Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Albany Neighborhood of Albany, CA from $1,800 (2 Rentals)

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Downtown Albany, Albany, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Albany, CA

As of May 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Albany area is the $2.90 price per square foot 2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft Model at Bosco in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $3,717. The second greatest value Downtown Albany apartment is the 2A.2 Model at Metro 510 starting at $3,428 with a $3.22 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.
Bosco2 Bed 1 Bath - 1280 sqft2BR,1BA$2.90
Metro 5102A.22BR,2BA$3.22
1122U3 Bedroom, 2 Bath A3BR,2BA$4.78
5305 Panama Ave, Unit 53055305 Panama Ave1BR,1BA$2.50
5303 Panama Ave, Unit 5305 panama ave richmond5303 Panama Ave2BR,1BA$2.76
928 Adams St, Unit 1928 Adams St2BR,1BA$3.33
Aquatic Fourth StreetA2- 1C1BR,1BA$4.35
The Village at Town CenterThe Enzo1BR,1BA$4.30
Hillside VillageS1Studio ,1BA$6.58
URSA BerkeleyBETA 41BR,1BA$6.62

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Albany

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Albany?

There are currently 328 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Albany, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,408 to $6,999. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Albany ranging from $1,895 to $3,975.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Albany?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Albany ranges from $1,895 to $3,975 with an average monthly rent of $2,859.

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