Cheap Apartments for Rent in Schenectady, NY from $600(32 Rentals)

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13 State Street Apartments
from $7031 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

13 State Street Apartments

13 State StSchenectady, NY 12305
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Kelsey Commons
from $735Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kelsey Commons

2301 Cambridge RdSchenectady, NY 12304
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Parkside View
from $7402 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside View

920 Albany StSchenectady, NY 12307
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Lent Court
from $7951 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Lent Court

3 Lent CtSchenectady, NY 12306
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118 Jay St
from $8501 Bedroom Apartments

118 Jay St

118 Jay StSchenectady, NY 12305
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Hillside Crossing
from $8971 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Crossing

736 Albany StSchenectady, NY 12307
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4310-4351 Angela Ct
from $9251 Bedroom Apartments

4310-4351 Angela Ct

4310-4351 Angela CtSchenectady, NY 12304
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Edison Apartments
from $945Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edison Apartments

110-114 Union StSchenectady, NY 12305
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Redburn Stockade
from $9851 Bedroom Apartments

Redburn Stockade

4 Union StSchenectady, NY 12305
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148 Clinton St
from $985Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

148 Clinton St

148 Clinton StSchenectady, NY 12305
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Northside Village
from $1,0731 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Northside Village

2450 Van Vranken AveSchenectady, NY 12308
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Mohawk Village
from $1,088Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mohawk Village

3 Okara DrSchenectady, NY 12303
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John Glen House
from $1,1001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

John Glen House

58 Washington AveSchenectady, NY 12305
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One 11 Liberty Street
from $1,1251 Bedroom Apartments

One 11 Liberty Street

111 Liberty StSchenectady, NY 12305
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Rotterdam Apartments
from $6251 Bedroom Apartments

Rotterdam Apartments

3160 Marra LnRotterdam, NY 12306
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Schenectady, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Available Schenectady Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Schenectady, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Shady Lane Apartments priced from $985. Brookview Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,195. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Schenectady apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shady Lane ApartmentsLeasing Summer 20251BR,1BA$985
Brookview Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,195
Wellington GardensOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Netherlands Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,209
Sheridan Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,265
Tall Oaks Apartments1BR Standard1BR,1BA$1,275
Niskayuna GardensNiskayuna 1 BR1BR,1BA$1,329
Willowbrook Terrace Apartments1x1a1BR,1BA$1,375
Glen Esk Apartments2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1,400

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Schenectady, NY

As of December 27, 2024 the best value apartment in the Schenectady area is the $0.65 price per square foot 1108 Howard St Model at 1108 Howard St in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,300. The second greatest value Schenectady apartment is the 2111 Hamburg St Model at 2111 Hamburg St, Unit Apartment 1 starting at $1,450 with a $0.97 price per square foot in the Central State neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Schenectady apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1108 Howard St1108 Howard St2BR,1.5BA$0.65
2111 Hamburg St, Unit Apartment 12111 Hamburg St2BR,1BA$0.97
826 Hampton Ave, Unit 1st Floor826 Hampton Ave3BR,1BA$1.42
214 Elmer Ave, Unit 1214 Elmer Ave3BR,1BA$1.67
The Reserve at Glenville2 Bedroom 2 Bath w/ Detached Garage2BR,2BA$1.59
2965 West Old State RoadTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.64
Hampton RunOne Bedroom Small1BR,1BA$1.77
Court Royale ApartmentsTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.75
Willowbrook Terrace Apartments1x1b1BR,1BA$1.79
Shady Lane ApartmentsLeasing Summer 20251BR,1BA$1.30

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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.

Schenectady, NY
Population: 65,575

Ranked #571

in US Census Population by City

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Schenectady Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Schenectady Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Schenectady Apartment is $985 at Shady Lane Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Schenectady Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Schenectady is starting from $1,242 at Brookview Court Apartments.

What is the most affordable Schenectady Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Schenectady Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Residences at Fox Meadow and starts from $2,350.

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