Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Helderberg Neighborhood of Albany, NY from $600 (18 Rentals)

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357-363 Morris St
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

357-363 Morris St

357-363 Morris StAlbany, NY 12208
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property at 120 S Lake Ave

120 S Lake Ave

AlbanyNY12208

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37 Parkwood St

AlbanyNY12208

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Helderberg, Albany, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Helderberg Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Helderberg area of Albany, NY is a Studio unit found at 361 State St priced from $900. Park Row and New Scotland Gardens Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,110. Here are the most affordable Helderberg apartments for rent in Albany, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
361 State StStudioStudio,1BA$900
Park Row and New Scotland Gardens ApartmentsPark Row Large 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,110
Capitol Crossings1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1,200
Industrie ApartmentsApartment Type A1Studio,1BA$1,575
The Rise | Pine Hills1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,650

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Helderberg, NY

As of May 18, 2025 the best value apartment in the Helderberg area is the $1.56 price per square foot 1BD 1.5BA Model at Albany Lofts at One Broadway in the in the Arbor Hill neighborhood starting from $1,965. The second greatest value Helderberg apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at The Rise | Pine Hills starting at $2,375 with a $1.94 price per square foot in the Whitehall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Helderberg apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Albany Lofts at One Broadway1BD 1.5BA1BR,1.5BA$1.56
The Rise | Pine Hills2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.94
Academy PlaceThe Achievement1BR,1BA$2.09
Park Row and New Scotland Gardens ApartmentsNew Scotland Large 1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$2.41
Industrie ApartmentsApartment Type A1Studio ,1BA$3.05
Capitol Crossings1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$2.37
Abraxas at 90 StateA211BR,1BA$3.82
361 State StStudioStudio ,1BA$2.25

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Helderberg, Albany, NY

Ranked #10

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 Helderberg Neighborhood in Albany, NY

Walk Score®

61 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

58 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

46 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Helderberg Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Helderberg?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Helderberg is at 361 State St listed at $900.

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

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

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

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

What is the most affordable Helderberg Three Bedroom Apartment?

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

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