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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Modern finishes
  • Close to shops
  • Beautifully updated apartment
  • Stylish furnishings

Location

253 Park Pl, Schenectady, NY 12305, USA|Downtown Schenectady
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Management

DBO Property Management

Leasing office

(518) 545-3136

Property Overview

253 Park PL offers modern finishes, stylish furnishings, and a beautifully updated apartment, with convenient access to shops and a strong location rating. It stands out as a good value with an 8.4 overall rating, excellent price score, solid amenities, and a trustworthy listing, while also appealing for social life with many nearby restaurants and cultural spots.

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.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 253 Park PL (Schenectady) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 253 Park PL (Schenectady) has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/1.5BA2 bed1.5 bath$1,400 /mo1 unit availableStep into this beautifully updated & furnished 2 bed 1.5 bath, first floor apartment. The unit features modern finishes, stylish furnishings, and a bright, comfortable layout. Rent it fully furnished for a turnkey move‑in or unfurnished if you prefer your own setup. Close to shops, dining, and major routes—perfect for easy living.

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Amenities for 253 Park PL (Schenectady)

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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One-time.

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One-time. Refundable.

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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About 253 Park PL (Schenectady)

HomeApartments in SchenectadyDowntown Schenectady 253 Park PL (Schenectady)

Step into this beautifully updated & furnished 2 bed 1.5 bath, first floor apartment. The unit features modern finishes, stylish furnishings, and a bright, comfortable layout. Rent it fully furnished for a turnkey move‑in or unfurnished if you prefer your own setup. Close to shops, dining, and major routes—perfect for easy living.


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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 253 Park PL (Schenectady) is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 253 Park PL (Schenectady) has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 253 Park PL (Schenectady)
Price·9A 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.
253 Park PL (Schenectady) stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 253 Park PL (Schenectady) is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
253 Park PL (Schenectady) 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 253 Park PL (Schenectady) 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.

253 Park PL (Schenectady) is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 119 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 50 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

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 253 Park PL (Schenectady) compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 1 mile away

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Rent trends in Downtown Schenectady

2-bedroom apartments at 253 Park PL (Schenectady) cost about 26% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Downtown Schenectady.

Median rents as of Jun 20 2026.
Downtown Schenectady
Schenectady
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Schenectady
MonthMedian Rent
July 2024$1,235
August 2024$1,259
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$1,331
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Downtown Schenectady
MonthMedian Rent
November 2024$1,200
December 2024$1,231
January 2025$1,187
February 2025$1,150
March 2026$1,175
April 2026$1,184
May 2026$1,195

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$56,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $56,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,400.
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Schools near 253 Park PL (Schenectady)

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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Neighborhood

Downtown Schenectady | Schenectady, NY

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Schenectady near 253 Park Pl

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
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

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 253 Park Pl, Schenectady

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

4/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

4/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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