Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mt Pleasant Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $700 (34 Rentals)
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71 N Brandywine Ave

110 Union St

10 River St, Unit Apt 2

1701 Carrie St

Wellington Gardens

1066 Webster St, Unit first floor

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Mt Pleasant, Schenectady, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mt Pleasant?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mt Pleasant Studio Apartments | $1,068 | $805 | $1,775 |
| Mt Pleasant 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,594 | $725 | $2,166 |
| Mt Pleasant 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,943 | $1,223 | $3,450 |
| Mt Pleasant 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,790 | $1,500 | $2,650 |
| Mt Pleasant 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,130 | $2,060 | $2,200 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 34 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mt Pleasant Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY.
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Cheapest Available Mt Pleasant Apartments for Rent
 | Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| The Wedgeway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,549 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mt Pleasant, NY
As of December 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mt Pleasant area is the $1.31 price per square foot 349 Mohawk Ave Model at 349 Mohawk Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Mt Pleasant apartment is the 13 N Jay St Model at 13 N Jay St, Unit 2 starting at $725 with a $0.52 price per square foot in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mt Pleasant apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 349 Mohawk Ave, Unit 1 | 349 Mohawk Ave | 4BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| 13 N Jay St, Unit 2 | 13 N Jay St | 1BR,1BA | $0.52 |
| 821 Hamilton St, Unit Upper | 821 Hamilton St | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
| Washington Square Apartments | The Stockade | 4BR,2BA | $1.58 |
| 301 Riverside Ave, Unit FirstFloorFront | 301 Riverside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.43 |
| 651 McClellan St, Unit 651 McClellan St | 651 McClellan St | 3BR,1BA | $1.29 |
| 307 Division St, Unit 307 DIVISION ST | 307 Division St | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 1231 Congress St, Unit #2R | 1231 Congress St | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| State and Clinton | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
| 633 Hamilton St, Unit 1 | 633 Hamilton St | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
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Getting Around the Mt Pleasant Neighborhood in Schenectady, NY
Walk Score®
65 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
47 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
38 / 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 Mt Pleasant Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mt Pleasant?
The cheapest apartment in Mt Pleasant is State and Clinton which is listed at $1,335, while the average apartment in Mt Pleasant costs $2,130.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mt Pleasant?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 1 regular apartments in Mt Pleasant that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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