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property at 470 Summer St

$1,000

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470 Summer St

RotterdamNY12306
property at 901 Nott St

$1,295

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901 Nott St, Unit 1 Rear, Unit 1 Rear

901 Nott St
SchenectadyNY12308

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property at 418 Division St

$1,500

3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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418 Division St

SchenectadyNY12304

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Niskayuna, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Niskayuna Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Niskayuna, NY is a Studio unit found at Rilassare at Rivers Ledge priced from $1,200. Netherlands Village in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,239. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Niskayuna apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rilassare at Rivers LedgeUnit Type FStudio,1BA$1,200
Netherlands Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,239
Niskayuna GardensNiskayuna 1 BR1BR,1BA$1,299
Hillcrest Village Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 760 sqft1BR,1BA$1,345
Van Antwerp Village Apartments2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath Executive2BR,1BA$1,579

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Niskayuna, NY and Nearby

As of April 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Niskayuna area is the $2.15 price per square foot Unit C (Apt. 201 & 204) Model at Rivers Ledge Apartments in the starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Niskayuna apartment is the 1817 Hillside Ave Model at 1817 Hillside Ave, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $1,650 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Outer Schenectady neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Niskayuna apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Rivers Ledge ApartmentsUnit C (Apt. 201 & 204)2BR,2BA$2.15
1817 Hillside Ave, Unit 2nd Floor1817 Hillside Ave2BR,1BA$1.38
Van Antwerp Village Apartments2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath Executive2BR,1.5BA$1.58
Willowbrook Terrace Apartments2x2a2BR,2BA$1.73
Tall Oaks Apartments2 Bedroom-D2BR,1.5BA$1.79
21 Vassar St, Unit 21 Vassar St21 Vassar St1BR,1BA$1.44
The Reserve at Glenville1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Attached Garage1BR,1BA$2.00
Hillcrest Village Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 760 sqft1BR,1BA$1.78
Niskayuna GardensDalewood 1BR Den1BR,1BA$2.00
Rilassare at Rivers LedgeUnit Type FStudio ,1BA$2.26

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Frequently Asked Questions about Niskayuna

What type of rentals are currently available in Niskayuna?

There are currently 314 Apartments for Rent in Niskayuna, NY with pricing that ranges from $700 to $3,450. There are also 47 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Niskayuna ranging from $1,000 to $5,500.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Niskayuna ranges from $1,000 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,577.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Niskayuna range from $1,450 to $2,625, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $3,545. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,695.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

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