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Highlights
- 2 spacious bedrooms
- Pet friendly
Location
2331 Niskayuna Dr, Niskayuna, NY 12309, USA
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Property Overview
Hillcrest Garden Apartments offers an exceptional living experience with an overall Zumper rating of 8.6 out of 10, reflecting competitive pricing and a remarkable amenities score of 9 out of 10. Residents benefit from a prime location, rated 9 out of 10, and are within close proximity to top-rated schools. Notably, the property supports work-from-home lifestyles with ample natural lighting and high-speed internet, while maintaining transparency with a trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10.
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- High school nearby
- Less expensive
Great for
Work-from-home
Floor plans
| 2BR/1.0BA | 2 bed | 1 bath | 800 sqft | $1,350 /mo | 1 unit available | Welcome to this 2-bedroom 1 bath apartment, in the award-winning Niskayuna School District, featuring hardwood floors throughout. Large living room with plenty of natural lighting. Newer windows and blinds throughout. Kitchen with stove and refrigerator. Plenty of cabinets and pantry closet. Full bathroom with ceramic tile floor and tub. 2 spacious bedrooms. Rent includes hot water, city water, sewer, trash removal, snow removal and lawn care. Each unit comes with 1 detached garage parking stall and availability for additional off-street parking. Coin operated shared laundry on premise. Conveniently located behind the local Dean Street Park with basketball court, tennis court and playground. Residents are responsible for electric, heat, cable and internet. Pet friendly, conditions apply. |
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Amenities for Hillcrest Garden Apartments
Apartment Amenities
| Hot Water |
Appliances
| Range with Oven | Refrigerator |
Building
| Water/Sewer |
Services
| Trash Removal |
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
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One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Units | 24 |
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About Hillcrest Garden Apartments
Welcome to this 2-bedroom 1 bath apartment, in the award-winning Niskayuna School District, featuring hardwood floors throughout. Large living room with plenty of natural lighting. Newer windows and blinds throughout. Kitchen with stove and refrigerator. Plenty of cabinets and pantry closet. Full bathroom with ceramic tile floor and tub. 2 spacious bedrooms. Rent includes hot water, city water, sewer, trash removal, snow removal and lawn care. Each unit comes with 1 detached garage parking stall and availability for additional off-street parking. Coin operated shared laundry on premise. Conveniently located behind the local Dean Street Park with basketball court, tennis court and playground. Residents are responsible for electric, heat, cable and internet. Pet friendly, conditions apply.
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.
8.6
/10
Very GoodWith a solid 8.6 out of 10 overall, Hillcrest Garden Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Hillcrest Garden Apartments 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·10A 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.
Hillcrest Garden Apartments offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
Hillcrest Garden Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including hot water. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, Hillcrest Garden Apartments 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.
Hillcrest Garden Apartments 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 Hillcrest Garden Apartments 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.
Hillcrest Garden Apartments 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 Hillcrest Garden Apartments compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Less expensive
- The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Niskayuna
2-bedroom apartments at Hillcrest Garden Apartments cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Niskayuna.
Median rents as of May 31 2025.
Niskayuna
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| March 2024 | $1,625 |
| April 2024 | $1,762 |
| September 2024 | $1,334 |
| October 2024 | $1,334 |
| April 2025 | $1,750 |
| May 2025 | $1,750 |
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Can I afford to live at 2331 Niskayuna Dr?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$54,000/yr
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Schools near Hillcrest Garden Apartments
Craig Elementary School
2566 balltown rd
schenectady, NY, 12309
K-5Public
A-
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
Latham Ridge School
6 mercer ave
latham, NY, 12110
K-5Public
A-
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Neighborhood
NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.
Getting around Niskayuna near 2331 Niskayuna Dr
Walking
5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.
Driving
8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
4/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 2331 Niskayuna Dr, Niskayuna
Groceries
4/10
At least one supermarket within a 20-minute walk
Shopping
3/10
Some shops within walking distance
Cafes
2/10
Some cafés within walking distance
Restaurants
4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk
Parks
6/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
2/10
Few or no bars within walking distance
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