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Student | Identity Logan Park
2050 Durant AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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2414 Telegraph
2410-2424 Telegraph AveBerkeley, CA 94704
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Rise at Berkeley
2025 Kala Bagai WayBerkeley, CA 94704
1160 Hearst Ave
BerkeleyCA94702
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2436 Haste St
BerkeleyCA94704
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2300 Bowditch StBerkeley, CA 94704
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K Street Flats
2020 Kittredge StBerkeley, CA 94704
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Collab@Oxford
1773 Oxford StBerkeley, CA 94709
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1725 Oxford StBerkeley, CA 94709
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Albany, CA Local Guide
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Albany?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheap Albany Studio Apartments | $2,506 | $1,297 | $4,929 |
| Cheap Albany 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,691 | $795 | $5,090 |
| Cheap Albany 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,381 | $800 | $7,607 |
| Cheap Albany 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,034 | $849 | $9,300 |
| Cheap Albany 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,956 | $1,310 | $10,000+ |
| Albany 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,636 | $1,140 | $10,000+ |
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Cheapest Available Albany Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Albany, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Student | Identity Logan Park in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $849. Helios in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Albany apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student | Identity Logan Park | Select 14 | 3BR,3BA | $849 |
| Helios | Shared Double | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Lair | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $999 |
| 2210 MLK | 5 Bedroom | 2 Bath B | 5BR,2BA | $1,025 |
| 2225 Hearst | First Floor | 5BR,2BA | $1,140 |
| Spectra Southside (Student) | Single Deluxe - S | 1BR,1BA | $1,165 |
| Rise at Berkeley | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,297 |
| 2414 Telegraph | 4 Bedroom | 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $1,310 |
| Ace Berkeley | 2BR/2B - Deluxe - B10 | 2BR,2BA | $1,375 |
| The Den | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,395 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Albany, CA
As of June 29, 2025 the best value apartment in the Albany area is the $2.86 price per square foot 4 Bed 2 Bath Model at 2434-2436 Fulton St in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $5,295. The second greatest value Albany apartment is the Telegraph Model at Fourth and U starting at $3,067 with a $2.52 price per square foot in the West Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Albany apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 2434-2436 Fulton St | 4 Bed 2 Bath | 4BR,2BA | $2.86 |
| Fourth and U | Telegraph | 2BR,2BA | $2.52 |
| 2210 MLK | 5 Bedroom | 2 Bath A | 5BR,2BA | $1.19 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 1 BA | 3BR,1BA | $2.85 |
| The Village at Town Center | The Colony | 2BR,2BA | $2.91 |
| Hillside Village | B3 | 2BR,2BA | $2.41 |
| 3340 Belmont Ave, Unit A | 3340 Belmont Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.76 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| 1176 University | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio ,1BA | $1.99 |
| 2120-2124 Dwight Way | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.07 |
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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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Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
95 / 100
Biker's Paradise
Daily errands can be accomplished on a bike
Transit Score®
57 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Albany Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Albany?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Albany is at Rise at Berkeley listed at $1,297.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Albany Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Albany Apartment is $950 at Helios.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Albany Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Albany is starting from $999 at The Lair.
What is the most affordable Albany Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Albany Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Student | Identity Logan Park and starts from $849.
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