
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Scotia, NY from $700 (50 Rentals)
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15 N Jay St, Unit 1

Wade Estates

Shady Lane Apartments

71 N Brandywine Ave

1102-1108 Barrett St

104 S Ferry St

922 State St

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115 Clinton St, Unit Clinton Street

Wellington Gardens
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Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments

State and Clinton

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126 N College St, Unit 2

132 Broadway Lofts

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1007 Strong St, Unit 1007 strong st

23 Monroe St, Unit 23 2R

The Residences at Fox Meadow

852 Union St

253 Park Pl

River House Apartments
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762 Eastern Ave

53-55 Washington Ave

Long Pond Village Apartments

633 Lang St

23 Hawk St

1633 Carrie St

1120 Pleasant St

242 Broadway

1924 Jerome Ave, Unit 1924 Jerome Avenue

13 State Street Apartments
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Parkside View

132 Jay St

118 Jay St

One 11 Liberty Street

Edison Apartments

Hillside Crossing

Redburn Stockade

148 Clinton St

1053 Park Ave

830 Vischer Ave
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Northside Village

John Glen House

1675 Avenue B - Franklin School Apartments

The Foster

Colonial Commons Apartments

Schaffer Heights Senior Apartments

Stateside Lofts

1552 Helderberg Ave

Canal Lofts

418 Division St
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Scotia, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scotia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotia Studio Apartments | $1,155 | $825 | $1,698 |
| Scotia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,513 | $970 | $1,990 |
| Scotia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,833 | $986 | $3,450 |
| Scotia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,950 | $1,500 | $2,725 |
| Scotia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,570 | $750 | $2,300 |
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Cheapest Available Scotia Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Scotia, NY is a 4 Beds unit found at College Suites at Washington Square in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood priced from $867. Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scotia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| College Suites at Washington Square | 4 Bedroom/2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $867 |
| Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments | 1BD Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| 132 Broadway Lofts | Apartment 2B | 1BR,1BA | $1,325 |
| 13 Bancker Ave | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,600 |
| The Reserve at Glenville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Detached Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1,635 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scotia, NY and Nearby
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scotia 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 Scotia 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 Scotia 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 |
| Glen Esk Apartments | 104 | 3BR,2BA | $1.70 |
| 301 Riverside Ave, Unit Secondfloorfront | 301 Riverside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Wellington Gardens | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.74 |
| Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments | 1BD Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom B | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| 1007 Strong St, Unit 1007 strong st | 1007 Strong St | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| 126 N College St, Unit 2 | 126 N College St | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Scotia Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Scotia Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Scotia Apartment is $1,295 at Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Scotia Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Scotia is starting from $1,650 at Wellington Gardens.
What is the most affordable Scotia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Scotia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at The Reserve at Glenville and starts from $2,010.
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