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Highlights
Pet Friendly
- Private balcony
- Living room
Location
123 Jay St, Schenectady, NY 12305, USA|Seward Place
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Property Overview
123-7 Jay Street is a strong rental option with a 7.3 expert rating, standout amenities, and a highly rated location. It features a private balcony and living room, and offers convenient access to nearby points of interest along with top-rated schools within a reasonable distance.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “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- Middle school nearby
- Laundry available on site
Great for
Social life
Floor plans
| 123-7 Jay Street - 2 | 1 bed | 1 bath | 400 sqft | $875 /mo | Downtown Living at Its Best — 123 Jay St, Schenectady Step into the heart of the city in this beautifully refreshed apartment, featuring freshly sanded floors and a brand-new coat of paint throughout. Enjoy your morning coffee — or an evening breeze — on your own private balcony, accessible from both the living room and bedroom. Downstairs, you'll find Storied Coffee, hands-down the coolest coffee shop in town, right in your building. Step outside and you're on the Jay Street pedestrian mall, surrounded by a vibrant mix of shops, bars, and restaurants — all just steps from your door. This is downtown Schenectady living at its finest: walkable, lively, and right at the center of all the action. Highlights: Private balcony off both the living room and bedroom Newly sanded floors and fresh paint Storied Coffee located downstairs in the building Prime location on the Jay St pedestrian mall Steps from shops, bars, and restaurants | ||
| 123-7 Jay Street - 1 | 1 bed | 1 bath | $895 /mo |
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Amenities for 123-7 Jay Street
Apartment Amenities
| Hot Water | Trash Included |
| Utilities/Sewer | Vintage |
Building
| Cats OK | Dogs OK |
| Onsite Laundry |
Services
| Availability 24 Hours | Recycling |
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.
Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time.
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OPTIONAL FEES
Dog Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat Policy
Allowed
Limit1
Cat
Pet Terms
1 cat max.
Dog
Pet Terms
1 dog max.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 2 |
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About 123-7 Jay Street
Downtown Living at Its Best — 123 Jay St, Schenectady Step into the heart of the city in this beautifully refreshed apartment, featuring freshly sanded floors and a brand-new coat of paint throughout. Enjoy your morning coffee — or an evening breeze — on your own private balcony, accessible from both the living room and bedroom. Downstairs, you'll find Storied Coffee, hands-down the coolest coffee shop in town, right in your building. Step outside and you're on the Jay Street pedestrian mall, surrounded by a vibrant mix of shops, bars, and restaurants — all just steps from your door. This is downtown Schenectady living at its finest: walkable, lively, and right at the center of all the action. Highlights: Private balcony off both the living room and bedroom Newly sanded floors and fresh paint Storied Coffee located downstairs in the building Prime location on the Jay St pedestrian mall Steps from shops, bars, and restaurants
Zumper Expert Rating
Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
7.4
/10
Very Good123-7 Jay Street is worth considering and a notable rental in the neighborhood. Residents prioritizing Amenities will find this property to be a solid option for their next home. It may not stand out for Quality, but it offers a satisfying, above-average quality of life.
Price·6A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
123-7 Jay Street is priced lower than the median price per bedroom for the area. While it may be more affordable, there may also be trade-offs in terms of amenities or quality compared to similar listings nearby. It caters to those seeking cost savings, albeit with some compromises.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
123-7 Jay Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including availability 24 hours. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 123-7 Jay Street receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
123-7 Jay Street is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 123-7 Jay Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.
123-7 Jay Street is great for:
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 123-7 Jay Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 1 mile away
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 2 miles away
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Seward Place
1-bedroom apartments here are priced 26% lower than 1-bedrooms in Seward Place.
Median rents as of Sep 26 2026.
Seward Place
Schenectady
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2024 | $1,337 |
| 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 | $1,446 |
| September 2026 | $1,386 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,316 |
| September 2026 | $1,197 |
Affordability calculator
Can I afford to live at 123 Jay St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 123-7 Jay Street
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 123 Jay 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
8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 123 Jay 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
9/10
Exceptional variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
2/10
Closest high school further than a 30-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
9/10
Exceptional variety of bars right within a few minutes’ walk
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