520 Madison Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, and Garage
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- 520 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY 12208(646) 489-2901$1,725
- 647 New Scotland Avenue, Albany, NY 12208(518) 469-7677$2,800
647 New Scotland Avenue
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Parking, Fireplace, Extra storage, Range, and Oven
- 29 Elk Street, Albany, NY 12207(518) 986-5484$1,500
29 Elk Street
- 1 unit available
- 1 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Granite counters, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage + more
- 133 South Lake Avenue, Albany, NY 12208(518) 269-6588$1,500
133 S Lake Avenue unit: 2
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Hardwood floors, Parking, Recently renovated, Some paid utils, and Range
- 28 Manning Boulevard, Albany, NY 12203(518) 487-1833$2,500
28 Manning Boulevard unit: 2
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Recently renovated, Fireplace, Furnished, Range + more
- 814 Lancaster Street, Albany, NY 12203(518) 720-6602$2,195
814 Lancaster Street
- 1 unit available
- 5 bed
- Amenities
Pet friendly, 24hr maintenance, and Recently renovated
- 38 Westford Street, Albany, NY 12208(838) 217-9326$2,000
38 Westford Street
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Cats allowed, Stainless steel, Air conditioning, and Some paid utils
- 355 Myrtle Avenue, Albany, NY 12208(518) 852-1800$1,650
355 Myrtle Avenue unit: Apt. A
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Parking, Recently renovated, Extra storage, and Range
- 49 South Allen Street, Albany, NY 12208(518) 941-8522$4,000
49 South Allen Street
- 1 unit available
- 7 bed
- Amenities
On-site laundry and Pet friendly
- 35 McAlpin Street, Albany, NY 12209(518) 275-9000$1,500
35 McAlpin Street unit: 6
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
Parking, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, Fireplace, Some paid utils, Microwave + more
- 151 Madison Avenue, Albany, NY 12207(551) 998-2998$1,125
151 Madison Ave
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
Pet friendly
- 1110 Western Avenue, Albany, NY 12203(720) 832-1422$1,400
1110 Western Ave
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking + more
- 423 Hamilton Street, Albany, NY 12203(518) 986-5484$2,300
423 Hamilton St
- 1 unit available
- 4 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, All utils included, and Garage
- 229 Elm Street, Albany, NY 12202(518) 986-5484$1,875
229 Elm St
- 1 unit available
- 2 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Garage, Microwave, and Internet access
- 147 Homestead Avenue, Albany, NY 12203(518) 225-4799$1,700
147 Homestead Avenue unit: 1
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
Patio / balcony, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Fire pit + more
- 3 Westford Street, Albany, NY 12208$2,100
3 Westford Street
- 1 unit available
- 3 bed
- Amenities
In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Garage, Recently renovated, Stainless steel + more
Average rent in Albany, New York
- Studio
- $1,588+Trending down
- 1 Bed
- $1,713+Trending down
- 2 Beds
- $2,195+Trending down
- 3+ Beds
- $2,299+Trending down
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees
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Pine Hills
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Students and nature enthusiasts flock to Pine Hills for its affordable housing options near the Albany Pine Bush Preserve, one of the Northeast's largest inland pine barrens. The neighborhood's duplexes and garden apartments offer easy access to SUNY Albany while maintaining a residential feel. Winter transforms the streets into challenging snow obstacle courses—experience with snow tires and strategic parking proves essential. The #114 bus provides reliable transit despite limited options after midnight.
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Sheridan Hollow
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Urban pioneers find extraordinary value in Sheridan Hollow, where Albany's newest renaissance transforms former industrial spaces into distinctive lofts with character unavailable elsewhere. The neighborhood sits literally in downtown's shadow, providing walking access to state offices and cultural institutions without premium pricing. Unlike newer developments, many buildings feature unexpected industrial elements like loading docks and freight elevators – particularly valuable for artists or musicians needing equipment space. The nearby Beaver Creek Clean Energy Center offers fascinating glimpses into urban infrastructure, while the developing Skyway project will soon connect the district directly to Clinton Square. For best value, consider ground-floor units – they sometimes offer private entrances and even small courtyard spaces rare in urban settings, while their slightly limited natural light translates to significantly lower rents than upper floors.
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Campus Area
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Students beyond freshman year find ideal housing in Albany's Campus Area, where historic rowhouses divided into apartments offer more independence than dorms without sacrificing easy class access. The neighborhood surrounds SUNY Albany's downtown campus with rentals specifically calibrated to academic needs including study nooks and flexible lease terms aligned with school calendars. Unlike purpose-built student housing, many properties feature unexpected architectural details like bay windows and built-in bookshelves from earlier education-focused eras. The nearby Washington Park provides perfect study breaks with seasonal programming from tulip festivals to winter ice skating. For best value, consider slightly older buildings on western streets like Ontario rather than properties directly facing campus – you'll get comparable location with significantly lower rents and generally quieter neighbors for serious studying.
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The average rent in Albany is $1,588 for a studio, $1,713 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $2,195 for a two-bedroom apartment. If you are looking for a deal, keep an eye out for a red pulsing icon that indicates rent specials.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
In Albany, the average rent is $1,588+ for a studio, $1,713+ for a 1-bedroom, $2,195+ for a 2-bedroom, and $2,299+ for a 3-bedroom.*
*Based on base prices that don’t include fees
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You can use the off-campus housing filters to find apartments near colleges located in or around Albany. Some of the colleges and universities in the area include Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences, The College of Saint Rose, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, Schenectady County Community College, Hudson Valley Community College, and SUNY Empire State College.