
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Albany, NY (139 Rentals)


The Knick

Industrie Apartments

The Kenmore

20 Park Residences

930 On Broadway

287 State St

The Rise: Downtown

ArtHouse Apartments

The Monroe Apartments
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96- 100 Chestnut St

Willett Apartments

5 Madison Pl

The Apartments at 66 State

39 Columbia Street

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31 Spring St

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301 Hudson Ave, Unit 1, Unit 1

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35 Clinton Ave

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376 Madison Ave, Unit 3, Unit 3

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377 Hudson Ave, Unit 377 Hudson Avenue - 2nd F, Unit 377 Hudson Avenue - 2nd F
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130 S Pearl St

84 Madison Ave, Unit SI ID1501084P

86 Madison Ave, Unit SI ID1501081P

88 Madison Ave, Unit SI ID1501083P

88 Madison Ave, Unit SI ID1501078P

346 Madison Ave, Unit 2

69 Alexander St

360 Madison Ave

292 Lark St

58 S Swan St
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56 S Swan St

17 Ash Grove Pl

240 Washington Ave

149 Jay St

192 Lark St

135 Madison Ave

74 Grand St

278 Lark St

110 Lark St

29 Elk St
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260 Washington

336 Hudson street

338 Hudson street

355 Orange St

118 Green St

158 Lark St

54-62 Delaware Ave

Plaza View Apartments

235A Elm St

25 Myrtle Ave
Downtown, Albany, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Studio Apartments | $1,570 | $1,050 | $1,980 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,736 | $1,000 | $4,461 |
Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,008 | $1,100 | $3,682 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,284 | $1,215 | $6,740 |
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Largest Available Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments
The largest available 2 Bedroom apartment unit in the Downtown area of Albany, NY is found at The Rise: Downtown and is listed at 1,916 square feet priced from $3,500. Here is today’s list of the largest available 2 Bedroom units in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Rise: Downtown | 2 BR - PH | 1,916 Sq Ft | $3,500 |
| 5 Madison Pl | Garden Apartment | 1,400 Sq Ft | $3,495 |
| 20 Park Residences | 2 Bed | 1,353 Sq Ft | $1,900 |
| Industrie Apartments | Apartment Type C1 | 1,344 Sq Ft | $2,851 |
| The Monroe Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,317 Sq Ft | $1,999 |
| Hinckel Brewery Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 1,300 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
| The Palmer House Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,289 Sq Ft | $2,022 |
| The Kenmore | 409 | 1,203 Sq Ft | $1,795 |
| The Knick | Pent House 603 | 1,078 Sq Ft | $2,195 |
| 287 State St | Unit 3F | 50 Sq Ft | $1,735 |
Cheapest Available Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments
Currently the lowest priced 2 Bedroom apartment unit Downtown of Albany, NY is the 2 Bedroom Model starting from $1,550 at 96- 100 Chestnut St. The average price for all 2 Bedroom apartments in Downtown is currently $2,008. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available 2 Bedroom options in the area:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| 96- 100 Chestnut St | 2 Bedroom | $1,550 |
| The Apartments at 66 State | 2B1RA | $1,595 |
| 287 State St | Unit 3F | $1,735 |
| The Kenmore | 409 | $1,795 |
| Hinckel Brewery Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | $1,800 |
| Willett Apartments | Large 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Dining Room | $1,845 |
| 20 Park Residences | 2 Bed 2 Ba | $1,900 |
| The Monroe Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | $1,999 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about 2 Bedroom Downtown Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Downtown with 2 Bedroom?
Currently the most affordable 2 Bedroom in Downtown is at 96- 100 Chestnut St listed at $1,550.
How much is the average rent for a 2 Bedroom Downtown Apartment?
The average rent for a 2 Bedroom Apartment in Downtown is $2,008.
What is the largest available 2 Bedroom Downtown Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Downtown is a 1,916 square feet unit starting from $3,500 at The Rise: Downtown.
What is the average size for Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments for rent?
The average size for a 2 Bedroom rental in Downtown is currently 1,296 sq ft.
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