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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the West Hill Neighborhood of Albany, NY from $600 (17 Rentals)
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3 S Main Ave
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533 Clinton Ave
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705 Hudson Ave
AlbanyNY12203
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from $1,1002 to 6 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Downtown Student Housing
491 Hamilton StAlbany, NY 12203
531 Clinton Ave
AlbanyNY12206
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from $1,1501 Bedroom Apartment Available Jul 15
336 Washington Ave, Unit 3
336 Washington AveAlbany, NY 12203
104 Thornton St
AlbanyNY12206
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Tivoli Park Apartments
469 Livingston AveAlbany, NY 12206
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450 Bradford St, Unit 450 Bradford St
450 Bradford StAlbany, NY 12206
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798 Lancaster St, Unit Apartment 2
798 Lancaster StAlbany, NY 12203
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Capitol Crossings
1 Bleecker TerAlbany, NY 12206
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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 | $1,011 | $875 | $1,245 |
| West Hill 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,424 | $900 | $1,950 |
| West Hill 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,479 | $1,100 | $1,800 |
| West Hill 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,686 | $1,500 | $2,100 |
| West Hill 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,110 | $1,700 | $2,540 |
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There are currently 17 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 Studio unit found at Capitol Green priced from $875. 11 S Lake has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,000. Here are the most affordable West Hill apartments for rent in Albany, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Capitol Green | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| 11 S Lake | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
| Downtown Student Housing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
| Newly Renovated Apartments in Pine Hills | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Tivoli Park Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,190 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Hill, NY
As of June 24, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 238 Quail St, Unit 1 | 238 Quail St | 5BR,2.5BA | $1.20 |
| 268 Western Ave, Unit 1 | 268 Western Ave | 4BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 459 Jay St, Unit 1 | 459 Jay St | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| 589 Washington Ave, Unit 1 | 589 Washington Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 807 Myrtle Ave, Unit Top Floor | 807 Myrtle Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| Downtown Student Housing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| The Eleftheria | Sia | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| 450 Bradford St, Unit 450 Bradford St | 450 Bradford St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| Newly Renovated Apartments in Pine Hills | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.39 |
| Capitol Green | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.69 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWest Hill, Albany, NY
Ranked #18
Among neighborhoods in Albany, NY 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
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- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap West Hill Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in West Hill?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in West Hill is under $1,350.
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 $3,500.
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 4 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 $218 which is $3,282 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in West Hill.
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