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

860 Eastern Ave

Draper Lofts Apartments

1057 Palmer Ave, Unit Second Floor

Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments

Hampshire Apartments

The Foster

1917-1919 Avenue B

110 Union St
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Rilassare at Rivers Ledge

Netherlands Village

State and Clinton

1270 Main St

148 Clinton St

Sheridan Apartments

132 Broadway Lofts

965 Livingston Ave

96 Robinson St

609 Crane St

222 Linden St

1675 Avenue B - Franklin School Apartments

301 Riverside Ave, Unit 1stfloorback
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 | $1,265 | $825 | $1,740 |
Downtown Schenectady 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,612 | $995 | $2,510 |
Downtown Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,045 | $1,045 | $3,480 |
Downtown Schenectady 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $1,300 | $2,675 |
Downtown Schenectady 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,398 | $842 | $1,650 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Schenectady Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Schenectady area of Albany, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at State and Clinton priced from $1,225. Van Antwerp Village Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,319. Here are the most affordable Downtown Schenectady apartments for rent in Albany, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,225 |
Van Antwerp Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,319 |
Niskayuna Gardens | Niskayuna 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,329 |
Willowbrook Terrace Apartments | 2x2a | 2BR,2BA | $1,495 |
Glen Esk Apartments | 201 | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
The Lofts at Frog Alley | Shortell | Studio,1BA | $1,633 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Schenectady, NY
As of April 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Schenectady area is the $0.66 price per square foot 861 Oakwood Ave Model at 861 Oakwood Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Downtown Schenectady apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath w/ Attached Garage Model at The Reserve at Glenville starting at $1,865 with a $1.39 price per square foot in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Schenectady apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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861 Oakwood Ave, Unit 2 | 861 Oakwood Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.66 |
The Reserve at Glenville | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath w/ Attached Garage | 2BR,2BA | $1.39 |
301 Riverside Ave, Unit 1stfloorback | 301 Riverside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.08 |
The Residences at Vista Square I & II | Hemlock | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
Willowbrook Terrace Apartments | 2x2 Den | 2BR,2BA | $1.70 |
156-1 6th St, Unit 156 Sixth St Apt 1 | 156-1 6th St | 2BR,1BA | $1.67 |
1057 Palmer Ave, Unit Second Floor | 1057 Palmer Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.29 |
Glen Esk Apartments | 201 | 1BR,1BA | $1.89 |
Van Antwerp Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.65 |
State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.62 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Schenectady Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Schenectady Apartment is $1,225 at State and Clinton.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Schenectady Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Schenectady is starting from $1,495 at Willowbrook Terrace Apartments.
What is the most affordable Downtown Schenectady Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Schenectady Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 132 Broadway Lofts and starts from $1,995.
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