Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $700 (3 Rentals)

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Downtown Schenectady, Schenectady, NY Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Schenectady, NY

As of April 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Schenectady area is the $0.66 price per square foot 861 Oakwood Ave Model at 861 Oakwood Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Downtown Schenectady apartment is the Apartment 3B Model at 132 Broadway Lofts starting at $1,995 with a $1.35 price per square foot in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Schenectady apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
861 Oakwood Ave, Unit 2861 Oakwood Ave3BR,1BA$0.66
132 Broadway LoftsApartment 3B3BR,1BA$1.35
301 Riverside Ave, Unit 1stfloorback301 Riverside Ave1BR,1BA$1.08
Willowbrook Terrace Apartments2x2 Den2BR,2BA$1.70
156-1 6th St, Unit 156 Sixth St Apt 1156-1 6th St2BR,1BA$1.67
The Reserve at Glenville1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Attached Garage1BR,1BA$1.91
1057 Palmer Ave, Unit Second Floor1057 Palmer Ave2BR,1BA$1.29
Glen Esk Apartments2011BR,1BA$1.89
Van Antwerp Village Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.65
State and Clinton1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1.67

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Schenectady

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Schenectady?

There are currently 490 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Schenectady, NY with pricing that ranges from $825 to $3,450. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Schenectady ranging from $700 to $1,950.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Schenectady?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Schenectady ranges from $700 to $1,950 with an average monthly rent of $1,388.

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