Cheap Homes for Rent in Albany, CA from $1,100 (15 Rentals)

How Many Bedrooms?Done
Select your price rangeDone
By AmenitiesDone
By Community TypeDone
Features and AvailabilityDone
Done

Search the lowest-cost Homes available for rent right now in Albany.

property at 2909 King St

2909 King St

BerkeleyCA94703

San Francisco's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about San Francisco and the best places to live with original content written by our San Francisco, CA Local Expert Shannon Hilson

Read Article
Showing Results 1-15, Page 1 of 1

Albany, CA Local Guide

Cheapest Available Albany Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Albany, CA is a 1 Bed unit found at SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood priced from $795. Bosco in the Downtown Berkeley neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $821. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Albany apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$795
Bosco0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$821
Student | Identity Logan ParkSelect 143BR,3BA$849
Spectra Southside (Student)Single Deluxe - S1BR,1BA$1,165
Rise at Berkeley0BR/1.0BAStudio,1BA$1,297

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Albany, CA and Nearby

As of April 13, 2025 the best value apartment in the Albany area is the $2.40 price per square foot 5533 Madison Ave Model at 5533 Madison Ave, Unit #7 in the in the Del Norte neighborhood starting from $2,995. The second greatest value Albany apartment is the 1337 Cornell Ave Model at 1337 Cornell Ave, Unit 2BD 1BA Upstairs Unit starting at $3,200 with a $2.67 price per square foot in the University Village neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Albany apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
5533 Madison Ave, Unit #75533 Madison Ave3BR,2BA$2.40
1337 Cornell Ave, Unit 2BD 1BA Upstairs Unit1337 Cornell Ave2BR,1BA$2.67
1636 Lexington Ave, Unit 16361636 Lexington Ave3BR,2BA$2.59
2150 Kittredge St, Unit FL3-ID18282150 Kittredge St2BR,2BA$3.15
1511 Derby St, Unit 1511 Derby Street1511 Derby St2BR,2BA$3.20
1201 Liberty Apartments3 BR x 1 BA3BR,1BA$2.85
RUMI at KingPrivate Bedroom & Bathroom in 2B2B2BR,2BA$2.02
1401 Liberty St2 bedroom2BR,1BA$2.82
2211 Carleton St1 bed 1 bath1BR,1BA$2.98
SHARED & PRIVATE Dorm Style Units Available1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.89

Quick Rent Budget Calculator

How much rent can you afford?

The common "Rule of Thumb" is that rent should be no more than 30% of your income. How much is that? Enter your monthly income and click "Calculate My Budget" to find out.

decorative image of people with a giant lease agreement

Frequently Asked Questions about Albany

What type of rentals are currently available in Albany?

There are currently 1985 Apartments for Rent in Albany, CA with pricing that ranges from $800 to $15,469. There are also 73 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Albany ranging from $1,100 to $12,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Albany?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Albany ranges from $1,100 to $12,000 with an average monthly rent of $5,269.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Albany?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Albany range from $849 to $15,469, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $2,275 to $6,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $5,995 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,435.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

decorative image for A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent article

A San Francisco Local Expert’s Guide to the Top Budget-Friendly Bay Area Neighborhoods to Rent

Written by: Shannon Hilson

If you’re anything like me, the thought of San Francisco is synonymous with concepts like creativity, character, and quirky local style.

decorative image for Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money article

Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

decorative image for Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs article

Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.

decorative image for Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting article

Battling the Butts: Your Guide to the Reality of Smoke-Free Renting

Written by: Andrea Lee Negroni, JD

While many apartment buildings are “no smoking” properties, it’s hard to know exactly how many. In 2017, the National Apartment Association reported more than half of rental properties had smoke free policies.