
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Hill Neighborhood of Albany, NY from $600 (14 Rentals)
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Capitol Green

238 Ontario St

390 Clinton Ave

59 Ontario St

Downtown Student Housing

418 Sheridan Ave
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353 3rd St

11 South Lake Ave

Capitol Crossings

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West Hill, Albany, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in West Hill?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Hill Studio Apartments | $875 | $875 | $875 |
| West Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,240 | $975 | $1,700 |
| West Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $733 | $2,000 |
| West Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,699 | $1,100 | $2,500 |
| West Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,089 | $1,699 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 14 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the West Hill Neighborhood of Albany, NY.
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Cheapest Available West Hill Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Hill area of Albany, NY is a 2 Beds unit found at Colvin Avenue Commons priced from $733. Capitol Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable West Hill apartments for rent in Albany, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Colvin Avenue Commons | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $733 |
| Capitol Green | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| Downtown Student Housing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Capitol Crossings | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,199 |
| Tivoli Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,200 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Hill, NY
As of November 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Hill 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 West Hill 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 West Hill apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 268 Western Ave, Unit 1 | 268 Western Ave | 4BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 238 Quail St, Unit 1 | 238 Quail St | 5BR,2.5BA | $1.20 |
| 459 Jay St, Unit 1 | 459 Jay St | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 519 Hamilton St, Unit 2 | 519 Hamilton St | 4BR,2BA | $1.88 |
| Downtown Student Housing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| The Eleftheria | Sia | 2BR,2BA | $1.57 |
| 105 Manning Blvd, Unit 1 | 105 Manning Blvd | 2BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 12 Corning St, Unit 1st. Floor | 12 Corning St | 3BR,1BA | $1.81 |
| Colvin Avenue Commons | 1BR | 1BR,1BA | $1.71 |
| Capitol Green | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.69 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Hill, Albany, NY
Ranked #31
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the West Hill Neighborhood in Albany, NY
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
62 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
58 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Hill Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom West Hill Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom West Hill Apartment is $975 at Capitol Green.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom West Hill Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in West Hill is starting from $733 at Colvin Avenue Commons.
What is the most affordable West Hill Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap West Hill Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Tivoli Park Apartments and starts from $1,560.
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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know
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