
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mt Pleasant Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $700 (28 Rentals)
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Wade Towers & Garden Apartments

Wade Estates

Kelsey Commons

Draper Lofts Apartments

71 N Brandywine Ave

1102-1108 Barrett St
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104 S Ferry St

922 State St

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115 Clinton St, Unit Clinton Street

13 State Street Apartments

Parkside View

132 Jay St

118 Jay St
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One 11 Liberty Street

Edison Apartments

4310-4351 Angela Ct

Hillside Crossing

Redburn Stockade

148 Clinton St

1053 Park Ave
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Willow Heights Apartments

John Glen House

1675 Avenue B - Franklin School Apartments

The Foster

Colonial Commons Apartments

830 Vischer Ave

Scotia Manor Luxury Apartments
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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 | $1,038 | $810 | $1,698 |
| Mt Pleasant 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,449 | $910 | $1,950 |
| Mt Pleasant 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,678 | $986 | $3,450 |
| Mt Pleasant 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,967 | $1,500 | $2,700 |
| Mt Pleasant 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $750 | $2,300 |
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There are currently 28 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
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mt Pleasant area of Albany, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at College Suites at Washington Square priced from $867. 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Suites at Washington Square | 4 Bedroom/2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $867 |
| State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments | 1BD Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 132 Broadway Lofts | Apartment 2B | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mt Pleasant, NY
As of June 10, 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 15 N Jay St Model at 15 N Jay St, Unit 1 starting at $750 with a $0.56 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 |
| 15 N Jay St, Unit 1 | 15 N Jay St | 4BR,1BA | $0.56 |
| College Suites at Washington Square | 4 Bedroom 2 Bath (MF) | 4BR,2BA | $1.66 |
| 301 Riverside Ave, Unit Secondfloorfront | 301 Riverside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| 2216 Curry Rd, Unit Victoria Ct II | 2216 Curry Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 2100 Curry Rd, Unit Victoria Ct I | 2100 Curry Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 97 Sherman St, Unit 97 SHERMAN ST | 97 Sherman St | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| Wellington Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments | 1BD Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 1007 Strong St, Unit 1007 strong st | 1007 Strong St | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
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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 $1,295 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 $1,650 at Wellington Gardens.
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Written by: Robin Stewart
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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units
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