Cheap Homes for Rent in West Albany Neighborhood of Albany, CA from $2,400 (2 Rentals)

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West Albany, Albany, CA Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Albany, CA

As of September 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Albany area is the $4.68 price per square foot 1216 Spruce St Model at 1216 Spruce St, Unit 1216-1/2SpruceS in the in the North Berkeley neighborhood starting from $5,800. The second greatest value West Albany apartment is the 1622 Oxford St Model at 1622 Oxford St, Unit 5W starting at $1,795 with a $1.79 price per square foot in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Albany apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1216 Spruce St, Unit 1216-1/2SpruceS1216 Spruce St3BR,2BA$4.68
1622 Oxford St, Unit 5W1622 Oxford St1BR,1BA$1.79
University ParkB42BR,1BA$4.59
Metro 5101A1BR,1BA$3.39
1668 Shattuck Ave, Unit 21668 Shattuck Ave2BR,1BA$3.01
MB Apartments2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$3.33
1425 7th St, Unit 31425 7th St2BR,1BA$3.85
1514 Walnut Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$4.38
1449 Martin Luther King Jr Way, Unit 14491449 Martin Luther King Jr Way1BR,1BA$4.22
1822 Virginia St1822 Virginia St1BR,1BA$4.59

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Albany, Albany, CA

Ranked #3

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about West Albany

What type of rentals are currently available in West Albany?

There are currently 566 Apartments for Rent in West Albany, CA with pricing that ranges from $1,140 to $5,800. There are also 15 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Albany ranging from $2,479 to $7,250.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Albany ranges from $2,479 to $7,250 with an average monthly rent of $4,069.

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