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How much does it cost to rent a home in Albany?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,583 | $2,400 | $4,750 |
| Albany 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $6,005 | $3,995 | $8,800 |
| Albany 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $5,598 | $3,500 | $7,195 |
| Albany 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $7,000 | $7,000 | $7,000 |
| Albany 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
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Cheapest Available Albany Apartments for Rent and Nearby
The cheapest available apartment rental in Albany, CA is a 3 Beds unit found at Collab@Oxford in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $612. FOUND Study Southside Berkeley in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 4 Beds apartment currently listed from $845. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Albany apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collab@Oxford | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $612 |
| FOUND Study Southside Berkeley | 4x2 - Double - Berkeley 26-27 | 4BR,2BA | $845 |
| 1770 La Loma | Third Floor | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| Helios | Helios - Bed rental - Shared Double 2026 - 2027... | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| The Lair | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $992 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Albany, CA and Nearby
As of July 07, 2026 the best value apartment in the Albany area is the $1.80 price per square foot 1BR/1.0BA Model at The Den in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $2,450. The second greatest value Albany apartment is the 5819 Bayview Ave Model at 5819 Bayview Ave, Unit In law unit starting at $2,500 with a $2.05 price per square foot in the Midtown 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Den | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
| 5819 Bayview Ave, Unit In law unit | 5819 Bayview Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| 1337 Cornell Ave, Unit 2BD 1BA Upstairs Unit | 1337 Cornell Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 1201 Liberty Apartments | 3 BR x 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $2.95 |
| 1401 Liberty St | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $2.94 |
| ArtHaus Dwight | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Collab@Oxford | 3X2 | 3BR,2BA | $0.80 |
| The Lair | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| 1467 Russell St | 1467 Russell St | 1BR,1BA | $2.63 |
| Telegraph Commons | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.82 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Albany?
There are currently 1953 Apartments for Rent in Albany, CA with pricing that ranges from $612 to $15,974. There are also 64 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Albany ranging from $1,000 to $8,800.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Albany?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Albany ranges from $1,000 to $8,800 with an average monthly rent of $3,846.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Albany?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Albany range from $612 to $8,945, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,995 to $8,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $845.
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