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Cheapest Available Schenectady County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Schenectady County, NY is a Studio unit found at Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood priced from $975. Netherlands Village in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,220. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Schenectady County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$975
Netherlands Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,220
916 Kings RdOne Bedroom Apartment1BR,1BA$1,295
The Residence at Fort HunterD2BR,1BA$1,300
Brookview Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,329

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Schenectady County, NY

As of January 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Schenectady County area is the $0.65 price per square foot 1071 Van Velsen St Model at 1071 Van Velsen St, Unit 3 downstairs in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Schenectady County apartment is the The Stockade Model at Washington Square Apartments starting at $2,163 with a $1.66 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1071 Van Velsen St, Unit 3 downstairs1071 Van Velsen St2BR,1BA$0.65
Washington Square ApartmentsThe Stockade4BR,2BA$1.66
30 Jay St, Unit 30 Jay30 Jay St2BR,1BA$1.54
301 Riverside Ave, Unit FirstFloorFront301 Riverside Ave1BR,1BA$1.35
7988 Mariaville Rd, Unit 27988 Mariaville Rd2BR,2BA$1.25
1039 Palmer Ave, Unit 1037 Palmer Avenue1039 Palmer Ave3BR,1BA$1.45
2100 Curry Rd, Unit Victoria Ct I2100 Curry Rd2BR,1BA$1.45
1616 Rugby Rd, Unit 21616 Rugby Rd3BR,1BA$1.47
Hillcrest Village Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 875 sqft1BR,1BA$1.57
Van Antwerp Village Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.69

Frequently Asked Questions about Schenectady County

What type of rentals are currently available in Schenectady County?

There are currently 608 Apartments for Rent in Schenectady County, NY with pricing that ranges from $810 to $3,450. There are also 53 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Schenectady County ranging from $775 to $2,600.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Schenectady County ranges from $775 to $2,600 with an average monthly rent of $1,640.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Schenectady County range from $1,000 to $2,675, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,200 to $2,600. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,795.

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 Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

Written by: Bob Mallory

Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.