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Schenectady, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Schenectady, NY

Pricing Updated: 03/21/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Schenectady, NY area range in price from to with an overall median price of . Here is today’s list neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Schenectady Apartments for rent:

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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 $1,134. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Schenectady apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shady Lane ApartmentsLeasing Fall 20251BR,1BA$985
Brookview Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,134
Netherlands Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,209

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Schenectady, NY

As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the 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 Schenectady apartment is the 903 N Brandywine Ave Model at 903 N Brandywine Ave starting at $1,800 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the Downtown Schenectady 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.
861 Oakwood Ave, Unit 2861 Oakwood Ave3BR,1BA$0.66
903 N Brandywine Ave903 N Brandywine Ave4BR,1BA$1.24
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments2BD Town House2BR,1.5BA$1.44
2965 West Old State RoadTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.64
814 Holland Rd, Unit 4 bedroom Apt814 Holland Rd4BR,1BA$1.40
Hillcrest Village Apartment HomesTwo Bedroom- 975 sqft2BR,1BA$1.52
2950 Hamburg St, Unit 32950 Hamburg St1BR,1BA$1.39
State and Clinton1 Bedroom C1BR,1BA$1.65
Van Antwerp Village Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.65
Shady Lane ApartmentsLeasing Fall 20251BR,1BA$1.30

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Frequently Asked Questions about Schenectady

What type of rentals are currently available in Schenectady?

There are currently 572 Apartments for Rent in Schenectady, NY with pricing that ranges from $775 to $3,450. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Schenectady ranging from $700 to $3,395.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Schenectady ranges from $700 to $3,395 with an average monthly rent of $2,161.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Schenectady?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Schenectady range from $1,500 to $2,675, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $3,195. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $842.

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

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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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What to Know About Fees and Fines When Renting

Written by: Trey Huguley

When it comes to renting a new apartment or home there can be a number of fees that you will want to keep in mind going into the process.

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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.