
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Avenue Neighborhood of Albany, NY from $700 (37 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Central Avenue area of Albany.


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40 Central Ave, Unit 2 Fifth Floor

418 Sheridan Ave

287 State St

441 State St

541 Clinton Ave

20 Park Residences

23 Benson St

39 S Lake Ave
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Willett Apartments

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328 Orange St, Unit 328 Orange St

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385 Orange St

96- 100 Chestnut St

Fort Fredrick Apartments

449 State St

336 Hudson street

256 state street

Knox Street Apartments
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363 state street

State Street Tower Apartments

252 state street

409 State St

71 chestnut street

Merchant Walter House

The Amsdell

325 State Street

255 State St
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380 Orange St

105 Morris Apartments

21 Elk St

338 Hudson street

309 State St

27 Western Ave

The Lofts at Washington Park

67 chestnut street

221 Lancaster St
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Central Avenue, Albany, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Avenue?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Avenue Studio Apartments | $1,315 | $900 | $2,015 |
| Central Avenue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,614 | $1,100 | $2,250 |
| Central Avenue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,054 | $1,350 | $3,500 |
| Central Avenue 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,018 | $1,390 | $2,750 |
| Central Avenue 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,428 | $1,100 | $1,695 |
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Cheapest Available Central Avenue Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Avenue area of Albany, NY is a Studio unit found at 449 State St priced from $895. 256 state street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Central Avenue apartments for rent in Albany, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 449 State St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio,1BA | $895 |
| 256 state street | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
| 363 state street | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| 71 chestnut street | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 287 State St | 285/2R | Studio,1BA | $1,110 |
| 441 State St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| 255 State St | 1 Beds, 1 Baths | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 20 Park Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| Willett Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,365 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Avenue, NY
As of July 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Central Avenue area is the $1.11 price per square foot 385 Orange St Model at 385 Orange St in the in the Whitehall neighborhood starting from $1,490. The second greatest value Central Avenue apartment is the 1 BR D Model at ArtHouse Apartments starting at $1,975 with a $1.76 price per square foot in the Whitehall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Avenue apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 385 Orange St | 385 Orange St | 4BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| ArtHouse Apartments | 1 BR D | 1BR,1BA | $1.76 |
| The Reserve at Park South | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| 328 Orange St, Unit 328 Orange St | 328 Orange St | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| 18 Willett St, Unit Apt 3 | 18 Willett St | 2BR,1BA | $1.78 |
| 275 3rd St, Unit 2 | 275 3rd St | 3BR,1BA | $1.85 |
| 96- 100 Chestnut St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 20 Park Residences | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| 40 Central Ave, Unit 2 Fifth Floor | 40 Central Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.69 |
| 449 State St | 0 Beds, 1 Baths | Studio ,1BA | $2.24 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Avenue Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Central Avenue?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Central Avenue is at 449 State St listed at $895.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Avenue Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Central Avenue Apartment is $950 at 256 state street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Central Avenue Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Avenue is starting from $1,550 at 96- 100 Chestnut St.
What is the most affordable Central Avenue Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Central Avenue Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Willett Apartments and starts from $1,975.
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