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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Mansion Area Albany, NY from $500 (37 Rentals)
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$875 - $1,100Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Capitol Green
400 Central AveAlbany, NY 12206
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469 Delaware Ave
AlbanyNY12209
238 Ontario St
AlbanyNY12203
91 Columbia St
AlbanyNY12210
31-33 N Pearl St
AlbanyNY12207
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$1,015 - $2,005Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Willett Apartments
88 Willett StAlbany, NY 12210
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$1,050 - $1,350Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
@HudsonPark
160 Myrtle AveAlbany, NY 12202
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361 State St
361 State StAlbany, NY 12210
390 Clinton Ave
AlbanyNY12206
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$1,065 - $2,350Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Knick
16 Sheridan AveAlbany, NY 12210
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$1,0751 Bedroom Apartment Available Now
386 Madison Ave, Unit Garden Level
386 Madison AveAlbany, NY 12210
59 Ontario St
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3 Dana Ave
AlbanyNY12208
11 Myrtle Ave
AlbanyNY12202
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578 Madison Ave
AlbanyNY12208
5 Irving St
AlbanyNY12202
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$1,100 - $3,7002 to 6 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Downtown Student Housing
491 Hamilton StAlbany, NY 12203
139 Madison Ave
AlbanyNY12202
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Mansion Area, Albany, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Mansion Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mansion Area Studio Apartments | $1,232 | $800 | $1,980 |
| Mansion Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,522 | $975 | $2,215 |
| Mansion Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,859 | $1,100 | $3,285 |
| Mansion Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,722 | $1,215 | $2,500 |
| Mansion Area 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,136 | $1,700 | $2,860 |
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There are currently 37 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Mansion Area Neighborhood of Albany, NY.
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Cheapest Available Mansion Area Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Mansion Area area of Albany, NY is a Studio unit found at 142 Morton Ave priced from $850. Capitol Green has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $875. Here are the most affordable Mansion Area apartments for rent in Albany, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 142 Morton Ave | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $850 |
| Capitol Green | Studio | Studio,1BA | $875 |
| 44 James | 205 | Studio,1BA | $995 |
| 256 state street | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| 71 chestnut street | 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,050 |
| @HudsonPark | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $1,050 |
| The Knick | Studio D | Studio,1BA | $1,065 |
| Downtown Student Housing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Mansion Area, NY
As of December 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the Mansion Area area is the $1.21 price per square foot 182 Washington Ave Model at 182 Washington Ave, Unit Third floor mansion apt. in the in the Whitehall neighborhood starting from $2,000. The second greatest value Mansion Area apartment is the 372 Morris St Model at 372 Morris St, Unit 372 Morris starting at $1,695 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the Whitehall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Mansion Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 182 Washington Ave, Unit Third floor mansion apt. | 182 Washington Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 372 Morris St, Unit 372 Morris | 372 Morris St | 3BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 107 3rd Ave, Unit Neilzen | 107 3rd Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.21 |
| 534 Hamilton St, Unit 2 | 534 Hamilton St | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| 589 Washington Ave, Unit 1 | 589 Washington Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| Downtown Student Housing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
| 18 Willett St, Unit Apt 3 | 18 Willett St | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 95 3rd Ave, Unit 1 | 95 3rd Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.34 |
| 412 Broadway | 33/34 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
| The Lofts at 733 Broadway | Unit 204 | 1BR,1BA | $1.38 |
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4.0Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Mansion Area, Albany, NY
Giffen Memorial Elementary School
Albany City School District
Public School - Grades PK-5 (404)
2 out of 10
William S Hackett Middle School
Albany City School District
Public School - Grades 6-8 (672)
4 out of 10
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Lifestyle Ratings
ApartmentHomeLiving.com compiles millions of data points to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of neighborhoods, cities and towns, and rental properties across New York including Mansion Area, Albany, and the greater Albany area. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for convenient access to the outdoors, luxury amenities, pet-friendly features, family-friendliness, proximity to transit, walking, and biking. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.
Getting Around the Mansion Area Neighborhood in Albany, NY
Walk Score®
92 / 100
Walker’s Paradise
Daily errands do not require a car
Bike Score®
55 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
70 / 100
Excellent Transit
Transit is convenient for most trips
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 Cheap Mansion Area Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Mansion Area?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Mansion Area is under $1,100.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Mansion Area?
The cheapest apartment in Mansion Area is Capitol Green which is listed at $975, while the average apartment in Mansion Area costs $3,000.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Mansion Area?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 15 regular apartments in Mansion Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Mansion Area?
Cheap apartments in Mansion Area have an average cost of $685 which is $2,315 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Mansion Area.
Expert Rental Resources
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A Local Expert’s Guide To the Top Budget-Friendly Neighborhoods to Rent in Albany, NY
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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.
Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Given the high costs for housing, I have found that many people are looking for a roommate to share expenses. These arrangements can increase opportunities for more desirable and larger spaces.
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Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.
How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Everything is a negotiation in real estate!