
Homes for Rent in Albany, NY Under $1,500 (63 Rentals)


79 Second Ave

10 Richmond St

594 Madison Ave

25 Woodlawn Ave, Unit 5

1949 Western Ave, Unit 604

44 Osborne St

190 Spring St

864 Madison Ave

1949 Western Ave, Unit 506
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11 Osborne St

504 Morris St

32 Russell Rd

188 Spring St

221 Lancaster St

54 James St, Unit Suite 1

450 Hamilton St, Unit 1

21 Elk St

96 Grand St

395 Livingston Ave
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127 Dove St

120 Hamilton St

54 James St

293 Hudson Ave

253 State St

130 S Pearl St

559 Myrtle Ave

44 Quail St

4 Peyster St

559 Myrtle Ave
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204 Washington Ave

366 New Scotland Ave

366 New Scotland Ave

373 Morris St

34 Washington St

10 Idlewild Park, Unit 2

205 13th St, Unit 1

2413 6th Ave

61 Vandenburgh Ave, Unit 9

929 Broadway
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16 George St, Unit 2

5 Marshall St

3 Sherman Ave, Unit 3

1800 7th Ave

108 4th St

1440 1st Ave

916 Kings Rd, Unit 304

3 Cypress St

649 4th St

114 Ida 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 | $1,876 | $990 | $3,500 |
| Albany 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,083 | $1,325 | $3,300 |
| Albany 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,192 | $900 | $3,400 |
| Albany 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,025 | $3,025 | $3,025 |
| Albany 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,147 | $2,795 | $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 1400 Apartments for Rent in Albany, NY with pricing that ranges from $575 to $18,250. There are also 196 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Albany ranging from $325 to $3,500.
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 $325 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,321.
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 $650 to $3,440, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,325 to $3,300. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $575.
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