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Apartments for Rent in Albany, NY

79 rentals available
  • 13 Lawn Avenue, Albany, NY 12204
    (518) 941-8522

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Hardwood floors, Pet friendly, Parking, Recently renovated, and Stainless steel

  • 31 Terrace Avenue, Albany, NY 12203
    (518) 857-8093

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Dishwasher, Carpet, Range, Oven + more

  • 49 South Allen Street, Albany, NY 12208
    (518) 941-8522

    1 unit available
    7 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry and Pet friendly

  • 489 Hamilton Street, Albany, NY 12203
    (518) 720-6526

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry

  • 72 Park Avenue, Albany, NY 12202
    (518) 510-0985

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Cats allowed, and Parking

  • 133 South Lake Avenue, Albany, NY 12208
    (518) 269-6588

    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

    1 unit available
    3 bed
    Amenities

    On-site laundry, Dishwasher, Recently renovated, Fireplace, Furnished, Range + more

  • 35 McAlpin Street, Albany, NY 12209
    (518) 275-9000

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    Parking, Recently renovated, Stainless steel, Fireplace, Some paid utils, Microwave + more

  • 1110 Western Avenue, Albany, NY 12203
    (720) 832-1422

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking + more

  • 4 Sheridan Avenue, Albany, NY 12207
    (518) 708-9008

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Stainless steel, Walk in closets, Elevator, Media room + more

  • 98 Mount Hope Drive, Albany, NY 12202
    (518) 275-9000

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Patio / balcony, Granite counters, Dishwasher, Recently renovated, Air conditioning + more

  • 1016 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY 12203
    (518) 720-6526

    1 unit available
    2 bed
    Amenities

    Hardwood floors, Dishwasher, Pet friendly, Parking, and Refrigerator

  • 17 Ash Grove Place, Albany, NY 12202
    (518) 447-9566

    Contact for Availability
    Amenities

    In unit laundry, Dishwasher, Recently renovated, Oven, and Refrigerator

Average rent in Albany, New York

The average rent for a 1 bedroom apartment in Albany is $1,670+, while the average rent for a 2 bedroom apartment is $2,312+. Rent rates updated ago
Studio
$1,449+Trending up
1 Bed
$1,670+Trending up
2 Beds
$2,312+Trending up
3+ Beds
$2,230+Trending up
* Averages are based on the rental prices of properties listed on Apartment List that don’t include fees

Top neighborhoods in Albany

  • Pine Hills

    What it’s like to live in Pine Hills

    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.

    Great for

    • Affluent Families
    • Luxury Renters
    • Professionals
    • Retirees

    Neighborhood vibe

    • Scenic
    • Established
    • Residential
  • Center Square

    Center Square

    What it’s like to live in Center Square

    Historic elegance characterizes Center Square, where Victorian and Italianate row houses create distinctive architectural character blocks from the New York State Capitol. Residents enjoy Washington Park's tulip displays and summer concerts while maintaining easy walking distance to downtown employment. Though parking challenges increase with snow emergencies, the neighborhood's excellent walkability reduces car dependency. The vibrant Lark Street corridor provides diverse dining options and independent shops, while the annual homes tour showcases architectural preservation efforts that maintain the district's historic significance.

    Great for

    • Families
    • Retirees
    • Professionals
    • Young Renters
    • Commuters

    Neighborhood vibe

    • Mixed-Use
    • Peaceful
    • Mixed-Use & Commercial
  • Campus Area

    Campus Area

    What it’s like to live in Campus Area

    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.

    Great for

    • College Students
    • Grad Students
    • Academics
    • Young Renters
    • Remote Workers

    Neighborhood vibe

    • Mixed-Use
    • Peaceful
    • Mixed-Use & Commercial

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Find an apartment for rent in Albany, NY

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The average rent in Albany is $1,449 for a studio, $1,670 for a one-bedroom apartment, and $2,312 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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