Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mt Pleasant Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $700 (31 Rentals)

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Kelsey Commons
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Kelsey Commons

2301 Cambridge RdSchenectady, NY 12304
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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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4310-4351 Angela Ct
1 Bedroom Apartments

4310-4351 Angela Ct

4310-4351 Angela CtSchenectady, NY 12304
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Hillside Crossing
1 to 2 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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148 Clinton St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

148 Clinton St

148 Clinton 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
1 Bedroom Apartments

The Foster

508 State StSchenectady, NY 12305

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242 Broadway
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

242 Broadway

242 BroadwaySchenectady, 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 1 Bed unit found at Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments priced from $1,125. State and Clinton has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,285. Here are the most affordable Mt Pleasant apartments for rent in Albany, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments1BD Apartments1BR,1BA$1,125
State and Clinton1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1,285
The Lofts at Frog AlleyShortellStudio,1BA$1,633
Electric CityExecutive Loft 2BR2BR,2BA$3,095

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mt Pleasant, NY

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mt Pleasant area is the $1.42 price per square foot Executive Loft 2BR Model at Electric City in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $3,095. The second greatest value Mt Pleasant apartment is the SHARED 4BR unit Model at Washington Square Apartments starting at $842 with a $0.64 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.
Electric CityExecutive Loft 2BR2BR,2.5BA$1.42
Washington Square ApartmentsSHARED 4BR unit4BR,2BA$0.64
301 Riverside Ave, Unit 1stfloorback301 Riverside Ave1BR,1BA$1.00
1809 Van Vranken Ave, Unit Front unit1809 Van Vranken Ave3BR,1BA$1.33
1807 Euclid Ave, Unit 2nd floor1807 Euclid Ave2BR,1BA$1.16
Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments1BD Apartments1BR,1BA$1.25
State and Clinton1 Bedroom A1BR,1BA$1.52
The Lofts at Frog AlleyBannon1BR,1BA$2.91

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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!

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

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 $1,125 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 $2,677 at The Lofts at Frog Alley.

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