$159,500
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,004 Sq Ft
45 2nd Ave, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Debbie Bucher Wager Howard Hanna Capital Inc
$159,500
45 2nd Ave, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Debbie Bucher Wager Howard Hanna Capital Inc
$250,000
8 Spruce St Unit 10, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Hassan Khan The People's Real Estate Group
$325,000
1466 3rd St, Rensselaer, NY 12144
John Mooney Howard Hanna Capital Inc
$235,000
934 Broadway, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Mark Vitale Vera Cohen Realty, LLC
Rensselaer, NY, is a quiet commuter city located across the Hudson River from Albany, offering a more tranquil living environment compared to its bustling neighbors. The city features waterfront row homes and suburban subdivisions, with easy access to hiking and biking trails throughout Rensselaer County. Outdoor activities are a major draw, including the Empire State bike trails and nearby skiing opportunities. Local parks, such as Riverfront Park, provide skyline views and fishing docks. However, the presence of Dunn Landfill at the center of the city is a point of contention among residents due to smells, noise, and pollution issues. The Amtrak station in Rensselaer is a notable feature, providing convenient travel to New York City, although it contributes to noise in the waterfront area. Commuting to Albany is straightforward, with a quick 2-mile drive or bus ride across the Dunn Memorial Bridge, and Troy is 10 miles north via I-787. Dining options near the waterfront include Illusive Restaurant and Bar, Hot Dog Charlie's, and Skyline Diner, while shopping requires a short drive to a nearby shopping center with Walmart and Target. Housing styles vary from waterfront bungalows and row homes to suburban midcentury bungalows, ranches, and larger colonials with spacious yards. The local schools, Van Rensselaer Elementary and Rensselaer Junior/Senior High School, have average ratings, and the University at Albany's Health Sciences Campus is a significant local institution.
On average, homes in Rensselaer, NY sell after 33 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Rensselaer, NY over the last 12 months is $515,000, up 94% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
In Rensselaer, there are currently 4 multi-family homes for sale, providing an appealing investment opportunity for buyers. With multi-family homes priced between $159,500 to $325,000, there's a range to accomodate every budget. As of July, 2025 the median home price in Rensselaer is $650,000, while the average sale price is $456,750, offering insights into the local housing market. On average, multi-family homes spend 33 days listed before being sold. Multi-family homes include a variety of property types, from duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes, to apartment complexes, all within a single building divided to accommodate multiple families living separately. These multi-family properties for sale offer investors the chance to generate rental income. Whether you're considering a duplex for a beginner investment or an apartment complex for a more substantial venture, there are investment properties available to meet your requirements. Explore the range of multi-family homes for sale in Rensselaer, NY.