Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Neighborhood of Albany, NY from $500 (22 Rentals)

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45 Park Ave

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PM 63 2nd Ave.
1 Bedroom Apartments

PM 63 2nd Ave.

63 2nd AveAlbany, NY 12202

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325 State Street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

325 State Street

325 State StAlbany, NY 12210
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336 Hudson street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

336 Hudson street

336 Hudson AveAlbany, NY 12210
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142 Morton Ave
Studio Apartments

142 Morton Ave

142 Morton AveAlbany, NY 12202
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252 state street
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

252 state street

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

363 state street

363 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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409 State St
1 Bedroom Apartments

409 State St

409 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, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown area of Albany, NY is a Studio unit found at 142 Morton Ave priced from $800. 361 State St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $900. Here are the most affordable Downtown apartments for rent in Albany, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
142 Morton AveStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$800
361 State StStudioStudio,1BA$900
338 Hudson streetStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$950
363 state streetStudio, 1 BathroomStudio,1BA$1,000
The AmsdellStyle AStudio,1BA$1,130

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown, NY

As of April 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown area is the $0.98 price per square foot The James Model at 44 James in the in the Melrose neighborhood starting from $2,195. The second greatest value Downtown apartment is the 442 Clinton Ave Model at 442 Clinton Ave, Unit #2 starting at $2,000 with a $1.18 price per square foot in the Whitehall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
44 JamesThe James2BR,1BA$0.98
442 Clinton Ave, Unit #2442 Clinton Ave3BR,2BA$1.18
285 Lark St, Unit second floor285 Lark St2BR,2BA$1.31
Albany Lofts at One Broadway1BD 1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$1.56
141 Eagle St, Unit 1141 Eagle St1BR,1BA$1.33
412 Broadway33/341BR,1.5BA$1.31
99 Pine Street1BR/1.0BA1BR,1BA$1.42
49 Broadway, Unit floor 249 Broadway1BR,1BA$1.50
Willett Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom2BR,1BA$1.78
150 Lark St, Unit Garden150 Lark St1BR,1BA$1.25

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown, Albany, NY

Ranked #22

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown is at 142 Morton Ave listed at $800.

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

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

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

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

What is the most affordable Downtown Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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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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.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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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.