Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $700 (6 Rentals)

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property at 6 Harvard St

6 Harvard St

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property at 32 N College St

32 N College St

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property at 714 Union St

714 Union St

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property at 1049 Park Ave

1049 Park Ave

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Downtown Schenectady, Schenectady, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Schenectady Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Schenectady area of Albany, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Netherlands Village priced from $1,209. State and Clinton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here are the most affordable Downtown Schenectady apartments for rent in Albany, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Netherlands Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,209
State and Clinton1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1,225
Van Antwerp Village Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,319

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Schenectady, NY

As of March 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Schenectady area is the $0.29 price per square foot 1822 Guilderland Ave Model at 1822 Guilderland Ave, Unit 2 floor back in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Downtown Schenectady apartment is the 861 Oakwood Ave Model at 861 Oakwood Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,500 with a $0.66 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.
1822 Guilderland Ave, Unit 2 floor back1822 Guilderland Ave3BR,1BA$0.29
861 Oakwood Ave, Unit 2861 Oakwood Ave3BR,1BA$0.66
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments2BD Town House2BR,1.5BA$1.44
Willowbrook Terrace Apartments2x2 Den2BR,2BA$1.77
Glen Esk Apartments2032BR,2BA$1.86
The Reserve at Glenville1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Attached Garage1BR,1BA$1.91
Van Antwerp Village Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.65
81 Cheltingham Ave, Unit A- Lower Level81 Cheltingham Ave2BR,1BA$1.69
State and Clinton1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1.59
Niskayuna GardensDalewood 1BR Den1BR,1BA$2.04

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Schenectady

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Schenectady?

There are currently 472 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Schenectady, NY with pricing that ranges from $825 to $3,450. There are also 17 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Schenectady ranging from $700 to $3,195.

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 $3,195 with an average monthly rent of $1,430.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albany, NY

Written by: Patrick Ryan

Albany, the capital of New York state, is a renter’s haven.  With ample housing supply, little traffic and a stable economy, Albany is trending upward. I'm Patrick, your ApartmentHomeLiving.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

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Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.