
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mt Pleasant Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $700 (23 Rentals)
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1213 State St

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315 McClellan St, Unit 2R

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1584 Van Vranken Ave, Unit R1
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71 N Brandywine Ave

1719 Broadway

13 State Street Apartments

Parkside View

118 Jay St

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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 | $979 | $810 | $1,633 |
| Mt Pleasant 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,584 | $875 | $2,395 |
| Mt Pleasant 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,896 | $1,250 | $3,450 |
| Mt Pleasant 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,803 | $1,250 | $2,695 |
| Mt Pleasant 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,979 | $1,795 | $2,163 |
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There are currently 23 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 | $1,315 |
| The Wedgeway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,549 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mt Pleasant, NY
As of March 11, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mt Pleasant area is the $0.16 price per square foot 1822 Guilderland Ave Model at 1822 Guilderland Ave, Unit 2 floor back apt in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,600. The second greatest value Mt Pleasant apartment is the Apartment 3B Model at 132 Broadway Lofts starting at $2,045 with a $1.38 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1822 Guilderland Ave, Unit 2 floor back apt | 1822 Guilderland Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.16 |
| 132 Broadway Lofts | Apartment 3B | 3BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| Washington Square Apartments | The Stockade | 4BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| 30 Jay St, Unit 30 Jay | 30 Jay St | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| Electric City Apartments | Central | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| 1231 Congress St, Unit #2R | 1231 Congress St | 2BR,1BA | $1.26 |
| 301 Riverside Ave | 301 Riverside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.36 |
| 1616 Rugby Rd, Unit Unit 2 | 1616 Rugby Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 315 McClellan St, Unit 2R | 315 McClellan St | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
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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 $1,315, while the average apartment in Mt Pleasant costs $1,979.
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 2 regular apartments in Mt Pleasant that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mt Pleasant?
Cheap apartments in Mt Pleasant have an average cost of $617 which is $1,362 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mt Pleasant.
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