1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Schenectady, NY (238 Rentals)

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Lent Court
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Lent Court

3 Lent CtSchenectady, NY 12306
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4310-4351 Angela Ct
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4310-4351 Angela Ct

4310-4351 Angela CtSchenectady, NY 12304
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Hillside Crossing
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Hillside Crossing

736 Albany StSchenectady, NY 12307
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Kelsey Commons
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Kelsey Commons

2301 Cambridge RdSchenectady, NY 12304
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Edison Apartments
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Edison Apartments

110-114 Union StSchenectady, NY 12305
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118 Jay St
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118 Jay St

118 Jay StSchenectady, NY 12305
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The Foster
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The Foster

508 State StSchenectady, NY 12305
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242 Broadway
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242 Broadway

242 BroadwaySchenectady, NY 12305
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Schenectady, NY Local Guide

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Largest Available Schenectady 1 Bedroom Apartments

The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Schenectady, NY is found at Hampton Run and is 1,000 square feet priced from $1,815. The Lofts at Frog Alley in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 960 square feet and currently listed start at $2,166. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Schenectady:

Apartment ListingModel NameSquare FootagePriced From
Hampton RunOne Bedroom Large1,000 Sq Ft$1,815
The Lofts at Frog AlleyO Connor960 Sq Ft$2,166
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments1BD Apartments900 Sq Ft$1,125
Niskayuna GardensNiskayuna 1BR Den900 Sq Ft$1,459
The Reserve at Glenville1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Attached Garage802 Sq Ft$1,730
Van Antwerp Village Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath800 Sq Ft$1,319
Burdeck Street Apartments1BR/1.0BA800 Sq Ft$1,395
State and Clinton1 Bedroom A663 Sq Ft$1,285

Cheapest Available Schenectady 1 Bedroom Apartments

As of June 28, 2025 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Schenectady, NY is the Leasing Earliest Late 2025/Early 2026 Model starting from $985 at Shady Lane Apartments . The second most affordable Schenectady 1 Bedroom is the 1BD Apartments Model at Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments starting at $1,125 in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood. The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Schenectady is currently $1,587. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Schenectady:

Apartment ListingModel NamePriced From
Shady Lane ApartmentsLeasing Earliest Late 2025/Early 2026$985
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments1BD Apartments$1,125
Brookview Court Apartments1 Bedroom$1,202
Netherlands Village1 Bedroom$1,209
916 Kings Rd1 Bed, 1 bath$1,265
State and Clinton1 Bedroom A$1,285
Van Antwerp Village Apartments1 Bedroom/1 Bath$1,319
Niskayuna GardensNiskayuna 1 BR$1,359
Burdeck Street Apartments1BR/1.0BA$1,395

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Schenectady Overview

Located a short distance from the New York state capital of Albany, Schenectady is a jewel of the Empire State. Roughly translated to mean 'among the pines', this scenic natural hotspot offers much in the way of city amenities and job opportunities.

Why live in Schenectady, NY?

Flush with historic hotspots and home to both Price Chopper Supermarkets as well as the New York Lottery headquarters, this on-the-move blue collar locale is a great place to raise a family or expand a career. Offering much in the way of natural splendor and scenic architecture, Schenectady apartments remain a popular draw for many in the upstate New York vicinity.

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Getting Around Schenectady, NY

Walk Score®

63 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

48 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

27 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Schenectady Apartments

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Schenectady Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Schenectady is $1,587.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Schenectady Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Schenectady is a 1,000 square feet unit starting from $1,815 at Hampton Run.

What is the average size for Schenectady 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Schenectady is currently 964 sq ft.

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