
1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Albany, CA (852 Rentals)


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Gateview at Albany Hill Condos

La Cha Farrel

411 Stannage Ave

416 Talbot Ave

1121 Portland Ave

1037 Stannage Ave

407 Cornell Ave

1145 Washington Ave
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1109 Dartmouth St

1140 Cornell Ave

1305 Solano Ave

1009 Kains Ave

716-730 Solano Ave

632 Stannage Ave

960-962 Adams St

1496 Marin Ave

737 Adams St

848 San Carlos Ave
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845 San Carlos Ave

841 Cleveland Ave

937-941 Solano Ave

1400 Solano Ave

1148-1150 Washington Ave

605 San Pablo Ave

420 Stannage Ave

734 Adams St

1272 Solano Ave

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800 Pierce St

612 San Gabriel Ave

701 Buchanan St

845 Stannage Ave

700 Solano Ave

1040 Clay St

974-976 Neilson St

950 Kains Ave

425 Evelyn Ave

1079 San Pablo Ave
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837-839 Cleveland Ave

814 Solano Ave

986 Kains Ave

1301 Gilman St

1213 San Pablo Ave

Albanyview Apartments

Park Plaza Apartments

833-841 Adams St

Fourth and U

The Village at Town Center
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Albany?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany Studio Apartments | $2,464 | $950 | $5,226 |
Albany 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,772 | $765 | $9,261 |
| Albany 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,176 | $674 | $10,000+ |
| Albany 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,666 | $810 | $10,000+ |
| Albany 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,393 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Albany 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,790 | $1,305 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Albany 1 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Albany, CA is found at The Den in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood and is 1,360 square feet priced from $2,450. Addison Arts Apartments has the second largest 1 Bedroom, which is sized at 803 square feet and currently listed start at $2,895. Here is today’s list of the largest available 1 Bedroom units in Albany:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Den | 1BR/1.0BA | 1,360 Sq Ft | $2,450 |
| Addison Arts Apartments | 1+ Bed / 1 Bath (w/partition) | 803 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
| Jones Berkeley | A1.1 | 757 Sq Ft | $4,001 |
| Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 1B | 751 Sq Ft | $3,265 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 700 Sq Ft | $2,000 |
| Mayfair Station | 1 Bedroom | 695 Sq Ft | $2,596 |
| 2405 Fulton St | 1 Bedroom and Full Livingroom | 680 Sq Ft | $2,150 |
| Americana Apartments | 1 Br. | 580 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| Parker | One Bedroom | 576 Sq Ft | $3,082 |
| The Overture | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 512 Sq Ft | $2,895 |
Cheapest Available Albany 1 Bedroom Apartments
As of May 25, 2026 the lowest priced 1 Bedroom apartment unit in Albany, CA is the Bed rental - Shared Double Occupancy Room Model starting from $950 at Helios in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Albany 1 Bedroom is the Peaceful Northside Student Housing | Single-Pri... Model at 1770 La Loma starting at $1,650 . The average price for all 1 Bedroom apartments in Albany is currently $2,772. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 1 Bedroom options in Albany:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Helios | Bed rental - Shared Double Occupancy Room | $950 |
| 1770 La Loma | Peaceful Northside Student Housing | Single-Pri... | $1,650 |
| 1920 Francisco LLC | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,800 |
| MB Apartments | 1 bedrooms | $1,850 |
| 6500 Donal Ave | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,850 |
| Wesley House | 1BR/1.0BA | $1,895 |
| 2211 Carleton St | 1BRD 1 BATH | $1,995 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | 1 Bed, 1 bath | $2,000 |
| 2405 Fulton St | 1 Bedroom and Full Livingroom | $2,150 |
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Albany Overview
Just 20 minutes outside of San Francisco sits the city of Albany, California. Full of life and beauty, this city has plenty to do. Many potential renters who are seeking apartments in Albany want a thorough understanding of the areas, school, nightlife, and more. Rich in history, you will find various landmarks, amazing vacation spots, and breathtaking weather. Here is everything a renter needs to know about the city before looking at any Albany apartments.
Why live in Albany, CA?
Albany is unique, with a highly diverse economic and cultural population, it has an infectious atmosphere that's hard to shake. As a suburb of Oakland, they have excellent public schools and many private schools to choose from. It has also been ranked as one of the top 5 suburban cities to live in California. This ranking is based on public schools, weather, nightlife, family friendliness, diversity, and more. Albany apartments are close to many bars and restaurants, allowing residents to walk to and from their destination with ease.
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Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Albany Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Albany with 1 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Albany is at Helios listed at $950.
How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Albany Apartment?
The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Albany is $2,772.
What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Albany Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Albany is a 1,360 square feet unit starting from $2,450 at The Den.
What is the average size for Albany 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Albany is currently 515 sq ft.
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