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301 Riverside Ave, Unit 1stfloorback
301 Riverside AveScotia, NY 12302
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Wade Estates
15 Lafayette StSchenectady, NY 12305
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Shady Lane Apartments
133 Saratoga RdSchenectady, NY 12302
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225 state StSchenectady, NY 12305
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24 W Campbell RdSchenectady, NY 12306
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501 State StSchenectady, NY 12305
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1675 Avenue B - Franklin School Apartments
1675 Avenue BSchenectady, NY 12308
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Scotia, NY Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Scotia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Scotia Studio Apartments | $1,357 | $825 | $1,751 |
| Cheap Scotia 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,674 | $985 | $2,945 |
| Cheap Scotia 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,095 | $1,100 | $3,450 |
| Cheap Scotia 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,111 | $1,400 | $2,675 |
| Cheap Scotia 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,680 | $1,300 | $2,060 |
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Cheapest Available Scotia Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Scotia, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Shady Lane Apartments priced from $985. 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 $1,125. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scotia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shady Lane Apartments | Leasing Earliest Late 2025/Early 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $985 |
| Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments | 1BD Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1,125 |
| State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| The Lofts at Frog Alley | Shortell | Studio,1BA | $1,633 |
| The Reserve at Glenville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Attached Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1,730 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scotia, NY
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Scotia area is the $1.41 price per square foot Executive Loft 2BR Model at Electric City in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $3,065. The second greatest value Scotia 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 Scotia apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| Electric City | Executive Loft 2BR | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.41 |
| Washington Square Apartments | SHARED 4BR unit | 4BR,2BA | $0.64 |
| 301 Riverside Ave, Unit 1stfloorback | 301 Riverside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1809 Van Vranken Ave, Unit Front unit | 1809 Van Vranken Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Glen Esk Apartments | 102 | 2BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 1807 Euclid Ave, Unit 2nd floor | 1807 Euclid Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| Barney Square & W.L. Stockade Apartments | 1BD Apartments | 1BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| The Reserve at Glenville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Attached Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Shady Lane Apartments | Leasing Earliest Late 2025/Early 2026 | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
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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 $985 at Shady Lane 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 $1,250 at Shady Lane Apartments.
What is the most affordable Scotia Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Scotia Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Glen Esk Apartments and starts from $2,140.
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