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Albany, CA Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Albany?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,277 | $2,200 | $4,500 |
| Albany 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,999 | $3,500 | $7,800 |
| Albany 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,700 | $3,500 | $3,900 |
| Albany 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $8,500 | $8,500 | $8,500 |
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Cheapest Available Albany Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Albany, CA is a 5 Beds unit found at Wesley House in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $795. 1770 La Loma in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $850. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Albany apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wesley House | 5BR/2.0BA | 5BR,2BA | $795 |
| 1770 La Loma | Third Floor | 1BR,1BA | $850 |
| The Lair | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $850 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Albany, CA
As of August 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Albany area is the $0.85 price per square foot Single Bedroom Furnished Model at 2504 Dana St in the in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Albany apartment is the 2 Beds, 1 Baths Model at 2336 Channing Way starting at $4,200 with a $2.45 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2504 Dana St | Single Bedroom Furnished | 1BR,1BA | $0.85 |
| 2336 Channing Way | 2 Beds, 1 Baths | 2BR,1BA | $2.45 |
| The Den | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.47 |
| 5819 Bayview Ave, Unit In law unit | 5819 Bayview Ave | 2BR,1BA | $2.05 |
| ArtHaus Dwight | D1 | 4BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| 2124 Parker | 3 Bedroom | 2 Bath A | 3BR,2BA | $1.32 |
| The Lair | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Student | Identity Logan Park | Select 19 | 1BR,1BA | $2.51 |
| 2360 Ellsworth | 2 Bedroom | 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
| 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 1962 Apartments for Rent in Albany, CA with pricing that ranges from $765 to $15,276. There are also 69 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Albany ranging from $1,000 to $8,500.
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 $8,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,745.
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 $850 to $9,184, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $3,500 to $7,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $845.
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