Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Albany Historic District Albany, NY from $700 (17 Rentals)

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45 Park Ave

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252 state street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

252 state street

252 State StAlbany, NY 12210
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256 state street
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

256 state street

256 State StAlbany, NY 12210
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69 Trinity Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

69 Trinity Place

69 Trinity PlzAlbany, NY 12202

Downtown Albany Historic District, Albany, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Albany Historic District Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Albany Historic District area of Albany, NY is a Studio unit found at 361 State St priced from $900. The Apartments at 66 State has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,095. Here are the most affordable Downtown Albany Historic District apartments for rent in Albany, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
361 State StStudioStudio,1BA$900
The Apartments at 66 State1B1RC1BR,1BA$1,095
The Kennedy4061BR,1BA$1,225
Slip 123081BR,1BA$1,225
20 Park ResidencesStudioStudio,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Albany Historic District, NY

As of March 27, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Albany Historic District area is the $1.07 price per square foot The James Model at 44 James in the in the Melrose neighborhood starting from $2,400. The second greatest value Downtown Albany Historic District apartment is the 1BD 1.5BA Model at Albany Lofts at One Broadway starting at $2,065 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Arbor Hill neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Albany Historic District apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
44 JamesThe James2BR,1BA$1.07
Albany Lofts at One Broadway1BD 1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$1.64
412 Broadway33/341BR,1.5BA$1.31
Steuben Place ApartmentsTwo Bed Two Bath2BR,2BA$1.91
99 Pine Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.42
The Kenmore7082BR,1BA$1.59
140 Grand St, Unit Basement Apartment140 Grand St1BR,1BA$1.30
2 Myrtle Ave, Unit 1st Floor2 Myrtle Ave1BR,1BA$1.69
4 Myrtle Ave, Unit 2nd floor4 Myrtle Ave2BR,1BA$1.80
66 State Street Partners, L.P.1B1RC1BR,1BA$1.96

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Albany Historic District, Albany, NY

Ranked #13

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Getting Around the Downtown Albany Historic District Neighborhood in Albany, NY

Walk Score®

93 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

72 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

71 / 100

Excellent Transit

Transit is convenient for most trips

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Albany Historic District Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Albany Historic District?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Albany Historic District is at 361 State St listed at $900.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Albany Historic District Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Albany Historic District Apartment is $1,050 at 361 State St.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Downtown Albany Historic District Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Albany Historic District is starting from $1,200 at 361 State St.

What is the most affordable Downtown Albany Historic District Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Albany Historic District Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 361 State St and starts from $1,450.

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