
Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Albany Neighborhood of Albany, CA (321 Rentals)


555 Pierce St, Unit 942

535 Pierce St, Unit 5109

1209-1211 Marin Ave

1209 Marin Ave

920 Ramona Ave

555 Pierce St

Metro 510

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1337 Cornell Ave, Unit 2BD 1BA Upstairs Unit

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5930 Avila St, Unit Avila
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5235 Panama Ave, Unit 5235

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1325 Sacramento St, Unit SI FL1-ID1520529P

5921 Central Ave

1213 San Pablo Ave

420 Cornell Ave

Gateview at Albany Hill Condos

Bridgewater

Peterson House Apartments

6500 Central

5307-5309 Columbia
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5233-5231 Columbia

1655 Hopkins St

720 Stannage Ave

1145 Washington Ave

717 Kains Ave

1146 Washington Ave

1128 Portland Ave

801 Stannage Ave

1148-1150 Washington Ave

811 Kains Ave
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1141 Portland Ave

1121 Portland Ave

701-705 San Pablo Ave

821 Kains Ave

634 Stannage Ave

825 Kains Ave

632 Stannage Ave

737 Adams St

1020 Washington Ave

626 Kains Ave
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607-609 Stannage Ave

845 Stannage Ave

835 Cornell Ave

1137-1147 Solano Ave

848-850 Stannage Ave

605 Stannage Ave

1000 Washington Ave

734 Adams St

746 Adams St

728 Adams St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Albany?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Albany Studio Apartments | $3,158 | $2,425 | $3,755 |
| Downtown Albany 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,595 | $1,595 | $3,200 |
| Downtown Albany 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,543 | $2,500 | $4,000 |
| Downtown Albany 3 Bedroom Apartments | $4,400 | $4,200 | $4,600 |
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Albany?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Bedroom Homes | $3,200 | $2,800 | $3,600 |
| 3 Bedroom Homes | $8,800 | $8,800 | $8,800 |
| 4 Bedroom Homes | $4,800 | $4,800 | $4,800 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Albany, Albany, CA
Ranked #2
Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
2.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Albany
What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Downtown Albany area of Albany, CA?
As of today, July 25, 2026, there are currently 321 available Downtown Albany apartments priced from $1,595 to $4,600, with an average monthly rent of $2,974.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Albany Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Albany ranges from $1,595 to $3,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,595.
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