much is rent in Saratoga Springs?

The average rent in Saratoga Springs is $2,597 per month as of October 17, 2026.

Is rent up or down in Saratoga Springs?

Average rent prices in Saratoga Springs have decreased by 7% over the last month and have increased by 14% since last year.

How does Saratoga Springs rent compare to the national average?

Rent in Saratoga Springs is 37% above the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $697 more per month.

What salary do I need to afford rent in Saratoga Springs?

To comfortably afford rent in Saratoga Springs, you'd need to earn approximately $104,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.

When is the best time of year to rent in Saratoga Springs?

March offers the lowest rents in Saratoga Springs, with prices running about 18% below the June peak. Searching in March rather than summer months could result in better deals.

Methodology

Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.

Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).

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