
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Second Avenue Neighborhood of Albany, NY from $500 (30 Rentals)
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5 Summit Ave

320 1st St

367 Hudson Ave

Willett Apartments

328 Madison Ave

66 State Street Partners, L.P.

Downtown Student Housing

159 1st St
Second Avenue, Albany, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Second Avenue?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Second Avenue Studio Apartments | $1,414 | $900 | $2,180 |
Second Avenue 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,574 | $650 | $2,500 |
Second Avenue 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,955 | $1,135 | $4,250 |
Second Avenue 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,600 | $700 | $2,600 |
Second Avenue 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,115 | $1,600 | $3,000 |
Second Avenue 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,735 | $2,000 | $3,330 |
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Cheapest Available Second Avenue Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Second Avenue 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 Second Avenue apartments for rent in Albany, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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142 Morton Ave | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $800 |
361 State St | Studio | Studio,1BA | $900 |
338 Hudson street | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $950 |
363 state street | Studio, 1 Bathroom | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
11 S Lake | Studio Apartment | Studio,1BA | $1,000 |
66 State Street Partners, L.P. | 1B1RC | 1BR,1BA | $1,095 |
Downtown Student Housing | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1,100 |
The Amsdell | Style A | Studio,1BA | $1,130 |
@HudsonPark | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Second Avenue, NY
As of March 09, 2025 the best value apartment in the Second Avenue area is the $1.31 price per square foot 3BR/2.0BA Model at Hinckel Brewery Development LLC in the in the Whitehall neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Second Avenue apartment is the 459 Jay St Model at 459 Jay St, Unit 1 starting at $1,350 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Whitehall neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Second Avenue apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Hinckel Brewery Development LLC | 3BR/2.0BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.31 |
459 Jay St, Unit 1 | 459 Jay St | 2BR,1BA | $0.96 |
17 Bertha St, Unit Upstairs | 17 Bertha St | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
Downtown Student Housing | 3 Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $1.33 |
18 Sparkill Ave, Unit Apartment 1 | 18 Sparkill Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.26 |
412 Broadway | 33/34 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.31 |
23 McAlpin St, Unit 3 | 23 McAlpin St | 2BR,1BA | $1.42 |
140 Grand St, Unit Basement Apartment | 140 Grand St | 1BR,1BA | $1.30 |
431 Clinton Ave, Unit unit3 | 431 Clinton Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.30 |
431 Clinton Ave, Unit #3 | 431 Clinton Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.15 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleSecond Avenue, Albany, NY
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Lifestyle Ratings
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Getting Around the Second Avenue Neighborhood in Albany, NY
Walk Score®
56 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
30 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
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 Second Avenue Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Second Avenue?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Second Avenue is at 142 Morton Ave listed at $800.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Second Avenue Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Second Avenue Apartment is $1,050 at 361 State St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Second Avenue Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Second Avenue is starting from $1,100 at Downtown Student Housing.
What is the most affordable Second Avenue Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Second Avenue Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 361 State St and starts from $1,450.
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