Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Dunes Neighborhood of Albany, NY from $1,000 (20 Rentals)

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Shaker Run Apartments
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Shaker Run Apartments

900 Shaker RunAlbany, NY 12205
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Oxford Heights
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Oxford Heights

6211 Johnston RdAlbany, NY 12203

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Hawthorne Gardens
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Hawthorne Gardens

1980 Western AveGuilderland, NY 12084
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Dunes, Albany, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Dunes Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Dunes area of Albany, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Brandywine Apartments priced from $1,200. Serafini Village has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,265. Here are the most affordable Dunes apartments for rent in Albany, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Brandywine ApartmentsHUD Subsidized - 1 BR1BR,1BA$1,200
Serafini VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,265
Deer Valley Apartments2BRMU2BR,1BA$1,325
1700 Designer Residences NorthOneBedroom1BR,1BA$1,375
Heritage Village ApartmentsExtra Large 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,441

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Dunes, NY

As of November 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Dunes area is the $1.57 price per square foot Model F Model at 1700 Designer Residences South in the in the Dunes neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Dunes apartment is the 10 Woolard Ave Model at 10 Woolard Ave, Unit 2nd FL starting at $1,350 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the Dunes neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Dunes apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1700 Designer Residences SouthModel F2BR,2BA$1.57
10 Woolard Ave, Unit 2nd FL10 Woolard Ave2BR,1BA$0.94
7 Gilmore Ter, Unit 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bath, Apt i7 Gilmore Ter2BR,1BA$1.21
Williamsburg Village2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.79
26 Patricia Ln, Unit B26 Patricia Ln2BR,1BA$1.97
Westmere Village - Independent Senior LivingOne Bedroom One Full Bath1BR,1BA$1.67
Regency ParkElizabeth II1BR,1BA$1.90
Fairwood1 BR 1 BA - Style A1BR,1BA$1.72
Deer Valley Apartments1BRD1BR,1BA$1.79
Serafini VillageOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.95

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Dunes, Albany, NY

Ranked #8

Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Dunes Neighborhood in Albany, NY

Walk Score®

25 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

29 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

25 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Dunes Apartments

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Dunes Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Dunes Apartment is $1,200 at Brandywine Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Dunes Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Dunes is starting from $1,325 at Deer Valley Apartments.

What is the most affordable Dunes Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Dunes Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Oxford Heights and starts from $2,340.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Everything is a negotiation in real estate! 

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

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