
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Center Square Neighborhood of Albany, NY from $700 (9 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Center Square area of Albany.


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252 state street

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256 state street

363 state street

71 chestnut street

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Center Square, Albany, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Center Square?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Center Square Studio Apartments | $1,295 | $1,225 | $1,365 |
| Center Square 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,407 | $1,075 | $1,995 |
| Center Square 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,714 | $1,200 | $2,700 |
| Center Square 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,809 | $1,215 | $2,080 |
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There are currently 9 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Center Square Neighborhood of Albany, NY.
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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 $850. 256 state street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Center Square apartments for rent in Albany, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 252 state street | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| 256 state street | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| 71 chestnut street | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Center Square, NY
As of February 16, 2026 the best value apartment in the Center Square area is the $1.38 price per square foot 285 Lark St Model at 285 Lark St, Unit 2nd floor in the in the Whitehall neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Center Square apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 96- 100 Chestnut St starting at $1,550 with a $1.82 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 285 Lark St, Unit 2nd floor | 285 Lark St | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
| 96- 100 Chestnut St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 303 Hudson Ave, Unit 3 | 303 Hudson Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 309 State St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.63 |
| 367 State St, Unit Third Floor | 367 State St | 1BR,1BA | $1.75 |
| Willett Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $3.90 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Center Square Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Square Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Center Square Apartment is $1,050 at 256 state 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 $1,550 at 96- 100 Chestnut St.
What is the most affordable Center Square Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Center Square Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willett Apartments and starts from $1,975.
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