
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Hill Neighborhood of Albany, NY from $500 (10 Rentals)
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310 Western Ave, Unit Unit 2

5 West St

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11 South Lake Ave
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28 Bradford St

Downtown Student Housing

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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 | $1,000 | $800 | $1,150 |
| West Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,300 | $1,000 | $1,725 |
| West Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,429 | $950 | $1,750 |
| West Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,721 | $1,300 | $2,500 |
| West Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,034 | $575 | $2,860 |
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There are currently 10 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 Downtown Student Housing priced from $1,100. Swinburne Commons Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,205. Here are the most affordable West Hill apartments for rent in Albany, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Downtown Student Housing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Swinburne Commons Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,205 |
| Capitol Crossings | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Hill, NY
As of March 13, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Hill area is the $1.06 price per square foot 270 Livingston Ave Model at 270 Livingston Ave, Unit #1 in the in the Arbor Hill neighborhood starting from $1,490. The second greatest value West Hill apartment is the 799 Park Ave Model at 799 Park Ave, Unit 2 Bedrooms + Utilities starting at $1,750 with a $1.27 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 270 Livingston Ave, Unit #1 | 270 Livingston Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.06 |
| 799 Park Ave, Unit 2 Bedrooms + Utilities | 799 Park Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.27 |
| 310 Western Ave, Unit 2 | 310 Western Ave | 4BR,1BA | $0.56 |
| 589 Washington Ave | 589 Washington Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 807 Myrtle Ave | 807 Myrtle Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Downtown Student Housing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| 211 Ontario St | 211 Ontario St | 4BR,1BA | $0.48 |
| 533 Washington Ave, Unit 2 | 533 Washington Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.32 |
| 11 South Lake Ave | Large 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.66 |
| Swinburne Commons Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Hill, Albany, NY
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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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 Swinburne Commons Apartments which is listed at $1,205, while the average apartment in West Hill costs $3,570.
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 7 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 $410 which is $3,160 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Hill.
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