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22 Church St

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714 Union St

71 N Brandywine Ave

1809 Eastern Pkwy

1508 Union St

40 Union St

916 Kings Rd

1552 Helderberg Ave

1005 Strong St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Schenectady?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Schenectady 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,649 | $1,200 | $2,400 |
Schenectady 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,096 | $1,575 | $3,000 |
Schenectady 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,930 | $1,640 | $2,350 |
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Cheapest Available Schenectady Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Schenectady, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Shady Lane Apartments priced from $1,085. 916 Kings Rd in the Outer Schenectady neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,100. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Schenectady apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Shady Lane Apartments | Leasing Early-Mid 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
916 Kings Rd | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments | 1BD Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
Brookview Court Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,207 |
Netherlands Village | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,209 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Schenectady, NY
As of September 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Schenectady area is the $1.58 price per square foot The Stockade Model at Washington Square Apartments in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $2,060. The second greatest value Schenectady apartment is the 826 Hampton Ave Model at 826 Hampton Ave, Unit 2nd Floor starting at $1,800 with a $1.50 price per square foot in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Schenectady apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Washington Square Apartments | The Stockade | 4BR,2BA | $1.58 |
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 |
State and Clinton | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
Willowbrook Terrace Apartments | 2x2a | 2BR,2BA | $1.73 |
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments | 1BD Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
Van Antwerp Village Apartments | 1 Bedroom/1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
Shady Lane Apartments | Leasing Early-Mid 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
Hillcrest Village Apartment Homes | One Bedroom- 760 sqft | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
916 Kings Rd | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Schenectady?
There are currently 608 Apartments for Rent in Schenectady, NY with pricing that ranges from $805 to $3,450. There are also 51 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Schenectady ranging from $995 to $3,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Schenectady?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Schenectady ranges from $995 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,671.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Schenectady?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Schenectady range from $1,500 to $2,625, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,575 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,640 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $2,060.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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