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153 Barrett St, Schenectady, NY 12305, USA|Seward Place
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Property Overview
153 Barrett St is near highly rated elementary and middle schools and stands out for its value per square foot compared with other local properties. Nearby public transit, walkability, numerous parks, and a strong mix of entertainment and recreation options contribute to an active, connected setting.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Elementary school nearby- More space
- Middle school nearby
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Amenities for 153 Barrett St, Seward Place
Apartment Amenities
| Central Air |
Building
| Business Center | Exterior Type: Brick |
Other
| Five Rooms |
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About 153 Barrett St
Property Status: Active Downtown Schenectady rental. Beautifully updated victorian building. Office space on first floor. Second floor is a 1 bedroom apartment. Space is all one unit. Bring or start your own business and live upstairs. Many possibilities and great location. A half a block from all the action on State Street. Walk to the great downtown restaurants, Proctors, City hall, Union College, etc... Listing agent is immediate family of landlord. Office Phone: (518) 878-8261 Copyright © 2026 Global MLS, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 153 Barrett St compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 523 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Seward Place |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 12305 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Seward Place
1-bedroom apartments at 153 Barrett St cost about 67% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Schenectady.
Median rents as of Aug 22 2026.
Seward Place
Schenectady
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,230 |
| October 2024 | $1,328 |
| November 2024 | $1,288 |
| December 2024 | $1,248 |
| January 2025 | $1,278 |
| February 2025 | $1,325 |
| March 2025 | $1,324 |
| April 2025 | $1,237 |
| May 2025 | $1,250 |
| June 2025 | $1,273 |
| July 2025 | $1,289 |
| August 2025 | $1,287 |
| September 2025 | $1,280 |
| October 2025 | $1,305 |
| November 2025 | $1,402 |
| December 2025 | $1,393 |
| January 2026 | $1,350 |
| February 2026 | $1,370 |
| March 2026 | $1,392 |
| April 2026 | $1,360 |
| May 2026 | $1,358 |
| June 2026 | $1,330 |
| July 2026 | $1,432 |
| August 2026 | $1,458 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| September 2024 | $1,175 |
| October 2024 | $1,175 |
| March 2025 | $1,650 |
| April 2025 | $1,550 |
| May 2025 | $1,453 |
| June 2025 | $1,188 |
| July 2025 | $1,188 |
| October 2025 | $1,348 |
| November 2025 | $1,284 |
| December 2025 | $1,500 |
| January 2026 | $1,453 |
| February 2026 | $1,484 |
| March 2026 | $1,497 |
| April 2026 | $1,397 |
| May 2026 | $1,219 |
| June 2026 | $895 |
| August 2026 | $1,375 |
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1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $91,800 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $2,295.
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Schools near 153 Barrett St
Yates Elementary School
725 salina st
schenectady, NY, 12308
PK, K-5Public
C
Howe Elementary School
1065 baker ave
schenectady, NY, 12308
PK, K-5Public
C
Albany-Schoharie-Schenectady-Saratoga Boces
900 watervliet-shaker rd-ste 102
albany, NY, 12205
K-12Public
Forts Ferry School
95 forts ferry rd
latham, NY, 12110
K-5Public
A-
Boght Hills School
38 dunsbach ferry rd
cohoes, NY, 12047
K-5Public
A
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Getting around Schenectady near 153 Barrett St
Walking
6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
7/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.
Cycling
5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 153 Barrett St, Schenectady
Groceries
9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk
Shopping
7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Cafes
8/10
Wide variety of cafés within a short drive, including some within walking distance
Restaurants
8/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
6/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
2/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk
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