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property at 6 Harvard St

6 Harvard St

SchenectadyNY12304

Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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property at 1504 Union St

1504 Union St

SchenectadyNY12309

The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Cheapest Available Schenectady County Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Schenectady County, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Shady Lane Apartments priced from $985. Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,125. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Schenectady County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shady Lane ApartmentsLeasing Earliest Late 2025/Early 20261BR,1BA$985
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments1BD Apartments1BR,1BA$1,125
Brookview Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,184

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Schenectady County, NY

As of July 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Schenectady County area is the $0.60 price per square foot 1002 Cutler St Model at 1002 Cutler St, Unit Cutler in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Schenectady County apartment is the Executive Loft 2BR Model at Electric City starting at $3,130 with a $1.44 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.
1002 Cutler St, Unit Cutler1002 Cutler St3BR,1BA$0.60
Electric CityExecutive Loft 2BR2BR,2.5BA$1.44
Washington Square ApartmentsSHARED 4BR unit4BR,2BA$0.64
Glen Esk Apartments3BR/2.0BA3BR,2BA$1.54
301 Riverside Ave, Unit 1stfloorback301 Riverside Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
810 Lincoln Ave, Unit Hana810 Lincoln Ave4BR,1BA$1.44
1809 Van Vranken Ave, Unit Front unit1809 Van Vranken Ave3BR,1BA$1.33
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments1BD Apartments1BR,1BA$1.25
1753 Eastern Pky, Unit Apt 31753 Eastern Pky1BR,1BA$1.29
Shady Lane ApartmentsLeasing Earliest Late 2025/Early 20261BR,1BA$1.30

Frequently Asked Questions about Schenectady County

What type of rentals are currently available in Schenectady County?

There are currently 591 Apartments for Rent in Schenectady County, NY with pricing that ranges from $805 to $3,450. There are also 30 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Schenectady County ranging from $700 to $3,000.

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 $700 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,730.

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 $1,400 to $3,276, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $2,700. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,950 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,300.

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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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

Renting an apartment or house isn’t just about looking through online ads, choosing a few apartments or homes you want to tour, filling out an application, and putting down a deposit. Those things are all necessary and important.

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The Freedom of Short-Term Leases: Exploring the Advantages for Renters

Written by: Bobbi Jackson

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