Pet Friendly Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY (61 Rentals)
Apartments for rent in the Downtown Schenectady area of Schenectady that love your dogs or cats as much as you do!

Netherlands Village

River House Apartments
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Colonial Commons Apartments

242 Broadway
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 | $1,197 | $825 | $1,775 |
| Downtown Schenectady 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,598 | $1,000 | $2,166 |
| Downtown Schenectady 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,847 | $1,085 | $3,450 |
| Downtown Schenectady 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,882 | $1,500 | $2,675 |
| Downtown Schenectady 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,280 | $2,060 | $2,500 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 61 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Schenectady Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY.
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Most Pet Friendly Downtown Schenectady Apartments for Rent
The apartment community in the Downtown Schenectady area of Albany, NY that ranks the highest in Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score on ApartmentHomeLiving.com is Wade Estates with prices starting from $825 and a Pet Friendly score of 4 of 4. River House Apartments scores the second highest with a 3.8 of 4 and has availability currently starting from $1,400. Here are the most Pet Friendly Downtown Schenectady apartments for rent in Albany, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Pet Rating | Neighborhood | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wade Estates | 4/4 | Seward Place | $825 |
| River House Apartments | 3.8/4 | Outer Schenectady | $1,400 |
| The Wedgeway | 3.6/4 | Seward Place | $1,549 |
| Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments | 3.4/4 | Seward Place | $975 |
Cheapest Pet Friendly Apartment Rentals in Downtown Schenectady
The lowest priced apartment unit that allows pets currently in the Downtown Schenectady of Downtown Schenectady is the 1 Bedroom Model at Netherlands Village, which is a 1 Bed unit starting from $1,220. The second cheapest Downtown Schenectady Pet Friendly apartment is the 1 Bedroom A 1 Bed unit at State and Clinton starting at $1,335. Here are the most affordable Pet Friendly Downtown Schenectady apartments:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands Village | 1 Bedroom | $1,220 |
| State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom A | $1,335 |
| The Wedgeway | One Bedroom | $1,549 |
| The Lofts at Frog Alley | Shortell | $1,633 |
| Willowbrook Terrace Apartments | 2x2b | $1,650 |
| Electric City Apartments | Edison | $1,744 |
| Glen Esk Apartments | 202 | $1,810 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Schenectady, Schenectady, NY
Ranked #2
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
School data provided by Great Schools
Family-Friendly Rating
Do you have young ones? Downtown Schenectady is a favorite neighborhood for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. Family Friendly communities provide resources like parks, pet amenities, playgrounds, picnic areas, recreation rooms, walking and biking trails, and having the best-rated schools available.
Outdoors Rating
Are you somebody that needs to live with access to parks and outdoor amenities? this area is providing first-class access to the great outdoors, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
Pet Friendly Rating
Do you have dogs or cats? this area ranks highly for raising pets (dogs and cats), with a score of 4.0 out of 4.
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 Pet Friendly Downtown Schenectady Apartments
How much is the average rent for a Pet Friendly Downtown Schenectady Apartment?
The average rent for a Pet Friendly Apartment in Downtown Schenectady is $1,620.
What is the largest Pet Friendly Downtown Schenectady Apartment for rent?
Today's Pet Friendly apartment with the most square footage in Downtown Schenectady is a 1,692 square feet unit starting from $1,250 at 10 River St, Unit Apt 2.
What is the average size for Downtown Schenectady Pet Friendly Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Pet Friendly rental in Downtown Schenectady is currently at 893 sq ft.
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