Cheap Apartments for Rent in Scotia, NY from $700 (24 Rentals)
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Wade Estates

Shady Lane Apartments

438 N Brandywine Ave

110 Union St

The Foster

1270 Main St

State and Clinton

1917-1919 Avenue B

1259-1261 Glenwood Blvd

Wellington Gardens

1675 Avenue B - Franklin School Apartments
Scotia, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scotia?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Cheap Scotia Studio Apartments | $1,255 | $825 | $1,633 |
Cheap Scotia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,635 | $985 | $2,325 |
Cheap Scotia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,068 | $1,025 | $3,450 |
Cheap Scotia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,102 | $1,500 | $2,675 |
Cheap Scotia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,121 | $842 | $1,400 |
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Cheapest Available Scotia Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Scotia, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Shady Lane Apartments priced from $985. State and Clinton in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,225. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scotia apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Shady Lane Apartments | Leasing Fall 2025 | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments | 2BD Town House | 2BR,1BA | $1,600 |
The Lofts at Frog Alley | Shortell | Studio,1BA | $1,633 |
The Reserve at Glenville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Attached Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1,680 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scotia, NY
As of March 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scotia 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 Scotia 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 Scotia apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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1822 Guilderland Ave, Unit 2 floor back | 1822 Guilderland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.29 |
861 Oakwood Ave, Unit 2 | 861 Oakwood Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.66 |
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments | 2BD Town House | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.44 |
814 Holland Rd, Unit 4 bedroom Apt | 814 Holland Rd | 4BR,1BA | $1.40 |
Glen Esk Apartments | 203 | 2BR,2BA | $1.86 |
Electric City | American | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
The Reserve at Glenville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Attached Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1.91 |
81 Cheltingham Ave, Unit A- Lower Level | 81 Cheltingham Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.69 |
State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.59 |
Shady Lane Apartments | Leasing Fall 2025 | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scotia Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Scotia?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Scotia is at The Lofts at Frog Alley listed at $1,633.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scotia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scotia Apartment is $985 at Shady Lane Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Scotia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Scotia is starting from $1,250 at Shady Lane Apartments.
What is the most affordable Scotia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Scotia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at and starts from $1,500.
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