Real Estate Investment Properties for Sale in Rensselaer, NY

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Investment Property for Sale in Rensselaer, NY

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PROPERTY	DETAILS	SALE PRICE	INVESTMENT PERFORMANCE
1046 1st Street Rensselaer, NY Absolutely adorable starter or downsizer, just minutes from the train station and 5 minute...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,130 sq.ft.	$167,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.87% Traditional cash on cash: 5.3% Airbnb Rental Income: $974 Traditional Rental Income: $1330 Airbnb ROI: 0.87% Traditional ROI: 5.3%
47 Chestnut Street Rensselaer, NY Ideal location off street parking, Total rehab 14 mo. ago, minutes to I-90 & downtown, Fen...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,512 sq.ft.	$219,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.07% Traditional cash on cash: 9.9% Airbnb Rental Income: $974 Traditional Rental Income: $2670 Airbnb ROI: 0.07% Traditional ROI: 9.9%
1619 6th Street Rensselaer, NY Two 1 Bedroom apartments, large living rooms, dining rooms & kitchens. Separate utilities,...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,682 sq.ft.	$214,500	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.58% Traditional cash on cash: 9.07% Airbnb Rental Income: $974 Traditional Rental Income: $2585 Airbnb ROI: -0.58% Traditional ROI: 9.07%
33 Broadway Rensselaer, NY Rare riverfront property! This beautiful 2100 sq ft. colonial features 3 nicely sized bedr...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,132 sq.ft.	$349,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.45% Traditional cash on cash: 7.33% Airbnb Rental Income: $1458 Traditional Rental Income: $3280 Airbnb ROI: 0.45% Traditional ROI: 7.33%
1818 4th Street Rensselaer, NY Unlock the potential of this two-family home, perfect for investors or buyers ready to mak...	5 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,256 sq.ft.	$229,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.89% Traditional cash on cash: 11.57% Airbnb Rental Income: $1458 Traditional Rental Income: $3131 Airbnb ROI: 1.89% Traditional ROI: 11.57%
24 Academy Street Rensselaer, NY Opportunity knocks! This updated 3 bedroom, 2 full bath Rensselaer home offers a remodeled...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,207 sq.ft.	$179,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.81% Traditional cash on cash: 5.84% Airbnb Rental Income: $1458 Traditional Rental Income: $1544 Airbnb ROI: 2.81% Traditional ROI: 5.84%
35 Partition Street Rensselaer, NY Discover this two-family home in the heart of Rensselaer, ideally situated near major high...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 2,150 sq.ft.	$235,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.25% Traditional cash on cash: 8.17% Airbnb Rental Income: $1458 Traditional Rental Income: $2565 Airbnb ROI: 1.25% Traditional ROI: 8.17%
1016 Mann Avenue Rensselaer, NY Opportunity Awaits - Ideal for Investors or Cash Buyers (But Not a Must!) Set on a desira...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,224 sq.ft.	$220,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.79% Traditional cash on cash: 7.67% Airbnb Rental Income: $1458 Traditional Rental Income: $2251 Airbnb ROI: 1.79% Traditional ROI: 7.67%
1644 1st Street Rensselaer, NY Bring your vision and make this home shine! This property offers a solid layout with great...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,166 sq.ft.	$179,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 1.04% Traditional cash on cash: 7.85% Airbnb Rental Income: $974 Traditional Rental Income: $1789 Airbnb ROI: 1.04% Traditional ROI: 7.85%
2 Birchwood Avenue Rensselaer, NY Welcome to this beautifully updated 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bath home offering 1,563 sq ft of comf...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,563 sq.ft.	$289,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.29% Traditional cash on cash: 8.48% Airbnb Rental Income: $2313 Traditional Rental Income: $3157 Airbnb ROI: 3.29% Traditional ROI: 8.48%
1466 3rd Street Rensselaer, NY Extremely rare 2 Fam home with a lg level backyard space, 2 car garage & plenty of off str...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 3,000 sq.ft.	$325,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.81% Traditional cash on cash: 8.2% Airbnb Rental Income: $2313 Traditional Rental Income: $3385 Airbnb ROI: 2.81% Traditional ROI: 8.2%
15 Gordon Court Rensselaer, NY PENDING RELEASE* ''Grandview Estates'' located on a Cul-de-sac. Nice 3 Bedroom Cape C...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,208 sq.ft.	$298,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.23% Traditional cash on cash: 5.71% Airbnb Rental Income: $1458 Traditional Rental Income: $2567 Airbnb ROI: 0.23% Traditional ROI: 5.71%
10 Fourth Avenue Rensselaer, NY *USE 14 Gaynor Road Centerach on GPS *Approx Completion date Oct- Nov 2025- A model is...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,686 sq.ft.	$939,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.97% Traditional cash on cash: 1.87% Airbnb Rental Income: $2313 Traditional Rental Income: $4218 Airbnb ROI: -0.97% Traditional ROI: 1.87%
4 Aiken Avenue Rensselaer, NY MOTIVATED SELLERS! Charming, well-maintained home located in Historic Fort Crailo neighbor...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,350 sq.ft.	$230,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.44% Traditional cash on cash: 9.04% Airbnb Rental Income: $974 Traditional Rental Income: $2494 Airbnb ROI: 0.44% Traditional ROI: 9.04%
1232 3rd Street Rensselaer, NY Check out this stunning turn of the century home with all of its antique charm beautifully...	4 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,756 sq.ft.	$235,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 5.43% Traditional cash on cash: 11.99% Airbnb Rental Income: $2313 Traditional Rental Income: $3195 Airbnb ROI: 5.43% Traditional ROI: 11.99%
2 Fourth Avenue Rensselaer, NY **USE 14 GAYNOR RD CENTEREACH ON GPS**LAST ASPEN MODEL- Subdivision selling out....Lex...	4 beds \| 3 baths \| 2,355 sq.ft.	$869,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -0.81% Traditional cash on cash: -0.2% Airbnb Rental Income: $2313 Traditional Rental Income: $2232 Airbnb ROI: -0.81% Traditional ROI: -0.2%
29 Chestnut Street Rensselaer, NY Charming home on a quiet street. Enjoy the sun-filled nice enclosed front porch. Hardwood ...	2 beds \| 1 baths \| 816 sq.ft.	$149,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.71% Traditional cash on cash: 9.08% Airbnb Rental Income: $974 Traditional Rental Income: $1822 Airbnb ROI: 0.71% Traditional ROI: 9.08%
1002 Sterling Ridge Drive Rensselaer, NY Stand alone Townhouse, no association fees, gas heat, central air. hot water heater all ha...	2 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,176 sq.ft.	$275,000	Airbnb cash on cash: -1.16% Traditional cash on cash: 1.56% Airbnb Rental Income: $974 Traditional Rental Income: $1330 Airbnb ROI: -1.16% Traditional ROI: 1.56%
1498 2nd Street Rensselaer, NY The home is a Cape Cod style residence, situated on a nice corner lot, featuring approxima...	4 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,166 sq.ft.	$175,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 7.74% Traditional cash on cash: 10.7% Airbnb Rental Income: $2313 Traditional Rental Income: $2232 Airbnb ROI: 7.74% Traditional ROI: 10.7%
1212 3rd Street Rensselaer, NY Conveniently located Three bedroom home. First floor Living Room, Dining Room, Laundry clo...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,114 sq.ft.	$152,000	Airbnb cash on cash: 3.83% Traditional cash on cash: 7.4% Airbnb Rental Income: $1458 Traditional Rental Income: $1544 Airbnb ROI: 3.83% Traditional ROI: 7.4%
1625 5th Street Rensselaer, NY Situated on a quiet street, this home has a great layout & is filled with beautiful update...	3 beds \| 1 baths \| 1,600 sq.ft.	$219,500	Airbnb cash on cash: 2.75% Traditional cash on cash: 5.24% Airbnb Rental Income: $1458 Traditional Rental Income: $1544 Airbnb ROI: 2.75% Traditional ROI: 5.24%
2024 8th Street Rensselaer, NY Fully Remodeled 3-Bed, 2-Bath Home - Move-In Ready! This beautifully updated home featu...	3 beds \| 2 baths \| 1,897 sq.ft.	$389,900	Airbnb cash on cash: 0.41% Traditional cash on cash: 5.88% Airbnb Rental Income: $1458 Traditional Rental Income: $3025 Airbnb ROI: 0.41% Traditional ROI: 5.88%

