Cheap Homes for Rent in Downtown Neighborhood of Albany, NY from $900 (7 Rentals)

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Downtown, Albany, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Albany, NY is a Studio unit found at 142 Morton Ave priced from $850. 338 Hudson street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Albany, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
142 Morton AveStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$850
338 Hudson streetStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$950
The AmsdellStyle AStudio,1BA$1,130

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NY

As of July 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $1.60 price per square foot 356 Hamilton St Model at 356 Hamilton St, Unit 1 in the in the Whitehall neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 33/34 Model at 412 Broadway starting at $1,495 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the Mount Hope neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
356 Hamilton St, Unit 1356 Hamilton St3BR,2.5BA$1.60
412 Broadway33/341BR,1.5BA$1.31
518 Broadway, Unit 1518 Broadway1BR,1BA$1.70
15 Delaware St, Unit 115 Delaware St1BR,1BA$1.37
99 Pine Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.42
113 Dove St, Unit Apt 1113 Dove St1BR,1BA$1.40
Hinckel Brewery Development LLC2BR/1.0BA2BR,1BA$1.58
49 Broadway, Unit floor 249 Broadway1BR,1BA$1.53
8 Myrtle Ave, Unit 28 Myrtle Ave1BR,1BA$1.62
120 Lark St, Unit 1st Floor120 Lark St2BR,1BA$1.73

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown?

There are currently 397 Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NY with pricing that ranges from $900 to $3,405. There are also 37 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown ranging from $985 to $3,300.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown ranges from $985 to $3,300 with an average monthly rent of $1,937.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Downtown?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Downtown range from $1,215 to $2,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,000 to $2,390. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $3,300 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,650.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albany, NY

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

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