# Average Rent in Schenectady, NY > How much is rent in Schenectady, NY? $1,895 median across 59 units in 9 buildings, each with a daily price history and a citywide trend, tracked daily. Canonical: https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/ Latest included observation: November 13, 2026 ## What is the average rent in Schenectady, NY? The average listed apartment rent in Schenectady, NY is $1,868 per month, as of November 13, 2026. This sample includes 59 priced apartments in 9 buildings. These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases. We use published total monthly rent when known and base rent otherwise. Unknown fees remain unknown. Included building observations run from November 8, 2026 through November 13, 2026. Buildings without a qualifying price do not count in this sample. The guide directory can include more buildings. 9 apartment buildings, 59 units. Recorded asking prices and price history where available. [Browse apartments in Schenectady, NY](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/apartments/) Avg Rent $1,868/mo median $1,895 [+3.5% vs last month](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/trends/) Cheapest $800/mo Angelina Estates Apartments Properties 9 tracked daily Units 59 available now [See cheapest & most expensive neighborhoods on the map](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/rent-map/) [View rent trends and price history](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/trends/) [Explore Schenectady, NY on the interactive map](https://average-rent.com/search/#city=schenectady-ny) [Schenectady, NY Resident Access](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/resident-access/): City Club members share insider gate codes, parking links, and amenity tips. View Analysis ## Rent Price Breakdown Compare pricing across all 9 properties in Schenectady, NY. Timeframe ## Average rent trend, last 3 months All bedroom types, citywide. Choose a window above to scope the view. $1,846 Average rent today Line chart of average rent in Schenectady, NY over the last 3 months. Started at $1,798, ended at $1,846. ### Average rent trend, last 3 months | Date or category | Average monthly rent (USD) | | --- | --- | | Aug | 1,798 | | Aug | 1,821 | | Aug | 1,817 | | Aug | 1,811 | | Sep | 1,815 | | Sep | 1,818 | | Sep | 1,803 | | Sep | 1,756 | | Oct | 1,826 | | Oct | 1,807 | | Oct | 1,833 | | Oct | 1,674 | | Oct | 1,741 | | Nov | 1,846 | [Full Schenectady, NY price history](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/trends/) ### Average Rent by Property ### Starting Price vs Average ### Rent by Bedroom Count ### Price per Square Foot ## Schenectady, NY Rent Prices All 9 properties ranked by lowest available rent. [#1](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/angelina-estates-apartments-schenectady-ny/): Angelina Estates Apartments 4201 Menga Dr, Schenectady, NY 12304, USA From $800/mo Avg $800 1 units [#2 1 (2)](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/dwb-apartments-schenectady-ny/): DWB Apartments 3107 Carman Rd, Schenectady, NY 12303, USA From $1,000/mo Avg $1,213 6 units [#3 4 (6)](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/helderberg-village-apartments-schenectady-ny/): Helderberg Village Apartments 1760 Helderberg Ave, Rotterdam, NY 12306, USA From $1,300/mo Avg $1,680 5 units [#4 3.1 (15)](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/long-pond-village-apartments-schenectady-ny/): Long Pond Village Apartments 105 Long Pond Dr, Schenectady, NY 12306, USA From $1,325/mo Avg $1,613 2 units [#5 3.8 (11)](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/van-antwerp-village-schenectady-ny/): Van Antwerp Village 1365 Van Antwerp Rd, Niskayuna, NY 12309, USA From $1,429/mo Avg $1,596 3 units [#6 1 (1)](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/the-wedgeway-apartments-schenectady-ny/): The Wedgeway Apartments 277 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305, USA From $1,595/mo as of Oct 12 Avg $1,664 3 units [#7 4.8 (13)](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/13-state-street-apartments-schenectady-ny/): 13 State