Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Albany Neighborhood of Albany, NY (893 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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Downtown Albany, Albany, NY Local Guide

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Albany, Albany, NY

Ranked #31

Among neighborhoods in Albany, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Downtown Albany, Albany, and the greater Albany area. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

Renting for your family? Downtown Albany is now ranked as a top residential area for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly neighborhoods have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, and having the finest learning and education resources available.

Outdoors Rating

For some, access to the outdoors is a must-have. This area has emerged as providing fantastic access to parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This area has now become known as one of the best luxury communities in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like pools, saunas, workout spaces, maid services, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Luxury submarkets also often offer hardwood floors and fireplaces, access to sports facilities like golf, raquetball, and tennis, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Dog or cat owners, listen up! this area is one of the finest neighborhoods for dog and cat owners, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Albany

How much are Studio apartments in Downtown Albany?

There are currently 62 Studio Apartments in Downtown Albany with rent ranges from $875 to $2,180 with an average price of $1,372.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Downtown Albany Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Downtown Albany ranges from $700 to $2,400 with an average monthly rent of $1,601.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Albany cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Downtown Albany range from $950 to $4,250. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,935.

How expensive are Downtown Albany Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 76 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Downtown Albany on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,149 to $2,600 - averaging $1,734 for the location.

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.