
Homes for Rent in Albany, NY Under $1,500 (46 Rentals)


640 Myrtle Ave

221 S Swan St

544 Madison Ave, Unit 544-6

188 Spring St, Unit 2

44 Southern Blvd, Unit 1, Albany, NY

11 Osborne St

380 Orange St

190 Spring St

25 Bleecker Pl
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79 Second Ave

87 Columbia St, Unit 4R

188 Spring St

4-6 Sheridan Ave

110 Lark St

484 Washington Ave

204 Washington Ave

130 S Pearl St

559 Myrtle Ave

559 Myrtle Ave
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4 Peyster St

705 Hudson Ave

705 Hudson Ave

9/11/13-13 Village Dr

205 13th St, Unit 1

22 13th St, Unit 1

2413 6th Ave

114 Ida St

22 13th St, Unit 2, Unit 2

1886 Ave B, Unit Fl 1
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61 Vandenburgh Ave, Unit 11

1941 Western Ave, Unit 1005

257 3rd St

649 4th St

162 River St, Unit SAGE APARTMENTS, Unit SAGE APARTMENTS

19 Idlewild Park, Unit 7

1834 Highland Ave, Unit 2

516 4th St

1886 Ave B

66 13th St
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1917 Central Ave

19 Idlewild Park

421 NY-146

7 Balsam Ave, Unit 3F

594 4th St

36 Farm St
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How much does it cost to rent a home in Albany?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Albany 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,779 | $1,050 | $2,700 |
| Albany 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,036 | $1,345 | $3,000 |
| Albany 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,449 | $695 | $5,500 |
| Albany 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,250 | $3,000 | $5,500 |
| Albany 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,250 | $3,000 | $3,500 |
| Albany 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,500 |
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What type of rentals are currently available in Albany?
There are currently 1394 Apartments for Rent in Albany, NY with pricing that ranges from $575 to $11,136. There are also 158 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Albany ranging from $695 to $5,500.
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 $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,510.
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 $750 to $11,136, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,345 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $695 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $575.
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