
Cheap 1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in the Second Avenue Neighborhood of Albany, NY from $700 (53 Rentals)


15 Summit Ave

559 Myrtle Ave

383 Clinton Ave

52 Clinton St

713 State St, Unit BASEMENT UNIT

204 Washington Ave

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40 Central Ave, Unit 2 Fifth Floor

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2 Judson St, Unit Ground Level, Unit 1

210 Myrtle Ave
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541 Clinton Ave

5 Irving St

@HudsonPark

152 Western Ave

Park Row and New Scotland Gardens Apartments

Willett Apartments

The Kenmore

357 Morris St

762 Madison Avenue

37 Maiden Ln
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930 On Broadway

94 Philip St

190 Spring St

25 Woodlawn Ave

The Knick

31 Parkwood St

96- 100 Chestnut St

63 2nd Ave

Fort Fredrick Apartments
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142 Morton Ave

256 state street

Knox Street Apartments

409 State St

252 state street

71 chestnut street

Merchant Walter House

363 state street

775 Myrtle Ave

65 Lark St, Unit 1
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199 South Allen Apartments

105 Morris Apartments

309 State St

21 Elk St

The Lofts at Washington Park

442 Hudson Ave

295 Lark St

1643 1st St

Primrose Gardens

820 1st St
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Second Avenue, Albany, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Second Avenue?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Second Avenue Studio Apartments | $1,584 | $1,045 | $1,995 |
Second Avenue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,763 | $700 | $4,196 |
| Second Avenue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,202 | $990 | $4,780 |
| Second Avenue 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,273 | $1,300 | $10,000+ |
| Second Avenue 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,970 | $575 | $2,720 |
| Second Avenue 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,728 | $2,350 | $3,250 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Second Avenue Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Second Avenue?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Second Avenue is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Second Avenue?
The cheapest apartment in Second Avenue is 71 chestnut street which is listed at $1,050, while the average apartment in Second Avenue costs $3,360.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Second Avenue?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 12 regular apartments in Second Avenue that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Second Avenue?
Cheap apartments in Second Avenue have an average cost of $498 which is $2,862 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Second Avenue.
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A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albany, NY
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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.

A Seasoned Property Manager's Step-by-Step Guide to Getting Your Deposit Back
Written by: Lauren Harrington
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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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Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.
