
2 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Albany, NY (141 Rentals)


Abraxas at 90 State

The Knick

The Kenmore

44 James

39 Columbia Street

930 On Broadway

The Kennedy

The Apartments at 66 State

The Rise: Downtown
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96- 100 Chestnut St

ArtHouse Apartments

The Monroe Apartments

Willett Apartments

5 Madison Pl

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35 Clinton Ave

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277 Hudson Ave, Unit 2, Unit 2

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327 Hudson Ave, Unit Apartment #1, Unit Apartment #1

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1 Ten Broeck St, Unit 2, Unit 2

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28 Dove St, Unit 2, Unit 2
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130 S Pearl St

103 Grand St, Unit 1

285 Lark St, Unit Apt #1

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84 Madison Ave, Unit SI ID1501086P

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84 Madison Ave, Unit SI ID1501084P

52 Clinton St, Unit 3

69 Alexander St

140 Hamilton St

138 Morton Ave

360 Madison Ave
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164 Madison Ave

31 Van Zandt St

336 Clinton Ave

292 Lark St

88 Madison Ave

17 Ash Grove Pl

240 Washington Ave

135 Madison Ave

156 Jay St

110 Lark St
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13 Western Ave

96 Grand St

56 3rd Ave

409 Madison Ave

336 Hudson street

338 Hudson street

355 Orange St

118 Green St

158 Lark St

54-62 Delaware Ave
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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 | $1,586 | $1,045 | $1,945 |
| Downtown 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,705 | $1,000 | $3,991 |
Downtown 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,981 | $1,150 | $4,033 |
| Downtown 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,273 | $1,215 | $10,000+ |
| Downtown 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,850 | $1,850 | $1,850 |
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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 |
| Industrie Apartments | Apartment Type C1 | 1,344 Sq Ft | $2,625 |
| The Monroe Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | 1,317 Sq Ft | $1,999 |
| Hinckel Brewery Development LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | 1,300 Sq Ft | $1,800 |
| DeLaet's Landing | C | 1,140 Sq Ft | $2,095 |
| Willett Apartments | Large 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Dining Room | 1,050 Sq Ft | $1,845 |
| The Kenmore | 709 | 869 Sq Ft | $1,895 |
| 96- 100 Chestnut St | 2 Bedroom | 850 Sq Ft | $1,550 |
| Abraxas at 90 State | B7 | 704 Sq Ft | $2,365 |
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 $1,981. 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 |
| Hinckel Brewery Development LLC | 2BR/1.0BA | $1,800 |
| Willett Apartments | Large 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom with Dining Room | $1,845 |
| The Kenmore | 709 | $1,895 |
| The Monroe Apartments | 2BR/2.0BA | $1,999 |
| DeLaet's Landing | C | $2,095 |
| Abraxas at 90 State | B7 | $2,365 |
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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 $1,981.
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 1,201 sq ft.
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