Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central State Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $700 (16 Rentals)

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Kelsey Commons
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kelsey Commons

2301 Cambridge RdSchenectady, NY 12304
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Steinmetz Homes
1 Bedroom Apartments

Steinmetz Homes

118 Henry StSchenectady, NY 12304
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1232 State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1232 State St

1232 State StSchenectady, NY 12304
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1249 Albany St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1249 Albany St

1249 Albany StSchenectady, NY 12304
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31 Division St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

31 Division St

31 Division StSchenectady, NY 12304
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1309 State St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1309 State St

1309 State StSchenectady, NY 12304

Central State, Schenectady, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Central State Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments2BD Town House2BR,1BA$1,600
The Lofts at Frog AlleyShortellStudio,1BA$1,633

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central State, NY

As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central State area is the $1.44 price per square foot 2BD Town House Model at Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Central State apartment is the Bannon Model at The Lofts at Frog Alley starting at $1,763 with a $2.91 price per square foot in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central State apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments2BD Town House2BR,1.5BA$1.44
The Lofts at Frog AlleyBannon1BR,1BA$2.91

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central State, Schenectady, NY

Ranked #2

Among neighborhoods in Schenectady, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Central State Neighborhood in Schenectady, NY

Walk Score®

75 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

53 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

41 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central State Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central State?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central State is at The Lofts at Frog Alley listed at $1,633.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central State Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central State Apartment is $1,714 at The Lofts at Frog Alley.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central State is starting from $1,600 at Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments.

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