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Downtown Albany Historic District, Albany, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent a home in Downtown Albany Historic District?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Albany Historic District 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,482 | $990 | $1,975 |
| Downtown Albany Historic District 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,660 | $1,325 | $1,995 |
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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 $950. 287 State St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,025. 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 | $950 |
| 287 State St | 280/1 | Studio,1BA | $1,025 |
| 71 chestnut street | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Albany Historic District, NY
As of July 22, 2026 the best value apartment in the Downtown Albany Historic District area is the $1.55 price per square foot 35 Clinton Ave Model at 35 Clinton Ave, Unit UpperFloors/2Bedroom in the in the Arbor Hill neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Downtown Albany Historic District apartment is the Two Bed Two Bath Model at Steuben Place Apartments starting at $1,995 with a $1.71 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35 Clinton Ave, Unit UpperFloors/2Bedroom | 35 Clinton Ave | 2BR,2.5BA | $1.55 |
| Steuben Place Apartments | Two Bed Two Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.71 |
| The Monroe Apartments | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.73 |
| 44 James | 211 | 2BR,1BA | $1.88 |
| 96- 100 Chestnut St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.82 |
| 20 Park Residences | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $2.14 |
| The Knick | 1 Bedroom L | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| The Kenmore | 307 | 1BR,1BA | $2.38 |
| The Rise: Downtown | S - B | Studio ,1BA | $2.59 |
| The Kennedy | 403 | Studio ,1BA | $2.00 |
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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 129 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Albany Historic District, NY with pricing that ranges from $1,025 to $11,823. There are also 23 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Albany Historic District ranging from $990 to $1,995.
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 $990 to $1,995 with an average monthly rent of $1,442.
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