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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Albany Historic District Albany, NY from $700 (12 Rentals)
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66 State StAlbany, NY 12207
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20 Park Residences
20 Park StAlbany, NY 12207
31-33 N Pearl St
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74 Grand St
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87 Columbia St, Unit 4R
87 Columbia StAlbany, NY 12210
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Fort Fredrick Apartments
248 State StAlbany, NY 12210
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256 state street
256 State StAlbany, NY 12210
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252 state street
252 State StAlbany, NY 12210
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71 chestnut street
71 Chestnut StAlbany, NY 12210
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69 Trinity Place
69 Trinity PlAlbany, NY 12202
4-6 Sheridan Ave
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Downtown Albany Historic District, Albany, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Albany Historic District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Albany Historic District Studio Apartments | $1,699 | $1,250 | $2,005 |
| Downtown Albany Historic District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,892 | $1,195 | $3,682 |
| Downtown Albany Historic District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,175 | $1,275 | $3,500 |
| Downtown Albany Historic District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,876 | $1,500 | $7,521 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Albany Historic District Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Albany Historic District area of Albany, NY is a Studio unit found at 256 state street priced from $975. 71 chestnut street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,050. Here are the most affordable Downtown Albany Historic District apartments for rent in Albany, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 256 state street | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| 71 chestnut street | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 69 Trinity Place | Spacious Studio Minutes from Times Union, Alban... | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 20 Park Residences | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,250 |
| 96- 100 Chestnut St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Albany Historic District, NY
As of April 19, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Albany Historic District area is the $1.16 price per square foot Unit 3F Model at 287 State St in the in the Arbor Hill neighborhood starting from $1,735. The second greatest value Downtown Albany Historic District apartment is the 35 Clinton Ave Model at 35 Clinton Ave starting at $2,575 with a $1.78 price per square foot in the Arbor Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Albany Historic District apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 287 State St | Unit 3F | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 35 Clinton Ave | 35 Clinton Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.78 |
| The Monroe Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.52 |
| The Palmer House Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| The Lofts at 733 Broadway | Unit 204 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 518 Broadway, Unit 1 | 518 Broadway | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| 69 Trinity Place | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.37 |
| 96- 100 Chestnut St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Steuben Place Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.77 |
| 44 James | 203 | 1BR,1BA | $1.80 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Albany Historic District Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Albany Historic District?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Albany Historic District is at 256 state street listed at $975.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Albany Historic District Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Albany Historic District Apartment is $1,050 at 71 chestnut street.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Albany Historic District Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Albany Historic District is starting from $1,550 at 96- 100 Chestnut St.
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