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1912 Broad St

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Parkside View
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Parkside View

920 Albany StSchenectady, NY 12307
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Lent Court
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Lent Court

3 Lent CtSchenectady, NY 12306
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Edison Apartments
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Edison Apartments

110-114 Union StSchenectady, NY 12305
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Hillside Crossing
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Hillside Crossing

736 Albany StSchenectady, NY 12307
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Kelsey Commons
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Kelsey Commons

2301 Cambridge RdSchenectady, NY 12304
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The Richardson
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The Richardson

610 Mariaville RdSchenectady, NY 12306
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John Glen House
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John Glen House

58 Washington AveSchenectady, NY 12305
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Mohawk Village
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Mohawk Village

3 Okara DrSchenectady, NY 12303
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Northside Village
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Northside Village

2450 Van Vranken AveSchenectady, NY 12308
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Helderberg Village
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Helderberg Village

1760 Helderberg AveSchenectady, NY 12306
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Schenectady, NY Local Guide

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Largest Available Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Schenectady, NY is found at Electric City in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood and is 2,177 square feet priced from $3,220. Shady Lane Apartments has the second largest 2 Bedroom, which is sized at 1,470 square feet and currently listed start at $1,495. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in Schenectady:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Electric CityExecutive Loft 2BR2,177 Sq Ft$3,220
Shady Lane ApartmentsLeasing Earliest Late 2025/Early 20261,470 Sq Ft$1,495
The Lofts at Frog AlleyPollard1,392 Sq Ft$2,677
Hampton RunTwo Bedroom Large1,361 Sq Ft$2,100
The Reserve at Glenville2 Bedroom 2 Bath w/ Attached Garage1,337 Sq Ft$1,865
Van Antwerp Village Apartments2 Bedroom/2 Bath Presidential1,200 Sq Ft$1,619
The Residences at Vista Square I & IIHemlock1,190 Sq Ft$1,950
2370 Curry Rd2 bd 2 bth/2nd Floor1,100 Sq Ft$2,050
Niskayuna GardensNiskayuna 2 with Den1,100 Sq Ft$1,629

Cheapest Available Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments

As of May 04, 2025 the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit in Schenectady, NY is the Leasing Earliest Late 2025/Early 2026 Model starting from $1,250 at Shady Lane Apartments . The second most affordable Schenectady 2 Bedroom is the 2x2a Model at Willowbrook Terrace Apartments starting at $1,495 in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Schenectady is currently $1,961. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in Schenectady:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Shady Lane ApartmentsLeasing Earliest Late 2025/Early 2026$1,250
Willowbrook Terrace Apartments2x2a$1,495
Van Antwerp Village Apartments2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath Executive$1,519
Niskayuna GardensNiskayuna 2 BR$1,529
2965 West Old State RoadTwo Bedroom$1,775
Glen Esk Apartments2BR/2.0BA$1,785
Hampton RunTwo Bedroom Small$1,819
The Reserve at Glenville2 Bedroom 2 Bath w/ Attached Garage$1,865

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Schenectady Overview

Located a short distance from the New York state capital of Albany, Schenectady is a jewel of the Empire State. Roughly translated to mean 'among the pines', this scenic natural hotspot offers much in the way of city amenities and job opportunities.

Why live in Schenectady, NY?

Flush with historic hotspots and home to both Price Chopper Supermarkets as well as the New York Lottery headquarters, this on-the-move blue collar locale is a great place to raise a family or expand a career. Offering much in the way of natural splendor and scenic architecture, Schenectady apartments remain a popular draw for many in the upstate New York vicinity.

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Getting Around Schenectady, NY

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

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A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Schenectady Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Schenectady Apartment?

The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Schenectady is $1,961.

What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Schenectady Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Schenectady is a 2,177 square feet unit starting from $3,220 at Electric City.

What is the average size for Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Schenectady is currently 1,101 sq ft.

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