Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center Square Neighborhood of Albany, NY from $700 (22 Rentals)

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336 Hudson street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

336 Hudson street

336 Hudson AveAlbany, NY 12210
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325 State Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

325 State Street

325 State StAlbany, NY 12210

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363 state street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

363 state street

363 State StAlbany, NY 12210
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256 state street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

256 state street

256 State StAlbany, NY 12210

Center Square, Albany, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Center Square Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Center Square area of Albany, NY is a Studio unit found at 252 state street priced from $900. 338 Hudson street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Center Square apartments for rent in Albany, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
252 state streetStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$900
338 Hudson streetStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$950
100 Chestnut StStudio, 1 bathStudio,1BA$1,200
ArtHouse ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,250
71 chestnut street1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,255

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center Square, NY

As of June 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Center Square area is the $1.18 price per square foot 327 Hudson Ave Model at 327 Hudson Ave, Unit Apartment #1 in the in the Whitehall neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Center Square apartment is the 1BD 1.5BA Model at Albany Lofts at One Broadway starting at $1,965 with a $1.56 price per square foot in the Arbor Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Center Square apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
327 Hudson Ave, Unit Apartment #1327 Hudson Ave2BR,2.5BA$1.18
Albany Lofts at One Broadway1BD 1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$1.56
28 Dove St, Unit 128 Dove St1BR,1BA$1.50
Steuben Place ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$2.00
ArtHouse Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.94
Willett Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Dining Room1BR,1BA$1.78
57 Dove St, Unit 457 Dove St2BR,1BA$1.88
239 Elm St, Unit 239 #2239 Elm St1BR,1BA$1.38
241 Elm St, Unit 241 #1241 Elm St1BR,1BA$1.44
100 Chestnut StStudio, 1 bathStudio ,1BA$2.40

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Center Square, Albany, NY

Ranked #13

Among neighborhoods in Albany, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Center Square Neighborhood in Albany, NY

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

69 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center Square Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Center Square?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Center Square is at 252 state street listed at $900.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Square Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Square Apartment is $1,255 at 71 chestnut street.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Center Square Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Center Square is starting from $1,795 at 930 On Broadway.

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