Cheap Homes for Rent in Mansion Area Albany, NY from $800 (33 Rentals)

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property at 130 S Pearl St

$990

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$990
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$990

2 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath Townhome for Rent

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130 S Pearl St

AlbanyNY12202

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property at 65 Lark St

$1,200

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$1,200
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$1,200

1 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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65 Lark St, Unit 1, Unit 1

65 Lark St
AlbanyNY12210

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property at 452 A Hudson Ave

$1,400 - $1,600

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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452 A Hudson Ave

AlbanyNY12203

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Mansion Area, Albany, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Mansion Area Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mansion Area area of Albany, NY is a Studio unit found at 142 Morton Ave priced from $800. 363 state street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable Mansion Area apartments for rent in Albany, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
142 Morton AveStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$800
363 state streetStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,000
11 South Lake AveLarge StudioStudio,1BA$1,050
71 chestnut street1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,050
Downtown Student Housing2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,100

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mansion Area, NY

As of May 27, 2026 the best value apartment in the Mansion Area area is the $0.17 price per square foot 2nd Floor Model at 370-372 Morris St in the in the Whitehall neighborhood starting from $1,725. The second greatest value Mansion Area apartment is the 206 Ontario St Model at 206 Ontario St starting at $2,300 with a $0.99 price per square foot in the Whitehall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mansion Area apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
370-372 Morris St2nd Floor3BR,1BA$0.17
206 Ontario St206 Ontario St4BR,1BA$0.99
327 Hudson Ave, Unit Apartment #1327 Hudson Ave2BR,2.5BA$1.13
178 Western Ave, Unit 3178 Western Ave3BR,1BA$1.17
270 Livingston Ave, Unit #1270 Livingston Ave4BR,1BA$1.06
310 Western Ave, Unit 2310 Western Ave4BR,1BA$0.59
385 Orange St385 Orange St4BR,1BA$1.31
Downtown Student Housing3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.33
211 Ontario St, Unit 1211 Ontario St4BR,1BA$0.48
497 Hamilton St, Unit room rentals497 Hamilton St4BR,1BA$0.52

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

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Mansion Area, Albany, NY

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Frequently Asked Questions about Mansion Area

What type of rentals are currently available in Mansion Area?

There are currently 793 Apartments for Rent in Mansion Area, NY with pricing that ranges from $575 to $12,381. There are also 96 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Mansion Area ranging from $825 to $5,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Mansion Area?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Mansion Area ranges from $825 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,256.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Mansion Area?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Mansion Area range from $1,215 to $12,381, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,350 to $3,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $900 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $575.

Expert Rental Resources

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

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A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.