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118 Jay Street, Schenectady, New York 12305, United States|Seward Place
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Property Overview

This property features a spacious one-bedroom layout and receives a solid overall rating of 8.5 out of 10, reflecting its attractiveness for renters. It balances price and value well, earning an 8 out of 10 for affordability, while its impressive amenities and location ratings of 9 out of 10 highlight a premier living experience near transportation and educational facilities. Additionally, it demonstrates a commendable trustworthiness score of 7 out of 10, ensuring transparency for prospective tenants.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Jay is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Jay has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Middle school nearby

Great for

  • Work-from-home

Floor plans

Jay - Apt-0...Studio1 bath500 sqft1 bed 1 bath units available
Jay - Apt-0...1 bed1 bath340 sqft
118 Jay st - Apt-1...1 bed1 bath340 sqft
Jay - Apt-081 bed1 bath340 sqft
Jay - Apt-101 bed1 bath560 sqftBeautiful 1 Bed 1 Bath units in the historic Seneca Building at 118 Jay St. Heat and hot water included! Tenant only pays electricity and internet. These apartments boast hardwood floors, granite countertops, spacious bedrooms and baths, all in the most desirable location in Downtown Schenectady. Showing can only be schedule after an application has been received. Monthly income of 3X the monthly rent is required for applications to be considered.
118 Jay st - Apt-0...1 bed1 bath560 sqft
Jay - Apt-0...1 bed1 bath560 sqftBeautiful 1 Bed 1 Bath units in the historic Seneca Building at 118 Jay St. Heat and hot water included! Tenant only pays electricity and internet. These apartments boast hardwood floors, granite countertops, spacious bedrooms and baths, all in the most desirable location in Downtown Schenectady. Showing can only be schedule after an application has been received. Monthly income of 3X the monthly rent is required for applications to be considered.
118 Jay st - Apt-0...1 bed1 bath560 sqftMove in Special: First months rent FREE!!!!!! Spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment in an up and coming Downtown Location, Tenant just pays electric!
118 Jay st - Apt-0...1 bed1 bath560 sqftBeautiful 1 Bed 1 Bath units in the historic Seneca Building at 118 Jay St. Heat and hot water included! Tenant only pays electricity and internet. These apartments boast hardwood floors, granite countertops, spacious bedrooms and baths, all in the most desirable location in Downtown Schenectady. Showing can only be schedule after an application has been received. Monthly income of 3X the monthly rent is required for applications to be considered.

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Amenities for Jay

Apartment Amenities

Gas UtilitiesHeat
Hot WaterTrash Included
Utilities/Sewer

Building

Onsite Laundry
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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Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

Building details

Property details

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About Jay

HomeApartments in SchenectadySeward Place Jay

Move in Special: First months rent FREE!!!!!! Spacious 1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment in an up and coming Downtown Location, Tenant just pays electric!


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, Jay is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Jay has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated Jay
Price·8A 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.
Scoring a 8/10, Jay is a great option for renters looking for apartments in Seward Place. The rent is significantly lower than the median rent for the area, therefore this property is competitively priced for its location and its features. Residents here will find a home that meets their needs with few trade-offs.
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.
Jay goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including onsite laundry. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Jay 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.
Jay 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·9A 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.
Jay has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
Jay provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Jay is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 1 office supply store 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 Jay compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
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

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Rent trends in Seward Place

Median rents as of Jan 24 2026.
Seward Place
Schenectady
A table of studio rental data trends in Schenectady
MonthMedian Rent
February 2024$845
March 2024$843
April 2024$845
May 2024$845
June 2024$1,175
July 2024$1,131
August 2024$880
September 2024$796
October 2024$1,085
November 2024$1,195
December 2024$1,100
January 2025$1,106
February 2025$1,092
March 2025$935
April 2025$1,166
May 2025$1,235
June 2025$1,207
July 2025$1,196
August 2025$1,235
September 2025$1,225
October 2025$1,112
November 2025$1,118
December 2025$997
January 2026$897
A table of studio rental data trends in Seward Place
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$848

Schools near Jay

Yates Elementary School

725 salina st

schenectady, NY, 12308

PK, K-5Public
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Howe Elementary School

1065 baker ave

schenectady, NY, 12308

PK, K-5Public
C
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Getting around Schenectady near 118 Jay Street

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 118 Jay Street, Schenectady

Groceries

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

Shopping

5/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
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

8/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

Explore the area around 118 Jay Street

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