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The Foster
Schenectady, NY 12305
- 1 Bedroom Bedrooms
- 1,200Square Feet
About The Foster
The Foster Building, built in 1907, was originally a fashionable hotel that catered to high profile guests that visited the City as General Electric flourished. Just two doors down, the Schenectady Railway Building was the bustling hub of an elevated trolley system that operated from 1913 through the 1930's. These and two connecting buildings make up the four buildings of the Foster Complex. After years of neglect and many layers of ill fated urban renewal, the buildings had fallen into disrepair, and we almost completely vacant other than a family of pigeons. After a $4 million investment from Sequence Development, and partners at Metroplex, Capital Bank, National Grid and the National Park Service and State Historic Preservation Office's Historic Tax Credit Program, the buildings have been completely re-imagined into 21 apartments, 2 restaurants, a make-up studio, spa and 6000 sq ft of dramatic office space. The Facade of the Railway Building was completely removed, replaced with a modern interpretation of the original glass arched three story window the building once proudly wore. The Hotel Foster Building got a careful and intricate restoration of its delicate terra cotta facade, festooned with flowers and fruits. Each apartment at The Foster has been carefully thought out and designed with an artistic aesthetic marrying the buildings' unique historic details with modern finishes and fixtures. Choose from one, two and three bedrooms, with views of bustling State Street, the mountains, and iconic GE sign. Each apartment has hardwood flooring or restored terrazzo floors, stainless steel appliances, washers and dryers, ample closet space, subway and penny tile, soaking tubs and video intercom system.
The Foster is located in the Seward Place Neighborhood and 12305 Zip code of Schenectady, NY.
Unique Features and Amenities
- dining and kitchen
- elevated library area
- Garden Style
- incredible natural light
- large open concept living
- large walk-in pantry
- separate entrance off of courtyard
- Skylight
- Two Walk-In Closets
- Walk-In Closet
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Floorplan Pricing and Availability
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Property Information
- Renovated In 2014
- 21 Units
- 5 Stories
- Built in 1890
Lease Terms
- 12
Parking Fees & Info
Parking Other
- Other
Features and Amenities
Unique Amenities
- dining and kitchen
- elevated library area
- Garden Style
- incredible natural light
- large open concept living
- large walk-in pantry
- separate entrance off of courtyard
- Skylight
- Two Walk-In Closets
- Walk-In Closet
Living Area Features
- Walk In Closets
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- Shopping
- Colleges
- Grocery
- Medical
- Parks
- Nearby Properties
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Getting Around
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Nearby Schools
Van Corlaer School
Mont Pleasant Middle School
Schenectady High School
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Points of Interest
Time and distance from The Foster.
| Arts Museums and Landmarks | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Tavern | 68 North Manning Boulevard | 27 min | 12.7 mi |
| Big Box and Retail | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lowe's | 93 Freemans Bridge Rd | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
| Autozone | 1879 Altamont Ave | 4 min | 2.2 mi |
| Aldi | 3705 Broadway | 5 min | 2.5 mi |
| Colleges and Universities | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Union College | 807 Union St | 2 min | 0.7 mi |
| Excelsior College | 7 Columbia Circle | 17 min | 8.3 mi |
| University at Albany, State University of New York - Uptown Campus | 1400 Washington Ave | 22 min | 10.5 mi |
| Groceries | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 3705 Broadway | 5 min | 2.5 mi |
| Shoprite | 2333 Nott St E | 5 min | 2.6 mi |
| Trader Joe's | 3 Halfmoon Crossing Blvd | 20 min | 9.4 mi |
| Hospitals | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ellis Hospital | 1101 Nott Street | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
| Sunnyview Hospital And Rehabilitation Center | 1270 Belmont Avenue | 4 min | 1.5 mi |
| Albany Memorial Hospital | 600 Northern Boulevard | 28 min | 13.5 mi |
| Military Bases | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GSA Depot US Navy | 6 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Gulderland Army Rifle Range | 18 min | 8.4 mi |
| Parks and Recreation | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany Pine Bush Preserve | 195 New Karner Rd | 15 min | 7.4 mi |
| Shelter Skatepark | 35 Commerce Avenue | 26 min | 12.4 mi |
The Foster has 2 parks within 12.3 miles, including Albany Pine Bush Preserve, and Shelter Skatepark.
| Shopping Centers | Address | Drive | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadview Shopping Center | 2009-2023 Broadway | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
| Hanaford Plaza - Rotterdam | 1400-1450 Altamont Ave | 5 min | 1.9 mi |
| Sheridan Plaza | 1322-1346 Gerling Rd | 5 min | 1.8 mi |
The Foster has 3 shopping centers within 1.8 miles.
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Rental Price Ranges in the Area
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schenectady Studio Apartments | $1,195 | $775 | $1,710 |
| Schenectady 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,561 | $875 | $2,850 |
| Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,943 | $995 | $3,840 |
| Schenectady 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,927 | $1,350 | $2,500 |
| Schenectady 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,200 | $2,000 | $2,400 |
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Apartment residents stay an average of 2.5 years in their apartment before moving.