Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Albany Historic District Albany, NY from $1,300 (3 Rentals)

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Downtown Albany Historic District, Albany, NY Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Albany Historic District, NY

As of May 07, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Albany Historic District area is the $0.89 price per square foot The James Model at 44 James in the in the Melrose neighborhood starting from $1,995. The second greatest value Downtown Albany Historic District 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 Downtown Albany Historic District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
44 JamesThe James2BR,1BA$0.89
Albany Lofts at One Broadway1BD 1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$1.56
73 Clinton St, Unit 73 Clinton St 3rd fl73 Clinton St3BR,1BA$1.58
412 Broadway33/341BR,1.5BA$1.31
518 Broadway, Unit 1518 Broadway1BR,1BA$1.70
99 Pine Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.42
The Apartments at 66 State2B1RC2BR,1BA$1.77
DeLaet's Landing1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$2.14
Steuben Place ApartmentsOne Bed One Bath1BR,1BA$1.93
361 State StStudioStudio ,1BA$2.25

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Albany Historic District

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Albany Historic District?

There are currently 140 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Albany Historic District, NY with pricing that ranges from $900 to $3,405. There are also 4 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Albany Historic District ranging from $1,300 to $1,525.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Albany Historic District?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Albany Historic District ranges from $1,300 to $1,525 with an average monthly rent of $1,391.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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