
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY (127 Rentals)


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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 |
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Downtown Schenectady Studio Apartments | $1,302 | $825 | $1,865 |
Downtown Schenectady 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,643 | $1,000 | $3,043 |
Downtown Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,025 | $1,085 | $3,450 |
Downtown Schenectady 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,029 | $1,300 | $2,675 |
Downtown Schenectady 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,865 | $1,500 | $2,300 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 127 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY.
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Largest Available Downtown Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown Schenectady area of Albany, NY is found at Electric City and is listed at 2,177 square feet priced from $2,975. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
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Electric City | Executive Loft 2BR | 2,177 Sq Ft | $2,975 |
The Lofts at Frog Alley | Pollard | 1,392 Sq Ft | $2,677 |
The Reserve at Glenville | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath w/ Attached Garage | 1,337 Sq Ft | $1,915 |
The Residences at Fox Meadow | Peacock2 | 1,294 Sq Ft | $2,465 |
Van Antwerp Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom/2 Bath Presidential | 1,200 Sq Ft | $1,619 |
Niskayuna Gardens | Niskayuna 2 with Den | 1,100 Sq Ft | $1,659 |
The Residences at Vista Square I & II | Chestnut | 1,076 Sq Ft | $1,925 |
Willowbrook Terrace Apartments | 2x2a | 923 Sq Ft | $1,525 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Schenectady of Albany, NY is the 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath Executive Model starting from $1,519 at Van Antwerp Village Apartments. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Schenectady is currently $2,025. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
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Van Antwerp Village Apartments | 2 Bedroom/1.5 Bath Executive | $1,519 |
Willowbrook Terrace Apartments | 2x2a | $1,525 |
Niskayuna Gardens | Niskayuna 2 BR | $1,559 |
The Reserve at Glenville | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath w/ Attached Garage | $1,915 |
The Residences at Vista Square I & II | Chestnut | $1,925 |
The Residences at Fox Meadow | Peacock2 | $2,465 |
The Lofts at Frog Alley | Pollard | $2,677 |
Electric City | Executive Loft 2BR | $2,975 |
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Getting Around the Downtown Schenectady Neighborhood in Schenectady, NY
Walk Score®
87 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
49 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Downtown Schenectady Apartments
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Downtown Schenectady Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Schenectady is $2,025.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Downtown Schenectady Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Schenectady is a 2,177 square feet unit starting from $2,975 at Electric City.
What is the average size for Downtown Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Downtown Schenectady is currently 1,100 sq ft.
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