
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mt Pleasant Neighborhood of Schenectady, NY from $700 (22 Rentals)
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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 |
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Mt Pleasant Studio Apartments | $984 | $805 | $1,633 |
Mt Pleasant 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $875 | $2,166 |
Mt Pleasant 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $1,150 | $3,450 |
Mt Pleasant 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,818 | $1,375 | $2,450 |
Mt Pleasant 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,853 | $1,700 | $2,060 |
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There are currently 22 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 1 Bed unit found at The Wedgeway priced from $1,549. Court Royale has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $1,565. Here are the most affordable Mt Pleasant apartments for rent in Albany, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Wedgeway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,549 |
Court Royale | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,565 |
State and Clinton | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1,595 |
The Lofts at Frog Alley | Shortell | Studio,1BA | $1,633 |
Washington Square Apartments | The Stockade | 4BR,2BA | $2,060 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mt Pleasant, NY
As of October 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mt Pleasant area is the $1.58 price per square foot The Stockade Model at Washington Square Apartments in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $2,060. The second greatest value Mt Pleasant apartment is the 810 Lincoln Ave Model at 810 Lincoln Ave, Unit Hana starting at $1,700 with a $1.53 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. |
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Washington Square Apartments | The Stockade | 4BR,2BA | $1.58 |
810 Lincoln Ave, Unit Hana | 810 Lincoln Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.53 |
238 Green St, Unit 2 | 238 Green St | 2BR,2BA | $1.44 |
State and Clinton | 2 Bedroom A | 2BR,1BA | $1.59 |
The Wedgeway | One Bedroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
Court Royale | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
1066 Webster St, Unit first floor | 1066 Webster St | 2BR,1BA | $1.63 |
The Lofts at Frog Alley | Bannon | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
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Lifestyle Ratings
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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 The Wedgeway which is listed at $1,549, while the average apartment in Mt Pleasant costs $1,900.
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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