Street Apartments 13 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305, USA From $1,654/mo as of Nov 4 Avg $1,711 2 units | # | Property | From | Avg | $/sqft | Rating | Units | | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 | [Angelina Estates Apartments 4201 Menga Dr, Schenectady, NY 12304, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/angelina-estates-apartments-schenectady-ny/) | $800 | $800 | -- | -- | 1 | | 2 | [DWB Apartments 3107 Carman Rd, Schenectady, NY 12303, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/dwb-apartments-schenectady-ny/) | $1,000 | $1,213 | -- | 1 (2) | 6 | | 3 | [Helderberg Village Apartments 1760 Helderberg Ave, Rotterdam, NY 12306, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/helderberg-village-apartments-schenectady-ny/) | $1,300 | $1,680 | -- | 4 (6) | 5 | | 4 | [Long Pond Village Apartments 105 Long Pond Dr, Schenectady, NY 12306, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/long-pond-village-apartments-schenectady-ny/) | $1,325 | $1,613 | -- | 3.1 (15) | 2 | | 5 | [Van Antwerp Village 1365 Van Antwerp Rd, Niskayuna, NY 12309, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/van-antwerp-village-schenectady-ny/) | $1,429 | $1,596 | $1.60/ft² | 3.8 (11) | 3 | | 6 | [The Wedgeway Apartments 277 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/the-wedgeway-apartments-schenectady-ny/) | $1,595 as of Oct 12 | $1,664 | $2.71/ft² | 1 (1) | 3 | | 7 | [13 State Street Apartments 13 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305, USA](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/13-state-street-apartments-schenectady-ny/) | $1,654 as of Nov 4 | $1,711 | $1.83/ft² | 4.8 (13) | 2 | ## Rent & Price History by Building Compare apartment listings by price, bedrooms, and neighborhood. [Browse all apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/apartments/) [Angelina Estates Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/angelina-estates-apartments-schenectady-ny/): ![Angelina Estates Apartments apartments in Schenectady, NY](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/places/ChIJ1bE2MQBz3okRy2YaKiVZg30/photos/Aa-ngMaKWcH_Ul_Ui_wxJoTbdA5n7FlqKqBwGH0b0WRFJDk13JFq6aSVbe52RSt62yGfd6ciDm5RrdMzfJZ6jEjjW033OH6oIde7THq2RgxBa-Mk7ThgVzHi0NYXgdYmBtisLYqQfOPQXp4soyvDZe5oUBduWwOJ4ZW8OHU7uzAxgWnD3E-NoT3CX4YD3PSnw0VLTBVjwtBMeolIrgpJ0b9awQQW5qqfcIjK-d8OsGhJwD-hm1UY1HXFdcFdAtC9DQuV0uNEKDTzY5hgOTpBpn_CgfSPMaM7EdSKGhd7rlKBnV9G3LQhq9x7BMzibouXD43fDU-ozumS4rXq21iIvFc7z5dzlxRJFxPsyHnJdamiLvt9jNgT_ZN_2bGKtEwh0kLq2kaKizBbPHL1pAYT9vrRKuUnz90?w=600) 4201 Menga Dr, Schenectady, NY 12304, USA From $800/mo 1 units [DWB Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/dwb-apartments-schenectady-ny/): ![DWB Apartments apartments in Schenectady, NY](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/places/ChIJyT4F66Rx3okRCnqKnwMpvSM/photos/Aa-ngMak20bHJrw22UnzllqcKqcIQ7wLFC_oOgRt9Vkg67ZLzFCnjtrtuSJl5kkd54icf8B-SUezAQskHwg22o5zIxW3M294GdRjjDRvZz_66TvcwZui26j7yxgneLi2V4V6hWZsEYjmUMQlHeBwsIRdporPQQGih8zreG8SwNg7AgE7qOGRlVfK5XrdbBSxS3m73EeqjvLwquEj9l9O0kiPpnNqscBfBSToOOoZHO8gArLxhHQ9JvVpxn06UHlhJF_h6tntbGF7OjL2rcgB_gyulU6_FKXm8afrQkFDnf87DM0aLN4PPXFikPL-V58gM1MgPBKbdf429tmdwq_bnu7_tdB_l0hEwqHafI4GgpXiFp6RG2uLqNp7iBNVSRHtovE0eOfObMkhIhZXAa4NboT5ix-WIcWuJLs?w=600) 1 (2) 3107 Carman Rd, Schenectady, NY 12303, USA From $1,000/mo 6 units [Helderberg Village Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/helderberg-village-apartments-schenectady-ny/): ![Helderberg Village Apartments apartments in Schenectady, NY](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/p/9005?w=600) 4 (6) 1760 Helderberg Ave, Rotterdam, NY 12306, USA From $1,300/mo 5 units [Long Pond Village Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/long-pond-village-apartments-schenectady-ny/): ![Long Pond Village Apartments apartments in