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Wade Towers & Garden Apartments
10 Queens DrSchenectady, NY 12304
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Schenectady County, NY from $600 (30 Rentals)
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Wade Estates
15 Lafayette StSchenectady, NY 12305
1030 Eastern Ave
SchenectadyNY12308
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Kelsey Commons
2301 Cambridge RdSchenectady, NY 12304
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Van Buren Apartments
2150 Eastern PkySchenectady, NY 12309
605 Lansing St
SchenectadyNY12303
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Draper Lofts Apartments
901 Draper AveSchenectady, NY 12306
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Shady Lane Apartments
133 Saratoga RdSchenectady, NY 12302
834 Union St
SchenectadyNY12308
1102-1108 Barrett St
SchenectadyNY12305
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Brookview Court Apartments
3 Brookview CtRotterdam, NY 12306
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Rilassare at Rivers Ledge
2 Rivers Run DrSchenectady, NY 12309
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Rotterdam Apartments
3160 Marra LnRotterdam, NY 12306
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13 State Street Apartments
13 State StSchenectady, NY 12305
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Parkside View
920 Albany StSchenectady, NY 12307
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Lent Court
3 Lent CtSchenectady, NY 12306
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118 Jay St
118 Jay StSchenectady, NY 12305
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One 11 Liberty Street
111 Liberty StSchenectady, NY 12305
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Edison Apartments
110-114 Union StSchenectady, NY 12305
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4310-4351 Angela Ct
4310-4351 Angela CtSchenectady, NY 12304
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Edison Senior Apartments
1310 Princetown RdSchenectady, NY 12306
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Hillside Crossing
736 Albany StSchenectady, NY 12307
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148 Clinton St
148 Clinton StSchenectady, NY 12305
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Redburn Stockade
4 Union StSchenectady, NY 12305
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Willow Heights Apartments
2400 Albany StSchenectady, NY 12304
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Northside Village
2450 Van Vranken AveSchenectady, NY 12308
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John Glen House
58 Washington AveSchenectady, NY 12305
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Scotia Manor Luxury Apartments
49 Mohawk AveScotia, NY 12302
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The Foster
508 State StSchenectady, NY 12305
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Colonial Commons Apartments
1419 Erie BlvdSchenectady, NY 12305
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Schenectady County, NY Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Schenectady County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schenectady County Studio Apartments | $976 | $810 | $1,280 |
| Schenectady County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $900 | $2,095 |
| Schenectady County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,763 | $986 | $3,450 |
| Schenectady County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,025 | $1,500 | $2,725 |
| Schenectady County 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,510 | $867 | $2,163 |
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Cheapest Available Schenectady County Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Schenectady County, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at College Suites at Washington Square in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood priced from $867. Brookview Court Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,183. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Schenectady County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Suites at Washington Square | 4 Bedroom/2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $867 |
| Brookview Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,183 |
| Netherlands Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,239 |
| 916 Kings Rd | One Bedroom Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 3 State St | The Alexandria 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| 1675 Avenue B | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Niskayuna Gardens | Niskayuna 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,359 |
| Willowbrook Terrace Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Schenectady County, NY
As of July 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Schenectady County area is the $1.42 price per square foot 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Presidential Model at Van Antwerp Village Apartments in the in the Outer Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,699. The second greatest value Schenectady County apartment is the 250 Elm St Model at 250 Elm St, Unit FirstFloor starting at $1,650 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Schenectady County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Van Antwerp Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Presidential | 2BR,2BA | $1.42 |
| 250 Elm St, Unit FirstFloor | 250 Elm St | 3BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 301 Riverside Ave, Unit Secondfloorfront | 301 Riverside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Willowbrook Terrace Apartments | 2x2a | 2BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| 3 State St | The Alexandria 2 | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| 2156 Curry Rd | 2156 Curry Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 17 Western Pky, Unit 1st flr | 17 Western Pky | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 435 Second St, Unit 435 2nd St | 435 Second St | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 1675 Avenue B | 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| College Suites at Washington Square | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Schenectady County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Schenectady County?
The cheapest apartment in Schenectady County is Brookview Court Apartments which is listed at $1,183, while the average apartment in Schenectady County costs $1,950.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Schenectady County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 2 regular apartments in Schenectady County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Schenectady County?
Cheap apartments in Schenectady County have an average cost of $989 which is $961 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Schenectady County.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Robin Stewart
Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.
Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.