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property at 130 S Pearl St

$1,090

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$1,090
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$1,090

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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130 S Pearl St

AlbanyNY12202
property at 566 Park Ave

$1,095 - $1,395

1 To 4 Bedroom Rentals

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566 Park Ave

AlbanyNY12208

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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property at 516 4th St

$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Home for Rent

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516 4th St

TroyNY12180
property at 66 13th St

$1,245 - $1,800

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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66 13th St

TroyNY12180

Smart Renter's Guide: Calculating Affordable Rent & Housing Costs

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Albany, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Albany, NY

Pricing Updated: 02/20/2026

Current apartment rentals in the Albany, NY area range in price from $550 to $5,480 with an overall median price of $2,870. The three Albany neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Campus Area at $695, Central State at $810, and Hamilton Hill at $1,000. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Albany Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Campus Area$1,395$69550
Central State$1,630$8102
Hamilton Hill$1,825$1,0003
Central Avenue$1,850$95045
Beverwyck$1,890$57522
Downtown$1,897$95095
Arbor Hill$1,907$1,00042
Center Square$1,975$1,07524
Outer Schenectady$2,147$81064
Sheridan Hollow$2,150$1,00034

Cheapest Available Albany Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Albany, NY is a Studio unit found at 252 state street in the Arbor Hill neighborhood priced from $850. Capitol Green in the Whitehall neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Albany apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
252 state streetStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$850
Capitol GreenStudioStudio,1BA$875
The Valley GreenShared 2 Bed 1 Bath A1BR,1BA$895
Campus View ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$968
256 state streetStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$975
71 chestnut street1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Parkline ApartmentsG4Studio,1BA$1,050

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Albany, NY

As of February 20, 2026 the best value apartment in the Albany area is the $1.05 price per square foot Quartz Standard Model at Presidential Townhome Rentals in the in the Dunes neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Albany apartment is the 25 Cuyler Ave Model at 25 Cuyler Ave, Unit FL 2 starting at $1,800 with a $1.14 price per square foot in the Whitehall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Albany apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Presidential Townhome RentalsQuartz Standard3BR,1.5BA$1.05
25 Cuyler Ave, Unit FL 225 Cuyler Ave3BR,1BA$1.14
160 River St, Unit 160160 River St2BR,1BA$1.03
10 Woolard Ave, Unit 2nd FL10 Woolard Ave2BR,1BA$1.01
270 Livingston Ave, Unit #1270 Livingston Ave4BR,1BA$1.06
310 Western Ave, Unit 2310 Western Ave4BR,1BA$0.57
126 4th St, Unit 1126 4th St1BR,1BA$0.58
159 River St, Unit 166B159 River StStudio ,1BA$1.06
182 River St, Unit 166 River St apt C182 River St2BR,1BA$1.08
164 River St, Unit 1164 River St2BR,1BA$1.18

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Cash or credit? Understanding the Importance of Credit Score in Real Estate and Renting

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Frequently Asked Questions about Albany

What type of rentals are currently available in Albany?

There are currently 1373 Apartments for Rent in Albany, NY with pricing that ranges from $550 to $5,480. There are also 163 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Albany ranging from $695 to $4,700.

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

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Albany ranges from $695 to $4,700 with an average monthly rent of $2,356.

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

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Albany range from $999 to $3,460, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $3,200. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $550.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Patrick Ryan

Albany, the capital of New York state, is a renter’s haven.  With ample housing supply, little traffic and a stable economy, Albany is trending upward. I'm Patrick, your ApartmentHomeLiving.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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A Renters Guide for Tips on Writing Your Notice for Not Renewing Your Apartment

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