Real Estate investment in Rensselaer, NY

There are 22 properties for sale in the city of Rensselaer . The median list price in Rensselaer is $220,000 and the average price per square foot is $133. In September 2025, the average monthly cash on cash return in Rensselaer is 8.00%. The average monthly rental income in Rensselaer is $2,567.

Rensselaer, NY Real Estate Investing: FAQs for Buyers, Sellers and Investors

There are 22 investment properties available for sale in Rensselaer.

In 2025, the best neighborhood to buy investment property is Rensselaer.

The ROI for Long-Term is higher than the Short-Term in Rensselaer with average rental income of $2,567.

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Investment Property for Sale in Rensselaer, NY

1046 1st Street

Rensselaer, NY

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,130 sq.ft.

$167,500

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.87%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.3%

Airbnb Rental Income: $974

Traditional Rental Income: $1330

Airbnb ROI: 0.87%

Traditional ROI: 5.3%

47 Chestnut Street

Rensselaer, NY

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,512 sq.ft.

$219,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.07%

Traditional cash on cash: 9.9%

Airbnb Rental Income: $974

Traditional Rental Income: $2670

Airbnb ROI: 0.07%

Traditional ROI: 9.9%

1619 6th Street

Rensselaer, NY

2 beds | 2 baths | 1,682 sq.ft.

$214,500

Airbnb cash on cash: -0.58%

Traditional cash on cash: 9.07%

Airbnb Rental Income: $974

Traditional Rental Income: $2585

Airbnb ROI: -0.58%

Traditional ROI: 9.07%

33 Broadway

Rensselaer, NY

3 beds | 2 baths | 2,132 sq.ft.

$349,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 0.45%

Traditional cash on cash: 7.33%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1458

Traditional Rental Income: $3280

Airbnb ROI: 0.45%

Traditional ROI: 7.33%

1818 4th Street

Rensselaer, NY

5 beds | 2 baths | 2,256 sq.ft.

$229,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.89%

Traditional cash on cash: 11.57%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1458

Traditional Rental Income: $3131

Airbnb ROI: 1.89%

Traditional ROI: 11.57%

24 Academy Street

Rensselaer, NY

3 beds | 2 baths | 1,207 sq.ft.

$179,900

Airbnb cash on cash: 2.81%

Traditional cash on cash: 5.84%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1458

Traditional Rental Income: $1544

Airbnb ROI: 2.81%

Traditional ROI: 5.84%

35 Partition Street

Rensselaer, NY

4 beds | 2 baths | 2,150 sq.ft.

$235,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.25%

Traditional cash on cash: 8.17%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1458

Traditional Rental Income: $2565

Airbnb ROI: 1.25%

Traditional ROI: 8.17%

1016 Mann Avenue

Rensselaer, NY

3 beds | 1 baths | 1,224 sq.ft.

$220,000

Airbnb cash on cash: 1.79%

Traditional cash on cash: 7.67%

Airbnb Rental Income: $1458

Traditional Rental Income: $2251

Airbnb ROI: 1.79%