State and Clinton
501 State St,
Schenectady, NY 12305
$1,335 - $1,845
1-2 Beds
Schenectady
Schenectady, NY
Area Guide
Reinventing one of New York State’s historic industrial hubs.
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Living in Schenectady, New York means experiencing a historic city in the midst of renewal. Known as "The Electric City" due to its heritage as the birthplace of General Electric, this Capital District community features cultural attractions including the restored Proctors Theatre and a revitalized downtown area along State Street. The city's Central Park offers acclaimed rose gardens and Iroquois Lake, while the Stockade Historic District preserves Dutch and English Colonial architecture from the 18th and 19th centuries. Union College's campus adds to the architectural landscape, and residents have access to both city amenities and recreational opportunities along the Mohawk River.
Housing options in Schenectady include historic properties in the General Electric Realty Plot, one of America's first planned residential neighborhoods, and apartments in the downtown area. The rental market shows one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,209, representing a 2.4% increase over the previous year. Two-bedroom units average $1,448, while three-bedroom homes typically rent for $1,810. Notable neighborhoods include Upper Union Street with local shops and dining establishments, the historic Stockade district, and Mohawk Harbor, home to Rivers Casino & Resort. The city offers entertainment options from theatrical performances at Proctors Theatre to authentic Italian dining in the Little Italy district, establishing itself as a notable residential choice in New York's Capital Region.
Rent Trends
As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Schenectady, NY is $1,008 for a studio, $1,236 for one bedroom, $1,483 for two bedrooms, and $1,948 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Schenectady has increased by 2.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,236/month
691 Sq Ft
House
$1,820/month
691 Sq Ft
Transportation
62
Somewhat Walkable
out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.
27
Some Transit
out of 100 TransitScore® Rating
You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
48
Somewhat Bikeable
out of 100 BikeScore® Rating
You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.
Schools
Public
Grades K-5
478 Students
Public
Grades K-5
438 Students
Public
Grades K-5
398 Students
Public
Grades K-5
394 Students
Public
Grades K-5
389 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
589 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
428 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
646 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
671 Students
Central Park International Magnet School
Public
Grades 6-8
658 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,375 Students
Public
Grades K-4 & 9-12
677 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
572 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
886 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,743 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- miSci and Suits-Bueche Planetarium
- Maple Ski Ridge
- Mabee Farm Historic Site
- Tawasentha Park
- Featherstonhaugh State Forest
Airports
- Albany International
Top Apartments in Schenectady
Houses for Rent in Schenectady
Property Management Companies in Schenectady, NY
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Sunrise Management & Consulting
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Redburn Development Partners, LLC
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Morgan Properties
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Cole Group Realty
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.