
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Hill Neighborhood of Albany, NY from $575 (39 Rentals)
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4 Peyster St

705 Hudson Ave

4 Peyster St

418 Sheridan Ave

282 Manning Blvd

Downtown Student Housing

The Elouise

4 King Ave
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543 Clinton Ave

104 Thornton St

866 Madison Ave

469 Clinton Ave, Unit Apartment 2

Capitol Crossings

Tivoli Park Apartments

277 Ontario St

531 Clinton Ave

356 2nd St
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39 S Lake Ave

1056 Central Ave

423 Clinton Ave

205 S Allen St

Livingston School Apartments

Capitol Green

Western Ave. Apartments

775 Myrtle Ave

395 Livingston Ave
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132 Spring St

225 S Allen St

50 Manning Blvd

Colvin Avenue Commons

27 Western Ave

The Livingston

504 Morris St

830 Jay St

864 Madison Ave
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442 Hudson Ave

100 Ryckman Ave

189 S Allen St
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 | $1,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| West Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,411 | $1,100 | $2,100 |
| West Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,624 | $1,200 | $1,950 |
| West Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,693 | $1,100 | $2,750 |
| West Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,085 | $575 | $2,750 |
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There are currently 39 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. Capitol Crossings has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,295. 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 |
| Capitol Crossings | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Tivoli Park Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1,350 |
| Swinburne Commons Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1,435 |
| The Elouise | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,450 |
| 148 Manning Blvd | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1,550 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Hill, NY
As of September 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the West Hill area is the $0.72 price per square foot 584 Western Ave Model at 584 Western Ave, Unit First Floor in the in the Melrose neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value West Hill apartment is the 155 Western Ave Model at 155 Western Ave, Unit 3 starting at $1,575 with a $1.05 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 584 Western Ave, Unit First Floor | 584 Western Ave | 2BR,2BA | $0.72 |
| 155 Western Ave, Unit 3 | 155 Western Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
| 361 Manning Blvd, Unit 2 | 361 Manning Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 589 Washington Ave | 589 Washington Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 280 Manning Blvd, Unit 2 | 280 Manning Blvd | 3BR,1BA | $1.42 |
| Downtown Student Housing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| 211 Ontario St, Unit 1 | 211 Ontario St | 4BR,1BA | $0.48 |
| 30 S Main Ave, Unit 3L | 30 S Main Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.50 |
| Swinburne Commons Apartments | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| 514 Washington Ave, Unit Third Floor | 514 Washington Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.50 |
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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet 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 Tivoli Park Apartments which is listed at $1,295, while the average apartment in West Hill costs $1,700.
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 $701 which is $999 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Hill.
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