Apartments For Rent in Schenectady, NY
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1-2 BathsCollege Suites at Washington Square | 117 Washington Ave #2-823514,
Schenectady, NY 12305United Plus Property Management
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Use arrow keys to navigate$1,635 - $2,445/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsThe Reserve at Glenville | 100 Reserve Ct #b094c32f6,
Schenectady, NY 12302
Use arrow keys to navigatePET FRIENDLY$1,385 - $1,405/mo1 Bed1 BathHillcrest Village Apartment Homes | 1515 Hillside Ave #115A4,
Schenectady, NY 12309Morgan Properties
Use arrow keys to navigate$1,654 - $1,768/mo1-2 Beds1 Bath13 State Street Apartments | 13 State St #4566094,
Schenectady, NY 12305Beacon Communities
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PET FRIENDLYMaddalone & Associates, Inc
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PET FRIENDLY$1,300 - $1,350/mo1-2 Beds1 BathThe Residence at Fort Hunter | 1175 Fort Hunter Rd #3168-09,
Schenectady, NY 12303Paragon Residential Management LLC
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NEW - 23 HRS AGOPET FRIENDLY$1,375 - $1,800/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsTall Oaks Apartments | 2475 Brookshire Dr #144,
Schenectady, NY 12309Jankow Companies
PET FRIENDLY$1,475 - $1,655/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsLong Pond Village Apartments | 105 Long Pond Dr #138367,
Schenectady, NY 12306Sunrise Management and Consulting
SPECIAL OFFERPET FRIENDLY$1,299 - $1,599/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsNiskayuna Gardens | 1187 Hillside Ave #c112fd840,
Schenectady, NY 12309
$1,595 - $2,725/mo1-2 Beds1-2 BathsSolara Luxury Apartments | 291 N Thompson St #1022,
Schenectady, NY 12306Bruns Realty Group LLC
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PET FRIENDLY$1,520 - $1,580/mo2 Beds1-2 BathsIndian Brook Apartments | 74 Van Buren Rd #f6c2b4bd3,
Schenectady, NY 12302
SPECIAL OFFERINCOME RESTRICTED$1,216 - $1,698/mo1-3 Beds1-2 BathsNorthside Village | 2450 Van Vranken Ave #d1d128070,
Schenectady, NY 12308Pennrose
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PET FRIENDLY$1,550/mo2 Beds1 Bath53-55 Washington Ave (Schenectady) | 53-55 Washington Ave #2,
Schenectady, NY 12305DBO Property Management
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What Locals Say about Schenectady
Review Highlights
Schenectady: lively small-city ease, revived downtown, easy Albany commute, parks at hand. People like family-friendly blocks, parks, dog life, revived downtown, and easy commutes. They dislike spotty transit, speeding, noise, car break-ins, aging sidewalks, winter parking.
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Average Rent Trends in Schenectady, NY
Rent in Schenectady, NY varies by number of bedrooms and home type. Use these charts to quickly see how rent changes.
Average rent decreased in May 2026 compared to the previous month. Rent previously peaked in Sep 2025.
| Month | Average rent |
|---|---|
| Jun 2025 | $1,400 |
| Jul 2025 | $1,409 |
| Aug 2025 | $1,458 |
| Sep 2025 | $1,500 |
| Oct 2025 | $1,458 |
| Nov 2025 | $1,425 |
| Dec 2025 | $1,450 |
| Jan 2026 | $1,458 |
| Feb 2026 | $1,475 |
| Mar 2026 | $1,500 |
| Apr 2026 | $1,550 |
| May 2026 | $1,500 |
Average Rent By Bedroom and Home Type
In May 2026, Apartments and Condos were the most affordable home type to rent compared with Townhomes and Houses.
| 1 bed | 2 beds | 3 beds | 4 beds | All | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All home types | $1,300 | $1,565 | $1,698 | $1,995 | $1,500 |
| Townhomes | — | $2,100 | $1,700 | — | $1,700 |
| Apartments and Condos | $1,265 | $1,569 | $1,600 | $2,000 | $1,500 |
| Houses | $1,308 | $1,375 | $1,995 | $1,795 | $1,850 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Rentals in Schenectady, NY
- What is the average rent of an apartment in Schenectady, NY?The average rent of an apartment in Schenectady, NY is $1,494 per month. This is about 23% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a house in Schenectady, NY?The average rent of a house in Schenectady, NY is $1,850 per month. This is about 4% lower than the national average.
- What is the average rent of a townhome in Schenectady, NY?The average rent of a townhome in Schenectady, NY is $1,700 per month. This is about 12% lower than the national average.
- When is the average rent cheapest in Schenectady, NY?In the last year, the average rent in Schenectady, NY was lowest in May 2025 when it was $1,375 per month.
- When is the average rent most expensive in Schenectady, NY?In the last year, the average rent in Schenectady, NY was highest in Sep 2025 when it was $1,500 per month.
- How does the rent of a 1 bedroom apartment compare to a studio apartment in Schenectady, NY?The average rent of a 1 bedroom apartment in Schenectady, NY is $1,300 per month. That is about $350 more than the cost of a studio apartment.
- How many available rental listings are in Schenectady, NY?There are 126 available rental listings in Schenectady, NY.
- What are some neighborhoods in Schenectady, NY?Some neighborhoods in Schenectady, NY include: Union Street, Mont Pleasant, Woodlawn, Bellevue, Northside.
- What are some zip codes in Schenectady, NY?
- What are some cities near Schenectady, NY?Some nearby cities include: Scotia, Alplaus, Rotterdam Junction, Rexford, Duanesburg. These cities may have more rental options to explore.