
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Campus Area Albany, NY from $900 (5 Rentals)
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Campus Area, Albany, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Campus Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus Area Studio Apartments | $1,381 | $1,048 | $1,500 |
| Campus Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,896 | $1,148 | $2,430 |
| Campus Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,942 | $1,135 | $2,630 |
| Campus Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,080 | $1,080 | $1,080 |
| Campus Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,018 | $985 | $1,210 |
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There are currently 5 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Campus Area Neighborhood of Albany, NY.
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Cheapest Available Campus Area Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Campus Area area of Albany, NY is a Studio unit found at Campus View Apartments priced from $1,048. The Alexander has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,834. Here are the most affordable Campus Area apartments for rent in Albany, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Campus View Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,048 |
| The Alexander | A02 | 1BR,1BA | $1,834 |
| Landmark Albany | The Egg | 1BR,1BA | $2,155 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Campus Area, NY
As of August 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Campus Area area is the $0.81 price per square foot Ballston C Model at Block 75 in the in the Campus Area neighborhood starting from $985. The second greatest value Campus Area apartment is the The Egg Model at Landmark Albany starting at $2,155 with a $2.24 price per square foot in the Campus Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Campus Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Block 75 | Ballston C | 4BR,4BA | $0.81 |
| Landmark Albany | The Egg | 1BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| 4 Katherine Rd, Unit B 4 Katherine Road | 4 Katherine Rd | 2BR,1BA | $2.24 |
| The Alexander | A02 | 1BR,1BA | $2.42 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Campus Area Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Campus Area?
The cheapest apartment in Campus Area is Campus View Apartments which is listed at $1,148, while the average apartment in Campus Area costs $1,677.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Campus Area?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 14 regular apartments in Campus Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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