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Second Avenue, Albany, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Second Avenue Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Second Avenue area of Albany, NY is a Studio unit found at 142 Morton Ave priced from $800. 336 Hudson street has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Second Avenue apartments for rent in Albany, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
142 Morton AveStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$800
336 Hudson streetStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$950
363 state streetStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,000
The Kenmore404Studio,1BA$1,045
Downtown Student Housing2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,100
The AmsdellStyle AStudio,1BA$1,130
71 chestnut street1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,150

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Second Avenue, NY

As of September 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Second Avenue area is the $0.96 price per square foot 268 Western Ave Model at 268 Western Ave, Unit 1 in the in the Whitehall neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Second Avenue apartment is the 238 Quail St Model at 238 Quail St, Unit 1 starting at $3,000 with a $1.20 price per square foot in the Whitehall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Second Avenue apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
268 Western Ave, Unit 1268 Western Ave4BR,1BA$0.96
238 Quail St, Unit 1238 Quail St5BR,2.5BA$1.20
642 Providence St, Unit 2642 Providence St3BR,1.5BA$1.08
372 Morris St, Unit 372 Morris372 Morris St3BR,1BA$1.11
287 State StUnit 3F2BR,1BA$1.16
459 Jay St, Unit 1459 Jay St2BR,1BA$0.96
1 Ten Broeck St, Unit 31 Ten Broeck St2BR,1BA$1.17
179 Elk St, Unit Floor 1179 Elk St2BR,1BA$1.27
258 S Allen St, Unit 258 S.Allen 1 st258 S Allen St2BR,1BA$1.30
817 3rd St, Unit 1817 3rd St2BR,1BA$0.86

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Second Avenue, Albany, NY

Ranked #30

Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Second Avenue

What type of rentals are currently available in Second Avenue?

There are currently 700 Apartments for Rent in Second Avenue, NY with pricing that ranges from $650 to $4,330. There are also 95 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Second Avenue ranging from $350 to $3,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Second Avenue?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Second Avenue ranges from $350 to $3,500 with an average monthly rent of $2,278.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Second Avenue?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Second Avenue range from $650 to $2,500, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,450 to $3,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,600 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,700.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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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.

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

Written by: Trey Huguley

The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.

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Your Guide to Co-Signers: The Risks, Rewards, and Everything in Between

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For many people, obstacles can arise during the rental application process for a variety of issues.

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