
Studio Apartments for Rent in Albany, CA (940 Rentals)


1234 Solano Ave

422-428 Stannage Ave

925 Kains Ave

1137 Talbot Ave

717 Kains Ave

1541-1543 Hopkins St

641 Adams St

1137-1147 Solano Ave

970-972 Adams St
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728 Adams St

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1272 Solano Ave

1062-1066 Kains Ave

411 Cornell Ave

1141 Portland Ave

518 Kains Ave

1125 Neilson St

626 Kains Ave

536 Adams St
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408 Stannage Ave

1128 Portland Ave

1035 Kains Ave

530 Adams St

825 Kains Ave

737 Adams St

808 Adams St

1118-1120 Cornell Ave

1050 Kains Ave

521 Kains Ave
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1155 Brighton Ave

1515 Hopkins St

959 Neilson St

415 Cornell Ave

821 Kains Ave

726 Key Rt. Blvd

914-916 Kains Ave

1068 Kains Ave

1221 Brighton Ave

1121 Portland Ave
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404 Stannage Ave

915 Taylor St

1020 Washington Ave

1126 Marin Ave

1117 Brighton Ave

1247 Brighton Ave

746 Adams St

1055 Kains Ave

1000 Washington Ave

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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 | $2,517 | $950 | $5,558 |
| Albany 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,820 | $765 | $9,925 |
| Albany 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,312 | $472 | $10,000+ |
| Albany 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,522 | $612 | $9,021 |
| Albany 4 Bedroom Apartments | $4,044 | $845 | $10,000+ |
| Albany 5 Bedroom Apartments | $3,725 | $1,305 | $10,000+ |
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Largest Available Albany Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Albany, CA is found at Parker in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood and is 683 square feet priced from $2,647. Margaret Hall has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 600 square feet and currently listed start at $2,195. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Albany:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parker | Studio | 683 Sq Ft | $2,647 |
| Margaret Hall | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | 600 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
| Addison | S1.1 | 535 Sq Ft | $3,585 |
| Aquatic Higby | Higby A4 | 503 Sq Ft | $2,375 |
| Ace Berkeley | Studio - S3 | 502 Sq Ft | $3,500 |
| 1526 Arch St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | 500 Sq Ft | $2,250 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | Studio, 1 bath | 500 Sq Ft | $1,775 |
| Americana Apartments | Studio | 385 Sq Ft | $1,950 |
| 2510 Bancroft Way | Studio | 338 Sq Ft | $2,395 |
| 2122 Dwight Way | Studio | 325 Sq Ft | $1,995 |
Cheapest Available Albany Studio Apartments
As of June 16, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Albany, CA is the 0BR/1.0BA Model starting from $1,095 at Wesley House in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. The second most affordable Albany Studio is the 0BR/1.0BA Model at Aquatic @ U starting at $1,397 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Albany is currently $2,517. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Albany:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Wesley House | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,095 |
| Aquatic @ U | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,397 |
| Rise at Berkeley | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,398 |
| 1919 Curtis St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | $1,550 |
| Poets Place Apartment | Apartments | $1,750 |
| 2000 Durant Ave | Studio, 1 bath | $1,775 |
| UC Studios | Studios | $1,795 |
| 1920 Francisco LLC | 0BR/1.0BA | $1,795 |
| 2333 Channing Way | Studio | $1,895 |
| Americana Apartments | Studio | $1,950 |
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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 Studio Albany Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Albany with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Albany is at Wesley House listed at $1,095.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Albany Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Albany is $2,517.
What is the largest available Studio Albany Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Albany is a 683 square feet unit starting from $2,647 at Parker.
What is the average size for Albany Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Albany is currently 409 sq ft.
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