Schenectady, NY](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/Ab43m-s9Qz8E7erTiiH2GczqquDjuxPxmdgMw4WTlgnN2Mt6Isn_N2l2cvIQQ46IfwNBFHcQq4b7PS2Z9jXR0kLUHNNnfmqUOP4RuhM3xCvVNdBz4Z9net7IAbNqePQGbyrUkvSKIUTHfBRCtlK1nyM3ZlufP_kykhRpnYp7JALBb25N3EvnSK1ddgkUx9EiMzNB-Bssa2qO6hP7ugifEGwPtoTDsK1ku-T73KfaagI_SbjsiJ0x6w9cV6FVq1ucqQKqlQcmcOB5kcYO12pbx8ilOYiybFOrEdPsN3kLcAMnyBhMlffjlULGHA9s_PYtj180fADKs9CciVt7KPtm7jqfYBAPBlj8eItamOliKx5AuXZrLCX1PZITWRtGCMkshzUI4QFT5U03ubmJRwxLYk1xjmzUmspL3vusAV9KyBd5dJkK4bKfrYujRRwmko-0mt-DcrSyBEbuG46WVDHhy88m070iklUQWx_c-28ta6I88akKeYrE4jSVjhC1_Gd4oBgqGlEth8B6Kj-AQEEQmRlQDtlKZnvw9s2xf9nQcrnBPOaSL3owx8ukP_nsaHliyoeuHhb4Pw?w=600) 3.1 (15) 105 Long Pond Dr, Schenectady, NY 12306, USA From $1,325/mo 2 units [Van Antwerp Village](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/van-antwerp-village-schenectady-ny/): ![Van Antwerp Village apartments in Schenectady, NY](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/Ab43m-sBjNljOJsw5R9406PWvl-wa2UrRW-YfNm4froCdmrccvawFsALXd6Z0SWtEv8cbjMDZ8jIP66YGvvGBjz5sP8FMeb7lW9LiyWpE4w8JyfxJHHoiOVB13kcvgk-EzQRbyPs8J9S74EJrKtpsOdSJBqX66idLnr97KQJ1FSea6Xg65SU8_dNVJt_fJworrSB9EabN8hYSiwvSeZX01ooyu2PWvPpH9Pi05S-mtI-fSvFeL11IDQuUjChXAncFbDl-emZW3UIg7xN06ciM0fdnc7fgD72yCx2HuHxNrEpizRN3YYBUF3eAfkLbKEV9pHNNCDAPNKAn9IugTvGGqwmg334MznvH1CCoaIcqQhARHYPYag2EfTTVXcxyM-bV9lmnvM1hBL8PcUYGuoZqHrw9HA5sl4F6BQJUEL5ZEujj2ukpoWC0c6KXAwrxBExjNozpl8AjNfJwzA_4KRkCHdVyluxP2inLmakwV7DFHLYAq20gc8FDkBYLywtTxk4Cs1i95ScjGGp0pZGzarsFSqUgcWbcUUJkIbgrW_UlftCiIdiDoui5ybU8k0g87ucN2q70nflmTRodkX_yw?w=600) 3.8 (11) 1365 Van Antwerp Rd, Niskayuna, NY 12309, USA From $1,429/mo 3 units [The Wedgeway Apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/the-wedgeway-apartments-schenectady-ny/): ![The Wedgeway Apartments apartments in Schenectady, NY](https://average-rent.com/api/photo/places/ChIJOQFNIkdv3okRewsKqHyAtZ0/photos/Aa-ngMbJ4WEdcaxx1taHxW_PyOlvxvz6dT1TaHEIMWJUcxAXRL7IOH1oB-Z47V6y1Ku4_KuhdrUbyl6WA2E58w60YqyEmdGgdwMR_PIgJUoZmnzEuvKPrg_od3EnPEbj-wUQ57VzLab2dWEGy69AUsXEqN6Ie1WYntWWveSjrngX7Auimrd8SOkY71mvVEX8PkV-X8E-_ne6HsxHfONkNOSkxwrkLJg8LJA5b8aoqnBRJVy2ehsrtGj8DbB2e2BeBxVA1JvwoQ4KzoqzVCn8_i_o45ByZ6A42nGU1Xpn3dCVcr4g9eI_kF1VMtZJL1QQmCac2w-T8IwKksWeeaFFfDeSAvM-ws7UAkTaCMNkdrr7U5cP01xDHfIRUFoZFTnrP4sRdwS6Zbop0C8LsGA5vXxqaW8hTtifWv2APoHesqFEwtbHqw?w=600) 1 (1) 277 State St, Schenectady, NY 12305, USA From $1,595/mo prices as of Oct 12 3 units [Browse all Schenectady, NY apartments](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/apartments/) By Area ## Schenectady, NY neighborhoods Tracked buildings across 6 named neighborhoods. Pick one to see its apartments. [Schenectady 12305 3](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/apartments/?neighborhood=Schenectady%2012305)[Niskayuna 12309 2](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/apartments/?neighborhood=Niskayuna%2012309)[Schenectady 12302 2](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/apartments/?neighborhood=Schenectady%2012302)[Schenectady 12303 2](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/apartments/?neighborhood=Schenectady%2012303)[Rotterdam 12306 1](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/apartments/?neighborhood=Rotterdam%2012306)[Schenectady 12304 1](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/apartments/?neighborhood=Schenectady%2012304) [Compare neighborhood rents on the Schenectady, NY rent map](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/rent-map/) ## Schenectady, NY Average Rent Prices 2026 The average listed rent in Schenectady, NY is **$1,868 per month**, based on 59 units across 9 apartment communities. Prices range from $800 at Angelina Estates Apartments to $3,150 at Electric City Apartments. ### Average Rent by Bedroom Type | Type | Avg Rent | Starting From | Units | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 1 Bed | $1,695/mo | $1,000/mo | 25 | | 2 Bed | $2,042/mo | $1,300/mo | 28 | | 3 Bed | $2,198/mo | $2,040/mo | 3 | We schedule daily price checks. The included observations can have different dates. Request an area we do not cover so we can review it for coverage. Paste this where you want the live widget. Free to use with the attribution link. Preview Market Context ## Who rents in Schenectady, NY, and what they pay Tracked one-bedroom rent in Schenectady, NY averages **$1,695/mo** , with two-bedroom units averaging **$2,042/mo**. At the local median household income of **$56,398**, that works