Apartments for Rent in Albany, NY Under $1,500 (243 Rentals)

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36 S Main Ave, Unit 1
$1,500
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36 S Main Ave, Unit 1

36 S Main AveAlbany, NY 12208
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396 Clinton Ave, Unit 2
$1,490
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396 Clinton Ave, Unit 2

396 Clinton AveAlbany, NY 12206
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146 Chestnut St, Unit 3
$1,400
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$1,400

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1 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 1

146 Chestnut St, Unit 3

146 Chestnut StAlbany, NY 12210
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51 Russell Rd
$1,300 - $1,400
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1 to 2 Bedroom Apartment Available Oct 1

51 Russell Rd

51 Russell RdAlbany, NY 12203
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560 Park Ave, Unit 560-1
$1,250
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$1,250

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560 Park Ave, Unit 560-1

560 Park AveAlbany, NY 12208
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Campus View Apartments
$1,048 - $1,288
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$1,048 - $1,288

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Campus View Apartments

10 Brevator StAlbany, NY 12203
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Block 75
$985 - $1,210
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$985 - $1,210

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Block 75

1475 Washington AveAlbany, NY 12206
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Frequently Asked Questions about Albany

How much are Studio apartments in Albany?

There are currently 589 Studio Apartments in Albany with rent ranges from $810 to $2,025 with an average price of $1,461.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Albany Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Albany ranges from $500 to $3,023 with an average monthly rent of $1,683.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Albany cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Albany range from $990 to $18,250. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,137.

How expensive are Albany Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 198 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Albany on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $999 to $3,914 - averaging $2,088 for the location.

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The Best Neighborhoods for Renters While Attending College in Albany

Written by: Patrick Ryan

Albany, the Capital city of New York state, is revered for its unique architecture and storied history.

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Practical Tips for Renters: How to Identify a Great Rental and Avoid Red Flags

Written by: Robin Stewart

Renters want to find a great apartment, the right place for them, one that checks all the boxes of location, rental cost, amenities, safety, and more.

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First Apartment Regrets: Real Renters Share What They'd Do Differently

Written by: Robin Stewart

Hindsight is 20/20. Live and Learn. With age comes wisdom. We’re familiar with all those expressions, and all of them apply to lessons first-time renters learn.

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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Insurance seems to be a part of life. In some states, having insurance is the law, as is the case for automobile insurance. Renters are no exception.