
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Albany Historic District Albany, NY from $700 (16 Rentals)
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91 Columbia St

98 Chestnut St

The Knick

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135 Madison Ave

139 Madison Ave

51 Elm St

The Kenmore

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39 Columbia Street

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252 state street

256 state street

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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 | $1,483 | $1,050 | $1,980 |
| Downtown Albany Historic District 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,637 | $1,000 | $2,175 |
| Downtown Albany Historic District 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,908 | $1,200 | $2,995 |
| Downtown Albany Historic District 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,100 | $1,700 | $2,500 |
| Downtown Albany Historic District 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,250 | $2,250 | $2,250 |
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There are currently 16 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Albany Historic District Neighborhood of Albany, NY.
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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 1 Bed unit found at 256 state street priced from $1,050. 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 | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 71 chestnut street | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Knick | 1 Bedroom F | 1BR,1BA | $1,195 |
| 69 Trinity Place | Spacious Studio Minutes from Times Union, Alban... | Studio,1BA | $1,195 |
| 96- 100 Chestnut St | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Albany Historic District, NY
As of January 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Albany Historic District area is the $1.25 price per square foot 44 Clinton Ave Model at 44 Clinton Ave, Unit Unit 2 Brownstone in the in the Arbor Hill neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Downtown Albany Historic District apartment is the Plan 508 Model at The Monroe starting at $2,385 with a $1.59 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Clinton Ave, Unit Unit 2 Brownstone | 44 Clinton Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| The Monroe | Plan 508 | 2BR,2BA | $1.59 |
| 412 Broadway | 33/34 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| The Lofts at 733 Broadway | Unit 204 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
| 69 Trinity Place | 1BR/1.5BA | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.32 |
| The Kenmore | 624 | 2BR,1BA | $1.87 |
| 96- 100 Chestnut St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| Steuben Place Apartments | One Bed One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.86 |
| The Apartments at 66 State | 2B1RA | 2BR,1BA | $2.13 |
| 20 Park Residences | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Albany Historic District, Albany, NY
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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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 69 Trinity Place listed at $1,195.
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 256 state 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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