out to **40% of gross income**, above the 30 percent affordability ceiling, a stretched-budget market. The U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 2023 release pegged median gross rent in Schenectady, NY at **$1,109/mo**. The [current tracked market average](https://average-rent.com/city/schenectady-ny/trends/) runs **68% higher than** that benchmark, reflecting both two to three years of rent growth and the fact that the Census figure covers all renter-occupied housing in Schenectady, NY while the tracked market average covers units currently listed in larger apartment communities. ## What salary do I need to live comfortably in Schenectady, NY? Built on the 25 to 30 percent rent-to-income guideline used by most landlords and credit-scoring models. Minimum to afford average rent $75,000/year Based on the 30 percent rule, using our tracked average rent of $1,868/mo. Comfortable income $90,000/year Based on the 25 percent rule, leaving more room for savings, transport, and groceries. To afford the cheapest tracked apartment ($800/mo), you need to earn at least **$32,000/year**. Median household income in Schenectady, NY is **$56,398** , about 37% below the comfortable-living threshold. ## Cost of living in Schenectady, NY Overall prices in Schenectady, NY runs below the national average by about 2% (BEA Regional Price Parity index 98.2, where 100 equals the U.S. average). The breakdown below estimates monthly costs for a single adult, using national consumer-spending baselines from the Bureau of Labor Statistics scaled by Schenectady, NY's regional price parities. | Category | Monthly estimate | | --- | --- | | Rent (market average) | $1,868 | | Utilities | $399 | | Groceries | $526 | | Transportation | $951 | | Healthcare | $464 | | Other goods and services | $743 | | Estimated total | $4,951/mo | Population 68,521 Median household income $56,398 Census median rent $1,109/mo Census rent burden 33.8% Median age 35.8 Mean commute 23 min ## Methodology Rent data We use listed asking rents and schedule daily data updates. Individual buildings can have different verification dates. Check the building or unit page for its latest price and availability. Cost of living Estimates combine national consumer-spending baselines from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (Consumer Expenditure Survey) with the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis Regional Price Parities (MARPP dataset). Both are peer-reviewed federal data releases published annually. Salary to live comfortably We estimate annual income by dividing annual rent by 30 percent for the affordability figure and 25 percent for the comfortable-income figure. These estimates are a guide, not a guarantee of rental approval. Demographic figures Median household income, population, median age, commute time, Census median rent, and rent as percentage of income come from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimates, the most recent complete release. Cost of living and demographic figures were last published in 2023. 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These are tracked asking prices, not signed leases. ### What is the median rent in Schenectady, NY? The median asking rent in Schenectady, NY is $1,895 per month, computed from 59 priced listings; check the observation dates shown on this page. The average is $1,868/mo; the median resists skew from luxury listings. ### What is the cheapest apartment rent in Schenectady, NY? The lowest available rent in Schenectady, NY starts at $800 per month. Confirm current availability, fees, and lease terms with the selected listing. ### How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Schenectady, NY? 1-bedroom apartments in Schenectady, NY average $1,695/mo. The lowest listed 1-bedroom starts at $1,000/mo across 25 units tracked. ### How much is a 2-bedroom apartment in Schenectady, NY? 2-bedroom apartments in Schenectady, NY average $2,042/mo. Units start from $1,300/mo across 28 units currently listed. ## Rent Trends in Schenectady, NY Track how apartment prices are changing over time. 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