Renovated 2BR Apartment in Rensselaer Utilities Included!
Bright, recently renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom first-floor apartment in a two-family home in Rensselaer. The apartment offers a clean, updated interior, plenty of natural light, and convenient access to Downtown Albany, the Rensselaer Amtrak Station, I-787 and I-90.
The spacious living and dining areas feature updated flooring and a comfortable, open layout. The kitchen includes ample cabinet and counter space and opens directly to the dining area. The full bathroom is conveniently en suite to the primary bedroom and features a modern glass-enclosed walk-in shower. Shared washer and dryer are conveniently located in the basement for easy on-site laundry access.
One of the biggest advantages of this apartment is the simplified monthly cost: heat, electric, water and sewer are all included in the rent, as well as access to your own private Ring video doorbell provided for the apartment. Tenant is responsible only for internet/streaming services.
Apartment Features:
2 bedrooms / 1 bathroom
First-floor apartment in a two-family home
Recently renovated and well-maintained interior
Heat, electric, water and sewer included
Personal Ring video doorbell access
Shared washer and dryer in basement of property
Updated kitchen with ample cabinet and counter space
Renovated bathroom with glass-enclosed shower
Spacious living and dining areas
Great natural light throughout
Direct access to shared backyard and patio/fire pit area
Shared covered front porch
Free street parking available year-round
Convenient Location:
Less than 1 mile from the Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station
Approximately 3 miles from Downtown Albany
Convenient to I-787 and I-90
Easy access to Albany-area hospitals, medical centers, employment centers and colleges
This apartment is a great option for someone looking for a comfortable, updated home with utilities included and quick access to Albany without living directly downtown.
Applicant Requirements: Applicants must demonstrate gross monthly income of at least 2.5x the monthly rent and be willing to complete a background and credit screening as part of the application process
2 Bedroom / 1 Bath Apartment
Owner pays all utilities except for internet/streaming
Minimum Year Lease
No Pets
No Smoking
Applicant Requirements: Applicants must demonstrate gross monthly income of at least 2.5x the monthly rent and be willing to complete a background and credit screening as part of the application process
Apartment for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$1,750/mo
1243 2nd St, # 1, Rensselaer, NY 12144
2beds
950sqft
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Apartment
Available Tue Sep 1 2026
No pets
Air conditioner, window unit
Shared laundry
On street parking
What's special
Plenty of natural lightComfortable open layoutModern glass-enclosed walk-in showerUpdated flooringClean updated interiorShared covered front porch
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Travel times
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Air Conditioner, Window Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Freezer, Microwave Oven, Oven, Range Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Shared
Features
- Flooring: Tile
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 950 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: On Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Fenced Yard, Personal Ring Doorbell Access
- Fencing: Fenced Yard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Apartment
- Property subtype: Apartment
Utilities & green energy
- Utilities for property: Electricity, Sewage, Water
Building
Management
- Pets allowed: No
Community & HOA
HOA
- Amenities included: Parking
Location
- Region: Rensselaer
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Year
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
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| 8/16/2026 | Listed for rent | $1,750+1.4%$2/sqft |
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| 11/28/2025 | Listing removed | $1,725$2/sqft |
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| 11/25/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,725-4.2%$2/sqft |
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| 11/25/2025 | Listing removed | $1,800$2/sqft |
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| 11/23/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,800+4.3%$2/sqft |
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| 11/17/2025 | Listing removed | $1,725$2/sqft |
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| 11/3/2025 | Price change | $1,725-4.2%$2/sqft |
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| 10/31/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,800$2/sqft |
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| 10/26/2025 | Listing removed | $1,800$2/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,800+2.9%$2/sqft |
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| 9/12/2024 | Listing removed | $1,750$2/sqft |
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| 8/25/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,750$2/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 12144
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Van Rensselaer Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 4/10Rensselaer Junior Senior High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.8 mi







