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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $700 (27 Rentals)
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$825 - $865Studio Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Wade Estates
15 Lafayette StSchenectady, NY 12305
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$1,000 - $1,0851 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Van Buren Apartments
2150 Eastern PkySchenectady, NY 12309
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$1,050 - $1,850Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Contact Us For Availability
Draper Lofts Apartments
901 Draper AveSchenectady, NY 12306
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$1,1251 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments
225 state StSchenectady, NY 12305
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$1,209 - $1,4101 to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Netherlands Village
1455 Dorwaldt BlvdSchenectady, NY 12308
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$1,215 - $1,655Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hampshire
2150 Rosa RdSchenectady, NY 12309
109 Park Pl
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813 Stanley St
SchenectadyNY12307
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments
1675 Avenue B - Franklin School Apartments
1675 Avenue BSchenectady, NY 12308
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$1,260 - $2,8801 to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Hillcrest Village Apartment Homes
1515 Hillside AveNiskayuna, NY 12309
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Downtown Schenectady, Schenectady, NY Local Guide
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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 | $1,198 | $800 | $1,633 |
| Downtown Schenectady 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,666 | $1,000 | $2,720 |
| Downtown Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,091 | $1,085 | $3,450 |
| Downtown Schenectady 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,989 | $1,500 | $2,625 |
| Downtown Schenectady 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $1,595 | $2,060 |
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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 Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments priced from $1,125. Netherlands Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,209. 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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| Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments | 1BD Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| Netherlands Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,209 |
| Hampshire | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,215 |
| Sheridan | 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Hillcrest Village Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 875 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1,380 |
| Glen Esk Apartments | 101 | 1BR,1BA | $1,550 |
| The Lofts at Frog Alley | Shortell | Studio,1BA | $1,633 |
| Willowbrook Terrace Apartments | 2x2b | 2BR,2BA | $1,650 |
| Electric City | Edison | 1BR,1BA | $1,685 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Schenectady, NY
As of August 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Schenectady area is the $1.13 price per square foot 301 Riverside Ave Model at 301 Riverside Ave, Unit 2 fl front in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Downtown Schenectady apartment is the SHARED 4BR unit Model at Washington Square Apartments starting at $842 with a $0.64 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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| 301 Riverside Ave, Unit 2 fl front | 301 Riverside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.13 |
| Washington Square Apartments | SHARED 4BR unit | 4BR,2BA | $0.64 |
| 826 Hampton Ave, Unit 2nd Floor | 826 Hampton Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 1809 Van Vranken Ave, Unit Front unit | 1809 Van Vranken Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| Willowbrook Terrace Apartments | 2x2a | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
| State and Clinton | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1.99 |
| Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments | 1BD Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Reserve at Glenville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Attached Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Glen Esk Apartments | 101 | 1BR,1BA | $1.90 |
| Hillcrest Village Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 760 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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Best Local Schools in Downtown Schenectady, Schenectady, NY
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Public School - Grades 9-12 (2743)
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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 $1,125 at Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments.
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 $1,359 at Netherlands Village.
What is the most affordable Downtown Schenectady Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Downtown Schenectady Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Reserve at Glenville and starts from $1,950.
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