
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $986 (13 Rentals)


Wade Estates

Van Buren Apartments

1121 10th Ave

Netherlands Village

922 State St
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13 State Street Apartments

Parkside View

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Hillside Crossing

1675 Avenue B - Franklin School Apartments

John Glen House
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Northside Village
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Schenectady?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Schenectady Studio Apartments | $1,169 | $825 | $1,698 |
| Downtown Schenectady 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,465 | $970 | $1,990 |
Downtown Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,767 | $986 | $3,450 |
| Downtown Schenectady 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,932 | $1,500 | $2,725 |
| Downtown Schenectady 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $750 | $2,300 |
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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 $1,289, while the average apartment in Downtown Schenectady costs $1,995.
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 $1,010 which is $985 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Schenectady.
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