Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Albany Neighborhood of Albany, CA from $1,500 (123 Rentals)

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420 Cornell Ave
4 Bedroom Apartments

420 Cornell Ave

420 Cornell AveAlbany, CA 94706
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1272 Solano Ave
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

1272 Solano Ave

1272 Solano AveAlbany, CA 94706
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1121 Portland Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

1121 Portland Ave

1121 Portland AveAlbany, CA 94706
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701 Buchanan St
1 Bedroom Apartments

701 Buchanan St

701 Buchanan StAlbany, CA 94706
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785 Taft Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

785 Taft Ave

785 Taft AveAlbany, CA 94706

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737 Adams St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

737 Adams St

737 Adams StAlbany, CA 94706
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632 Stannage Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

632 Stannage Ave

632 Stannage AveAlbany, CA 94706
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800 Pierce St
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

800 Pierce St

800 Pierce StAlbany, CA 94706
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1040 Evelyn Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

1040 Evelyn Ave

1040 Evelyn AveAlbany, CA 94706
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401 Stannage Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

401 Stannage Ave

401 Stannage AveAlbany, CA 94706
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1140 Cornell Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1140 Cornell Ave

1140 Cornell AveAlbany, CA 94706
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634 Stannage Ave
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

634 Stannage Ave

634 Stannage AveAlbany, CA 94706
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410 Evelyn Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

410 Evelyn Ave

410 Evelyn AveAlbany, CA 94706
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609 Jackson St
2 Bedroom Apartments

609 Jackson St

609 Jackson StAlbany, CA 94706

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1125 Neilson St
Studio Apartments

1125 Neilson St

1125 Neilson StAlbany, CA 94706
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821 Kains Ave
Studio Apartments

821 Kains Ave

821 Kains AveAlbany, CA 94706
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635-639 Adams St
2 Bedroom Apartments

635-639 Adams St

635-639 Adams StAlbany, CA 94706
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1400 Solano Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1400 Solano Ave

1400 Solano AveAlbany, CA 94706
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416 Talbot Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

416 Talbot Ave

416 Talbot AveAlbany, CA 94706
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765 Taft St
2 Bedroom Apartments

765 Taft St

765 Taft StAlbany, CA 94706
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745 Madison St
Studio Apartments

745 Madison St

745 Madison StAlbany, CA 94706

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605 San Pablo Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

605 San Pablo Ave

605 San Pablo AveAlbany, CA 94706
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935 Pierce St
2 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

935 Pierce St

935 Pierce StAlbany, CA 94706
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700 Solano Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

700 Solano Ave

700 Solano AveAlbany, CA 94706
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825 Kains Ave
Studio Apartments

825 Kains Ave

825 Kains AveAlbany, CA 94706
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411 Stannage Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

411 Stannage Ave

411 Stannage AveAlbany, CA 94706
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915 Taylor St
Studio Apartments

915 Taylor St

915 Taylor StAlbany, CA 94706
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407 Cornell Ave
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

407 Cornell Ave

407 Cornell AveAlbany, CA 94706

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530 Adams St
Studio Apartments

530 Adams St

530 Adams StAlbany, CA 94706
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Dolores Apartments
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Dolores Apartments

1235 Solano AveAlbany, CA 94706
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955 Stannage Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

955 Stannage Ave

955 Stannage AveAlbany, CA 94706
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1301 Gilman St
1 Bedroom Apartments

1301 Gilman St

1301 Gilman StAlbany, CA 94706
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1213 San Pablo Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

1213 San Pablo Ave

1213 San Pablo AveAlbany, CA 94706
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970 Kains Ave
2 Bedroom Apartments

970 Kains Ave

970 Kains AveAlbany, CA 94706
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Albanyview Apartments
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Albanyview Apartments

700 Calhoun StAlbany, CA 94706
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935 Solano Ave
Studio Apartments

935 Solano Ave

935 Solano AveAlbany, CA 94706
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Learn the official definition (spending 30% or more of your gross income on housing) and how to calculate your exact rent-to-income ratio. This guide offers expert tips on factoring in total housing costs (including utilities and fees) and budgeting accurately to avoid unnecessary financial strain.

Downtown Albany, Albany, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Albany Apartments for Rent

 
Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hillside Terrace2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$2,295
Metro 5101A1BR,1BA$2,875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Albany, CA

As of July 25, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Albany area is the $3.39 price per square foot 1A Model at Metro 510 in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $2,875. The second greatest value Downtown Albany apartment is the 5235 Panama Ave Model at 5235 Panama Ave, Unit 5235 starting at $2,500 with a $3.21 price per square foot in the Midtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Albany apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Metro 5101A1BR,1BA$3.39
5235 Panama Ave, Unit 52355235 Panama Ave2BR,1BA$3.21
Hillside Terrace2 Beds, 1 Baths2BR,1BA$3.14

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Albany, Albany, CA

Ranked #2

Among cities in California for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Albany Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Albany Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Albany Apartment is $2,875 at Metro 510.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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