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378 Ballston Rd

511 Union St

704 South Ave

13 Grove Pl
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2036 Guilderland Ave

1552 Helderberg Ave

124 Front St

101 Nott Terrace

219 Green St
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1248 Highbridge Rd

222 S Ten Broeck St

200 State St

612 Union St

6 Harvard St
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418 Division St

1924 Jerome Ave
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Scotia?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Scotia 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,897 | $1,300 | $2,700 |
| Scotia 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,107 | $1,500 | $3,000 |
| Scotia 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,633 | $2,499 | $2,900 |
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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 State and Clinton in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood priced from $1,335. The Wedgeway in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,549. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Scotia apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1,335 |
| The Wedgeway | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,549 |
| The Lofts at Frog Alley | Shortell | Studio,1BA | $1,633 |
| The Reserve at Glenville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Detached Garage | 1BR,1BA | $1,640 |
| Electric City Apartments | Union | Studio,1BA | $1,650 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Scotia, NY
As of February 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Scotia area is the $1.38 price per square foot Apartment 3B Model at 132 Broadway Lofts in the in the Downtown Schenectady neighborhood starting from $2,045. The second greatest value Scotia apartment is the 30 Jay St Model at 30 Jay St, Unit 30 Jay starting at $2,000 with a $1.54 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 132 Broadway Lofts | Apartment 3B | 3BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 30 Jay St, Unit 30 Jay | 30 Jay St | 2BR,1BA | $1.54 |
| 301 Riverside Ave, Unit FirstFloorFront | 301 Riverside Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Glen Esk Apartments | 102 | 2BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| The Wedgeway | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.97 |
| The Reserve at Glenville | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath w/ Attached Garage | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| 315 McClellan St, Unit 2R | 315 McClellan St | 1BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| State and Clinton | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $1.72 |
| Electric City Apartments | Union | Studio ,1BA | $2.19 |
| The Lofts at Frog Alley | Bannon | 1BR,1BA | $2.91 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Scotia
What type of rentals are currently available in Scotia?
There are currently 439 Apartments for Rent in Scotia, NY with pricing that ranges from $540 to $3,450. There are also 45 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Scotia ranging from $800 to $3,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Scotia?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Scotia ranges from $800 to $3,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,758.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Scotia?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Scotia range from $1,494 to $2,675, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,500 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,499 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $540.
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