
Cheap 2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $1,085 (14 Rentals)


364 Michigan Ave

Netherlands Village

Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments

629 Lang St

1066 Webster St, Unit first floor
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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 | $1,132 | $825 | $1,633 |
| Downtown Schenectady 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,625 | $1,095 | $2,166 |
Downtown Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,878 | $1,085 | $3,450 |
| Downtown Schenectady 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $1,375 | $2,675 |
| Downtown Schenectady 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,120 | $1,800 | $2,500 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Schenectady, Schenectady, NY
Ranked #4
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Downtown Schenectady, Schenectady, NY
Schenectady High School
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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 $1,275, while the average apartment in Downtown Schenectady costs $2,060.
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 1 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 $686 which is $1,374 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Downtown Schenectady.
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