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Valley Cottage, NY Houses for Rent

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    $2,800 Per Month

    • 2 Beds
    • 1 Bath
    • 698 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    5 Louis Ave, Valley Cottage, NY 10989

    A rare opportunity to rent a beautiful private cottage! Recently renovated this charming 2 bedroom home is filled with natural light and offers a unique blend of character and modern updates. Features include gleaming floors, a bright kitchen with stainless steel appliances and countertops, an in-unit washer and dryer, and abundant closet space throughout. Pull-down attic stairs provide

    Maryann Ryan Weichert Realtors

    5 Louis Ave, Valley Cottage, NY 10989
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    $4,950 Per Month

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 2,242 Sq Ft
    • House for Rent

    71 Lenox Ave, Congers, NY 10920

    Rent-to-own option available (not required); terms subject to separate agreement. Contact agent for details. Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home available for rent. Located in the highly desirable Northern Clarkstown area of Congers, this residence offers 2,242 sq ft of thoughtfully designed living space on a spacious quarter-acre+ lot. The home features new

    Tomasilio Cualing Keller Williams NY Realty

    71 Lenox Ave, Congers, NY 10920

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to rent a single-family home in Valley Cottage, NY?
The median rent for a single-family home in Valley Cottage, NY is $2,875 per month, though prices vary by neighborhood, size, and property type. As of July 2026, townhouses tend to be the most affordable option while condos and single-family homes are currently more expensive.
How much do you need to make to afford rent in Valley Cottage, NY?
To comfortably afford the median rent in Valley Cottage, NY, a household needs to earn roughly $102,000 per year. This is based on the common guideline that households should spend no more than 30% of gross income on housing. Most landlords require monthly household income of at least 3x the monthly rent, and with a median rent of $2,550 per month in Valley Cottage, NY, renters typically need to show $7,650 per month in gross income to qualify. Actual affordability will vary depending on household debts, other living expenses, and overall budget.
Is it more affordable to rent or buy in Valley Cottage, NY?
In Valley Cottage, NY, the price-to-rent ratio is 18.7, which generally favors renting. This ratio divides the median home price by the annual median rent: below 15 typically favors buying, 15 to 20 is balanced, and above 20 typically favors renting. Your finances, how long you plan to stay, and costs like mortgage rates, taxes, and maintenance all factor into the decision.

Rental Home Trends

Number of Houses for Rent
2
Median Single Family Home Rent
$2,875
Median 3 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,250
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$5,000
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