1 Bedroom Apartments for Rent in Albany, NY Under $1,500 (139 Rentals)

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Albany's Best Affordable Neighborhoods

Learn about Albany, NY and the best places to live with original content written by our New York area Local Expert Patrick Ryan

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property at 566 Park Ave

566 Park Ave

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property at 159 1st St

159 1st St

AlbanyNY12210
property at 5 Summit Ave

5 Summit Ave

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PM 63 2nd Ave.
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PM 63 2nd Ave.

63 2nd AveAlbany, NY 12202
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357-363 Morris St
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357-363 Morris St

357-363 Morris StAlbany, NY 12208
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409 State St
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409 State St

409 State StAlbany, NY 12210
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Getting Around Albany, NY

Walk Score®

69 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

54 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

42 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about 1 Bedroom Albany Apartments

What is the Cheapest apartment in Albany with 1 Bedroom?

Currently the most affordable 1 Bedroom in Albany is at The Valley Green listed at $950.

How much is the average rent for a 1 Bedroom Albany Apartment?

The average rent for a 1 Bedroom Apartment in Albany is $1,702.

What is the largest available 1 Bedroom Albany Apartment for rent?

Today's apartment with the most square footage in Albany is a 1,600 square feet unit starting from $2,500 at ArtHouse Apartments.

What is the average size for Albany 1 Bedroom Apartments for rent?

The average size for a 1 Bedroom rental in Albany is currently 902 sq ft.

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.

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A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albany, NY

Written by: Patrick Ryan

Albany, the capital of New York state, is a renter’s haven.  With ample housing supply, little traffic and a stable economy, Albany is trending upward. I'm Patrick, your ApartmentHomeLiving.

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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.

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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.

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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.