
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Arbor Hill Neighborhood of Albany, NY from $700 (15 Rentals)
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333 Orange St, Unit basement

39 Columbia Street

The Kenmore

The Knick
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930 On Broadway

Fort Fredrick Apartments

Livingston School Apartments

256 state street

252 state street
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71 chestnut street

4-6 Sheridan Ave

65 Lark St, Unit 1

255 State St

1643 1st St
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Arbor Hill, Albany, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Arbor Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arbor Hill Studio Apartments | $1,450 | $940 | $1,599 |
| Arbor Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,530 | $975 | $1,995 |
| Arbor Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,968 | $1,000 | $2,750 |
| Arbor Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
| Arbor Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
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There are currently 15 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Arbor Hill Neighborhood of Albany, NY.
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Cheapest Available Arbor Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Arbor Hill area of Albany, NY is a Studio unit found at 287 State St priced from $940. 256 state street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Arbor Hill apartments for rent in Albany, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 287 State St | 280/2 | Studio,1BA | $940 |
| 256 state street | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 71 chestnut street | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Kenmore | 203 | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| 255 State St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Arbor Hill, NY
As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Arbor Hill area is the $1.55 price per square foot 35 Clinton Ave Model at 35 Clinton Ave, Unit UpperFloors/2Bedroom in the in the Arbor Hill neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Arbor Hill apartment is the 2BR/2.0BA Model at The Monroe Apartments starting at $1,999 with a $1.52 price per square foot in the Arbor Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Arbor Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Clinton Ave, Unit UpperFloors/2Bedroom | 35 Clinton Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.55 |
| The Monroe Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| The Kennedy | 402 | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 28 Dove St, Unit 2 | 28 Dove St | 2BR,1BA | $1.95 |
| 96- 100 Chestnut St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 39 Columbia Street | 402 | 1BR,1BA | $1.96 |
| Slip 12 | 415 | 1BR,1BA | $2.82 |
| The Kenmore | 307 | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| 930 On Broadway | 1 Bedroom A | 1BR,1BA | $2.83 |
| 90 Swan | 1BD | 1BR,1BA | $2.71 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleArbor Hill, Albany, NY
Ranked #19
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Arbor Hill Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Arbor Hill?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Arbor Hill is at 287 State St listed at $940.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Arbor Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Arbor Hill Apartment is $950 at 256 state street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Arbor Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Arbor Hill is starting from $1,550 at 96- 100 Chestnut St.
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