
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $700 (36 Rentals)


1213 State St

Wade Estates

Van Buren Apartments

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7 Union St

Draper Lofts Apartments

71 N Brandywine Ave

1102-1108 Barrett St

Netherlands Village
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State and Clinton

Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments

Sheridan

Stateside Lofts

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21 Vassar St, Unit 21 Vassar St, Unit 21 Vassar St

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126 N College St, Unit 2, Unit 2

132 Broadway Lofts

River House Apartments

13 State Street Apartments
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One 11 Liberty Street

118 Jay St

Hillside Crossing

Redburn Stockade

148 Clinton St

Northside Village

1675 Avenue B - Franklin School Apartments

John Glen House

Edison Apartments
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The Foster

Colonial Commons Apartments

Schaffer Heights Senior Apartments

527 Alexander St

Hillcrest Village Apartment Homes

Niskayuna Gardens

The Residences at Fox Meadow

470 Summer St

Scotia Manor Luxury Apartments
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Downtown Schenectady, Schenectady, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Schenectady?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Schenectady Studio Apartments | $1,066 | $825 | $1,255 |
Downtown Schenectady 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,488 | $700 | $2,034 |
| Downtown Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,815 | $986 | $3,450 |
| Downtown Schenectady 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,923 | $1,425 | $2,675 |
| Downtown Schenectady 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $725 | $2,300 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Schenectady, Schenectady, NY
Schenectady High School
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Schenectady Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Downtown Schenectady?
The cheapest apartment in Downtown Schenectady is Netherlands Village which is listed at $1,239, while the average apartment in Downtown Schenectady costs $1,850.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Downtown Schenectady?
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 3 regular apartments in Downtown Schenectady 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 Downtown Schenectady?
Cheap apartments in Downtown Schenectady have an average cost of $757 which is $1,093 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Schenectady.
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This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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