
Homes for Rent in Schenectady, NY Under $2,000 (37 Rentals)


3 Washington Ave

3936 Albany St

3035 Lone Pine Rd

311 Division St

1209 Congress St, Unit # 6 (3 rd floor)

1049 Park Ave

101 Nott Terrace, Unit #304

825 Stanley St
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540 Northend Dr, Unit 3210

3587 Carman Rd, Unit A

101 Nott Terrace, Unit apt 109

1609 Foster Ave, Unit Modern 3 bedroom apartment

1037 University Pl

2184-2186 Avenue B

833 Grant Ave

101 Nott Terrace, Unit 307

332 Duane Ave
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68 Vley Rd, Unit #16

68 Vley Rd, Unit #12

604 Via Ponderosa

1924 Jerome Ave, Unit 1924 Jerome Avenue

465 Kings Rd, Unit #1

68 Vley Rd, Unit #8

3058 McDonald Ave

1617 Campbell Ave, Unit Floor 2

3736 Carman Rd, Unit #3
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815 Grant Ave

506 Michigan Ave

949 Maple Ave

905 Balltown Rd

407 Sanders Ave

25A Pine Ln

107 North Ten Broeck Street

6 North Ten Broeck Street, Unit First floor

27 McElwain Ave
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705 Hudson Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Schenectady?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Schenectady 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,835 | $1,100 | $2,650 |
| Schenectady 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,199 | $1,250 | $3,300 |
| Schenectady 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,425 | $2,600 | $4,000 |
| Schenectady 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,875 | $2,000 | $3,750 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Schenectady?
There are currently 611 Apartments for Rent in Schenectady, NY with pricing that ranges from $810 to $3,450. There are also 56 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Schenectady ranging from $950 to $4,000.
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 $950 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,861.
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 $2,745, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,250 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,850.
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