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

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West Hill, Albany, NY Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Colvin Avenue Commons2BR2BR,1BA$733
Capitol GreenStudioStudio,1BA$875
Downtown Student Housing2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1,100
Tivoli Park Apartments1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Capitol Crossings1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,221

Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Hill, NY

As of December 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Hill area is the $1.20 price per square foot 238 Quail St Model at 238 Quail St, Unit 1 in the in the Whitehall neighborhood starting from $3,000. The second greatest value West Hill apartment is the 268 Western Ave Model at 268 Western Ave, Unit 1 starting at $2,400 with a $0.96 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
238 Quail St, Unit 1238 Quail St5BR,2.5BA$1.20
268 Western Ave, Unit 1268 Western Ave4BR,1BA$0.96
459 Jay St, Unit 1459 Jay St2BR,1BA$0.96
534 Hamilton St, Unit 2534 Hamilton St1BR,1BA$0.73
589 Washington Ave, Unit 1589 Washington Ave4BR,1BA$1.37
669 Washington Ave, Unit 2669 Washington Ave3BR,1BA$1.44
Downtown Student Housing3 Bedroom3BR,2BA$1.33
The EleftheriaSia2BR,2BA$1.57
Colvin Avenue Commons1BR1BR,1BA$1.71
Capitol GreenStudioStudio ,1BA$1.69

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
West Hill, Albany, NY

Ranked #28

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Hill Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in West Hill?

The cheapest apartment in West Hill is Capitol Green which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in West Hill costs $3,200.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in West Hill?

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 13 regular apartments in West Hill 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 West Hill?

Cheap apartments in West Hill have an average cost of $515 which is $2,685 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Hill.

Expert Rental Resources

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

Written by: Patrick Ryan

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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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!