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Highlights
- Dishwasher
- Open kitchen
- Stainless appliances
- Off street parking
- Gas stove
- Large walk in closet
Location
1516 Union St, Schenectady, NY 12309, USA
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Property Overview
1516 Union Street is highly rated with an overall Zumper score of 8.3, reflecting its competitive pricing and excellent amenities, which include a gas stove, stainless appliances, and off-street parking. The property’s location receives a top rating of 9, ensuring convenient access to schools and local attractions. This transparency in its offerings promotes trustworthiness, making it an attractive choice for prospective renters.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
Middle school nearby
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,450 /mo | 1 unit available | This newly remodeled 1 bedroom plus Den is on the second floor in a great location near Union College! Only a few blocks from Downtown where all the action is! Dining, shopping, and nightlife! Theaters and Cinema, or visit the Newly opened Rivers Casino! At the end of a long day you can look forward to coming home to this spacious flat on the 2nd floor with Beautiful refinished original hardwood flooring and new plush carpeting throughout. As you enter into your private entry front door there is a Large Living room with lots of natural light. Enough space to have both a living room set and dining area if needed. This updated eat in kitchen is open to the living area and is perfect for chef-ing it up with stainless appliances including a gas stove, large fridge and dishwasher for easy clean-up after a great meal! With new granite counters and plenty of new cabinets and cooking space you will look to cook and entertain family and friends! 1 bedroom is a good size and could easily accommodate a queen sized set. And you will just Love the Large walk in closet. Extra living space/den is upstairs in the finished attic space. Great for an extra room, office, entertainment room or playroom. Updated Full bathroom with tub/shower. Stack-able washer/dryer in the unit for your convenience! Small shared Back yard for grilling or catching some rays! Off street parking and a One car detached garage available to rent for an additional monthly fee per month. Driveway is shared with downstairs tenant. Small pets UNDER 25 LBS ONLY may be considered with monthly pet rent added and proof of vaccinations. |
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Amenities for 1516 Union Street
Apartment Amenities
| Top Floor |
Appliances
| In-Unit Laundry | Range |
| Refrigerator | Stove |
| Washer and Dryer |
Building
| Water/Sewer |
Grounds
| Off-Street Parking |
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
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Building details
Property details
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About 1516 Union Street
This newly remodeled 1 bedroom plus Den is on the second floor in a great location near Union College! Only a few blocks from Downtown where all the action is! Dining, shopping, and nightlife! Theaters and Cinema, or visit the Newly opened Rivers Casino! At the end of a long day you can look forward to coming home to this spacious flat on the 2nd floor with Beautiful refinished original hardwood flooring and new plush carpeting throughout. As you enter into your private entry front door there is a Large Living room with lots of natural light. Enough space to have both a living room set and dining area if needed. This updated eat in kitchen is open to the living area and is perfect for chef-ing it up with stainless appliances including a gas stove, large fridge and dishwasher for easy clean-up after a great meal! With new granite counters and plenty of new cabinets and cooking space you will look to cook and entertain family and friends! 1 bedroom is a good size and could easily accommodate a queen sized set. And you will just Love the Large walk in closet. Extra living space/den is upstairs in the finished attic space. Great for an extra room, office, entertainment room or playroom. Updated Full bathroom with tub/shower. Stack-able washer/dryer in the unit for your convenience! Small shared Back yard for grilling or catching some rays! Off street parking and a One car detached garage available to rent for an additional monthly fee per month. Driveway is shared with downstairs tenant. Small pets UNDER 25 LBS ONLY may be considered with monthly pet rent added and proof of vaccinations.
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.
8.3
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1516 Union Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1516 Union Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
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.
1516 Union Street 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·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.
1516 Union Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including off-street parking. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 1516 Union 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.
1516 Union 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 1516 Union 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.
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 1516 Union Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Middle school nearby
- There is a middle school 1 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from high schools
- The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
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Rent trends in Schenectady
1-bedroom apartments at 1516 Union Street cost about 16% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Schenectady.
Median rents as of Oct 11 2025.
Schenectady
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| October 2023 | $950 |
| November 2023 | $861 |
| December 2023 | $1,057 |
| January 2024 | $1,022 |
| 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 | $1,200 |
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Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
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Schools near 1516 Union Street
Howe Elementary School
1065 baker ave
schenectady, NY, 12308
PK, K-5Public
C
Paige Elementary School
104 elliott ave
schenectady, NY, 12304
PK, K-5Public
C-
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Getting around Schenectady near 1516 Union St
Walking
6/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.
Transit
4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.
Points of interest for 1516 Union St, Schenectady
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
5/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
10/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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Mos Food Market Inc
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State Street Supermarket Inc
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Niskayuna Co-Op Market
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Fabio Grocery
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Family Dollar
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Ferri Formals & Bridals
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Rubersi Sales
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Musler's
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Family Dollar
948 State St
Dunkin'
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Dunkin'
1200 State St
Starbucks
2303 Nott St E
Raw Juice & Smoothie Bar
177 Jay St
Ambition Coffee House & Eatery
154 Jay St
Horses Lounge
912 McClellan St
Lavish Lounge
1708 Union St
Maloneys Pub
1325 State St
Tropics Restaurant & Bar
201 S Brandywine Ave
The Broken Inn
2209 Nott St
Treatie Beatie Cakes By Evelyn
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Whisky Business Bakery
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Quigley's Cakes
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Puzzles Bakery & Caf
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Central Park
Vale Park
Schenectady Museum and Park
Grout Athletic Field
Pleasant Valley Park
Horses Lounge
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Rosarios Trattoria LLC
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Union Tandoori Grill
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Gershon's Deli & Caterers
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