
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY (153 Rentals)


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State and Clinton

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Netherlands Village

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Hampshire

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619 Union St, Unit 4

101 Nott Terrace, Unit apt 109

101 Nott Terrace, Unit #304

101 Nott Terrace, Unit 307

1 Chestnut St

834 Union St

949 Maple Ave

2184-2186 Avenue B

3 Washington Ave

834 Union St
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6 Mixed-Use Multi-Family

1929 Van Vranken Ave

8 Union St

856 Union St

1054 University Pl

238 Union St

1309 State St

1091 Wendell Ave

910-912 Francis Ave

1424 Albany St
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1231 Congress St

17 Grove Pl

1012-1014 Regent St

1062 Gillespie St

912 Dean St

2221 Broadway

1075 Park Ave

1568 Van Vranken Ave

Elmer Gardens

121 Park Pl
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1052 Barrett St

5 Madison St

215 Front St

1101 Barrett St

Fourplex

26 Columbia St

1042 Park Ave

210 Union St

1705 Guilderland Ave

7 N Ferry St
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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 | $1,098 | $825 | $1,300 |
| Downtown Schenectady 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,541 | $900 | $2,395 |
Downtown Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,037 | $1,135 | $3,450 |
| Downtown Schenectady 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,920 | $1,500 | $2,800 |
| Downtown Schenectady 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,675 | $1,500 | $1,850 |
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There are currently 153 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 The Reserve at Glenville and is listed at 1,337 square feet priced from $2,000. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Reserve at Glenville | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath w/ Attached Garage | 1,337 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
| Niskayuna Gardens | Niskayuna 2 with Den | 1,100 Sq Ft | $1,659 |
| State and Clinton | 2 Bedroom C | 1,007 Sq Ft | $1,695 |
| College Suites at Washington Square | 2 Bedroom/1 Bath | 760 Sq Ft | $986 |
| Netherlands Village | 2 Bedroom | 500 Sq Ft | $1,289 |
Cheapest Available Downtown Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown Schenectady of Albany, NY is the 2 Bedroom Model starting from $1,289 at Netherlands Village. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown Schenectady is currently $2,037. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands Village | 2 Bedroom | $1,289 |
| Niskayuna Gardens | Niskayuna 2 BR | $1,559 |
| State and Clinton | 2 Bedroom C | $1,695 |
| The Reserve at Glenville | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath w/ Detached Garage | $1,815 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Downtown Schenectady Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown Schenectady with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Downtown Schenectady is at Netherlands Village listed at $1,289.
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 $2,037.
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 1,337 square feet unit starting from $2,000 at The Reserve at Glenville.
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 1,142 sq ft.
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