4+ Bedroom Apartment Rent in Potsdam, NY
Median asking rent for a 4+ bedroom apartment in Potsdam, New York as of August 2026. That's +16% higher than the citywide median of $1,263 and +42% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522.
Income needed for a 4+ bedroom in Potsdam
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 4+ bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Potsdam
Compare Potsdam's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 4+ bedroom in New York
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elmira | $1,330 |
| 2 | Gloversville | $1,400 |
| 3 | Lockport | $1,450 |
| 4 | Niagara Falls | $1,458 |
| 5 | Potsdam (this page) | $1,470 |
| 6 | North Tonawanda | $1,480 |
| 7 | Palmyra | $1,570 |
| 8 | Utica | $1,590 |
| 9 | Auburn | $1,610 |
| 10 | Oneonta | $1,620 |
| 11 | Amsterdam | $1,650 |
| 12 | Buffalo | $1,670 |
| 13 | Tonawanda | $1,670 |
| 14 | Endicott | $1,680 |
| 15 | Rome | $1,680 |
Most expensive cities for a 4+ bedroom in New York
| # | City | 4+ Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Rye | $5,610 |
| 2 | Woodbury | $5,390 |
| 3 | Garden City | $5,390 |
| 4 | Harrison | $5,120 |
| 5 | Scarsdale | $4,830 |
| 6 | Nanuet | $4,750 |
| 7 | Dobbs Ferry | $4,530 |
| 8 | Nyack | $4,440 |
| 9 | Plainview | $4,400 |
| 10 | White Plains | $4,350 |
| 11 | Hicksville | $4,330 |
| 12 | Larchmont | $4,280 |
| 13 | Mamaroneck | $4,240 |
| 14 | Hauppauge | $4,210 |
| 15 | Port Chester | $4,190 |
Nearby cities — 4+ bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 1 of these cities have cheaper 4+ bedroom rents than Potsdam.
| City | Distance | 4+ Bedroom rent | vs Potsdam |
|---|---|---|---|
| Watertown, NY | 82.6 mi | $2,010 | +$540 (+37%) |
| Rome, NY | 106 mi | $1,680 | +$210 (+14%) |
| Utica, NY | 108.1 mi | $1,590 | +$120 (+8%) |
| Whitesboro, NY | 110 mi | $1,790 | +$320 (+22%) |
| Gloversville, NY | 112.5 mi | $1,400 | $-70 (-5%) |
| New Hartford, NY | 112.7 mi | $2,050 | +$580 (+39%) |
| Burlington, VT | 119.1 mi | $2,700 | +$1,230 (+84%) |
| Colchester, VT | 120.4 mi | $2,330 | +$860 (+59%) |
| Winooski, VT | 120.7 mi | $2,780 | +$1,310 (+89%) |
| South Burlington, VT | 121.8 mi | $2,880 | +$1,410 (+96%) |
| Glens Falls, NY | 128.1 mi | $1,780 | +$310 (+21%) |
| Amsterdam, NY | 129.4 mi | $1,650 | +$180 (+12%) |
4+ Bedroom rent in Potsdam — common questions
How much is a 4+ bedroom apartment in Potsdam?
As of August 2026, the median 4+ bedroom apartment rent in Potsdam, New York is $1,470 per month. This is +16% higher than the citywide median of $1,263.
What income do you need to afford a 4+ bedroom in Potsdam?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $58,800 ($4,900/month gross), which works out to roughly $28.27/hour at a full-time job.
Is Potsdam expensive for a 4+ bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Potsdam's 4+ bedroom median of $1,470 is +42% below the national 4+ bedroom median of $2,522. It ranks in the 5th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Potsdam rank for 4+ bedroom rent in New York?
Among the 121 cities in New York with 4+ bedroom data, Potsdam ranks #5 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 4+ bedroom options near Potsdam?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 4+ bedroom rents include Gloversville ($1,400).