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Monthly Rent
$1,035
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Bedrooms
Studio bd
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Bathrooms
1 ba
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Square Feet
500 sq ft
The Foster Building, built in 1907, was originally a fashionable hotel that catered to high profile guests that visited the City as General Electric flourished. Just two doors down, the Schenectady Railway Building was the bustling hub of an elevated trolley system that operated from 1913 through the 1930's. These and two connecting buildings make up the four buildings of the Foster Complex. After years of neglect and many layers of ill fated urban renewal, the buildings had fallen into disrepair, and we almost completely vacant other than a family of pigeons. After a $4 million investment from Sequence Development, and partners at Metroplex, Capital Bank, National Grid and the National Park Service and State Historic Preservation Office's Historic Tax Credit Program, the buildings have been completely re-imagined into 21 apartments, 2 restaurants, a make-up studio, spa and 6000 sq ft of dramatic office space. The Facade of the Railway Building was completely removed, replaced with a modern interpretation of the original glass arched three story window the building once proudly wore. The Hotel Foster Building got a careful and intricate restoration of its delicate terra cotta facade, festooned with flowers and fruits. Each apartment at The Foster has been carefully thought out and designed with an artistic aesthetic marrying the buildings' unique historic details with modern finishes and fixtures. Choose from one, two and three bedrooms, with views of bustling State Street, the mountains, and iconic GE sign. Each apartment has hardwood flooring or restored terrazzo floors, stainless steel appliances, washers and dryers, ample closet space, subway and penny tile, soaking tubs and video intercom system.
Pricing & Floor Plans
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Unit 2041Bprice $1,035square feet 500availibility Now
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Unit 2041Bprice $1,035square feet 500availibility Now
About The Foster
The Foster Building, built in 1907, was originally a fashionable hotel that catered to high profile guests that visited the City as General Electric flourished. Just two doors down, the Schenectady Railway Building was the bustling hub of an elevated trolley system that operated from 1913 through the 1930's. These and two connecting buildings make up the four buildings of the Foster Complex. After years of neglect and many layers of ill fated urban renewal, the buildings had fallen into disrepair, and we almost completely vacant other than a family of pigeons. After a $4 million investment from Sequence Development, and partners at Metroplex, Capital Bank, National Grid and the National Park Service and State Historic Preservation Office's Historic Tax Credit Program, the buildings have been completely re-imagined into 21 apartments, 2 restaurants, a make-up studio, spa and 6000 sq ft of dramatic office space. The Facade of the Railway Building was completely removed, replaced with a modern interpretation of the original glass arched three story window the building once proudly wore. The Hotel Foster Building got a careful and intricate restoration of its delicate terra cotta facade, festooned with flowers and fruits. Each apartment at The Foster has been carefully thought out and designed with an artistic aesthetic marrying the buildings' unique historic details with modern finishes and fixtures. Choose from one, two and three bedrooms, with views of bustling State Street, the mountains, and iconic GE sign. Each apartment has hardwood flooring or restored terrazzo floors, stainless steel appliances, washers and dryers, ample closet space, subway and penny tile, soaking tubs and video intercom system.
The Foster is an apartment community located in Schenectady County and the 12305 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Schenectady City attendance zone.
Unique Features
- large open concept living
- elevated library area
- garden style
- two walk-in closets
- incredible natural light
- dining and kitchen
- large walk-in pantry
- separate entrance off of courtyard
- skylight
- walk-in closet
Community Amenities
- Courtyard
Apartment Features
Walk-In Closets
Kitchen
Pantry
Skylights
- Pantry
- Kitchen
- Skylights
- Walk-In Closets
Fees and Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
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Details
Lease Options
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12
Property Information
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21 units/5 stories
- Courtyard
- large open concept living
- elevated library area
- garden style
- two walk-in closets
- incredible natural light
- dining and kitchen
- large walk-in pantry
- separate entrance off of courtyard
- skylight
- walk-in closet
- Pantry
- Kitchen
- Skylights
- Walk-In Closets
| Monday | 12am - 12am |
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| Tuesday | 12am - 12am |
| Wednesday | 12am - 12am |
| Thursday | 12am - 12am |
| Friday | 12am - 12am |
| Saturday | 12am - 12am |
| Sunday | 12am - 12am |
Seward Place is an urban neighborhood adjacent to Downtown Schenectady. Proximity to this buzzing downtown district provides residents with easy access to local restaurants, bars, breweries, and shops. Local attractions include Proctors Theatre, Bow Tie Cinemas, and Schenectady City Hall. Union College sits nearby, making Seward Place a great neighborhood for students, faculty, and staff. Because of its central location in the heart of the city, there’s a wide variety of housing. Apartments, houses, condos, and townhomes in the area range from affordable to luxury, so there’s something for everyone. Seward Place sits just a few miles off Mohawk River, where you’ll find riverside parks and jogging and biking trails.
Learn more about living in Seward Place| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 22 min | 9.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 26 min | 12.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 23 min | 13.2 mi |
The Foster Photos
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The Foster
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Map Image of the Property
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The Foster - Penthouse
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The Foster - Apartment 3A
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The Foster - Apartment 3A
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The Foster - Apartment 3A
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The Foster - Apartment 3A
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The Foster - Apartment 3A
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The Foster - Apartment 3C
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The Foster has studios available with rent ranges from $1,035/mo. to $1,035/mo.
Yes, to view the floor plan in person, please schedule a personal tour.
The Foster is in Seward Place in the city of Schenectady. Here you’ll find three shopping centers within 2.6 miles of the property. Five parks are within 11.8 miles, including miSci and Suits-Bueche Planetarium, Maple Ski Ridge, and Mabee Farm Historic Site.
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508 State St
Schenectady, NY 12305
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