Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mt Pleasant Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $700 (32 Rentals)

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property at 400 Front St

$1,300 - $1,600

1 Bedroom Rentals

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400 Front St

SchenectadyNY12305

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Parkside View
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Parkside View

920 Albany StSchenectady, NY 12307
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118 Jay St
1 Bedroom Apartments

118 Jay St

118 Jay StSchenectady, NY 12305
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Edison Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Edison Apartments

110-114 Union StSchenectady, NY 12305
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4310-4351 Angela Ct
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

4310-4351 Angela Ct

4310-4351 Angela CtSchenectady, NY 12304
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Hillside Crossing
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hillside Crossing

736 Albany StSchenectady, NY 12307
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Redburn Stockade
1 Bedroom Apartments

Redburn Stockade

4 Union StSchenectady, NY 12305

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John Glen House
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

John Glen House

58 Washington AveSchenectady, NY 12305
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The Foster
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Foster

508 State StSchenectady, NY 12305

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Mt Pleasant, Schenectady, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mt Pleasant Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mt Pleasant area of Albany, NY is a Studio unit found at Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments priced from $975. State and Clinton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,335. Here are the most affordable Mt Pleasant apartments for rent in Albany, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$975
State and Clinton1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1,335
The WedgewayOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,549
The Lofts at Frog AlleyShortellStudio,1BA$1,633
The Residences at Vista Square I & IIAspen1BR,1BA$1,750

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mt Pleasant, NY

As of January 23, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mt Pleasant area is the $0.65 price per square foot 1071 Van Velsen St Model at 1071 Van Velsen St, Unit Unit 3 downstairs in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Mt Pleasant apartment is the The Stockade Model at Washington Square Apartments starting at $2,163 with a $1.66 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1071 Van Velsen St, Unit Unit 3 downstairs1071 Van Velsen St2BR,1BA$0.65
Washington Square ApartmentsThe Stockade4BR,2BA$1.66
30 Jay St, Unit 30 Jay30 Jay St2BR,1BA$1.54
301 Riverside Ave, Unit FirstFloorFront301 Riverside Ave1BR,1BA$1.35
2100 Curry Rd, Unit Victoria Ct I2100 Curry Rd2BR,1BA$1.45
2216 Curry Rd, Unit Victoria Ct II2216 Curry Rd2BR,1BA$1.45
The WedgewayTwo Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.97
81 Cheltingham Ave, Unit A- Lower Level81 Cheltingham Ave2BR,1BA$1.72
State and Clinton1 Bedroom B1BR,1BA$1.84
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade ApartmentsStudioStudio ,1BA$1.88

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across New York and customized analysis for Northwestern Albany. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and the best outdoor access, family-friendly amenities, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Mt Pleasant Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Mt Pleasant Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Mt Pleasant Apartment is $1,200 at Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Mt Pleasant Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Mt Pleasant is starting from $1,525 at Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments.

Expert Rental Resources

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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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

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Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.