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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 $1,085. 916 Kings Rd in the Outer Schenectady neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Schenectady County apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Shady Lane ApartmentsLeasing Early-Mid 20261BR,1BA$1,085
916 Kings Rd1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1,100
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments1BD Apartments1BR,1BA$1,125
Brookview Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,186
Netherlands Village1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,209

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Schenectady County, NY

As of September 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Schenectady County area is the $1.13 price per square foot 301 Riverside Ave Model at 301 Riverside Ave, Unit 2 fl front in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Schenectady County apartment is the The Stockade Model at Washington Square Apartments starting at $2,060 with a $1.58 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.
301 Riverside Ave, Unit 2 fl front301 Riverside Ave1BR,1BA$1.13
Washington Square ApartmentsThe Stockade4BR,2BA$1.58
826 Hampton Ave, Unit 2nd Floor826 Hampton Ave3BR,1BA$1.50
State and Clinton2 Bedroom A2BR,1BA$1.78
Willowbrook Terrace Apartments2x2a2BR,2BA$1.73
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments1BD Apartments1BR,1BA$1.25
Hillcrest Village Apartment HomesOne Bedroom- 875 sqft1BR,1BA$1.57
Van Antwerp Village Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.69
Shady Lane ApartmentsLeasing Early-Mid 20261BR,1BA$1.43
916 Kings Rd1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.47

Frequently Asked Questions about Schenectady County

What type of rentals are currently available in Schenectady County?

There are currently 581 Apartments for Rent in Schenectady County, NY with pricing that ranges from $805 to $3,450. There are also 35 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Schenectady County ranging from $875 to $2,850.

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 $875 to $2,850 with an average monthly rent of $1,527.

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 $1,800 to $2,800, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $2,850. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,640 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,060.

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