
Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $700 (3 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Schenectady?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Schenectady 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,717 | $1,395 | $1,950 |
Downtown Schenectady 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,575 | $1,550 | $1,600 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY.
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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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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861 Oakwood Ave, Unit 2 | 861 Oakwood Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.66 |
132 Broadway Lofts | Apartment 3B | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
301 Riverside Ave, Unit 1stfloorback | 301 Riverside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
Willowbrook Terrace Apartments | 2x2 Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
156-1 6th St, Unit 156 Sixth St Apt 1 | 156-1 6th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
The Reserve at Glenville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Attached Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
1057 Palmer Ave, Unit Second Floor | 1057 Palmer Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Glen Esk Apartments | 201 | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Van Antwerp Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,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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