Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Albany Neighborhood of Albany, CA from $900 (8 Rentals)
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Albany?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Albany Studio Apartments | $2,480 | $1,905 | $3,350 |
Downtown Albany 1 Bedroom Apartments | $2,900 | $2,025 | $3,860 |
Downtown Albany 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,752 | $968 | $5,378 |
Downtown Albany 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,300 | $1,060 | $6,995 |
Downtown Albany 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,400 | $3,400 | $3,400 |
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Cheapest Available Downtown Albany Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Albany area of San Francisco, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at The Village at Town Center priced from $2,165. Jones Berkeley has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $2,446. Here are the most affordable Downtown Albany apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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The Village at Town Center | The Hamlet | 1BR,1BA | $2,165 |
Jones Berkeley | S1 | Studio,1BA | $2,446 |
Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 0S | Studio,1BA | $2,595 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Albany, CA
As of March 15, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Albany area is the $3.31 price per square foot 1A Model at Metro 510 in the in the Midtown neighborhood starting from $2,800. The second greatest value Downtown Albany apartment is the 5849 El Dorado Ave Model at 5849 El Dorado Ave starting at $2,590 with a $3.24 price per square foot in the Midtown neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Albany apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Metro 510 | 1A | 1BR,1BA | $3.31 |
5849 El Dorado Ave | 5849 El Dorado Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.24 |
6401 Fairmount Ave, Unit #8 2-BD 1-BTH | 6401 Fairmount Ave | 2BR,1BA | $3.30 |
FOUND Study Southside Berkeley | Private Room in 2 bed/1 bath (Immediate) | 2BR,1BA | $2.46 |
The Village at Town Center | The Naples | 1BR,1BA | $3.51 |
Aquatic Fourth Street | A3- 0S | Studio ,1BA | $4.66 |
Jones Berkeley | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $5.01 |
Hillside Village | S1 | Studio ,1BA | $6.80 |
URSA Berkeley | ALPHA | Studio ,1BA | $6.91 |
B28 | SA | Studio ,1BA | $7.97 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Albany Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Albany?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Albany is at Jones Berkeley listed at $2,446.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Albany Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Albany Apartment is $2,165 at The Village at Town Center.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Albany Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Albany is starting from $2,715 at The Village at Town Center.
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