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- Open layout
- Spacious apartment
Location
251b Central Ave Unit B, Albany, NY 12206, USA|West Hill
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Property Overview
This property features an open layout and spacious apartment design, creating an inviting atmosphere. Located in a vibrant neighborhood, it offers quick access to top-rated schools, with multiple parks, restaurants, and mixed-use spaces all within a mile. Additionally, public transit options and walkable streets contribute to a lifestyle that emphasizes sustainability and social engagement.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Elementary school nearby
- High school nearby
Great for
Eco living
Social life
Amenities for 251B Central Ave Unit B #B, West Hill
Apartment Amenities
| Electric Heating | Walk-in Closet |
Building
| Exterior Type: Brick |
Other
| Five Rooms | View Type: City |
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About 251B Central Ave Unit B #B
Property Status: Active A beautiful 2 bedroom, 1 bath apartment located in the heart of Albany. Right on the bus line. Many good restaurants within walking distance. Close proximity to everything the city has to offer. Washington Park and the Empire State Plaza to name a few. The unit is spacious with a bright open layout. Call listing agent to view. Office Phone: (518) 669-4356 Copyright © 2026 Global MLS, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 251B Central Ave Unit B #B compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 2-bedroom is 1200 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Elementary school nearby
- There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 1 mile away
- Images Available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
- Walk-in closet
- More closet space on average
Considerations
- Greater distance from middle schools
- The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | West Hill |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 12206 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in West Hill
2-bedroom apartments at 251B Central Ave Unit B #B cost about 20% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Albany.
Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
West Hill
Albany
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,591 |
| May 2024 | $1,565 |
| June 2024 | $1,542 |
| July 2024 | $1,611 |
| August 2024 | $1,565 |
| September 2024 | $1,588 |
| October 2024 | $1,713 |
| November 2024 | $1,695 |
| December 2024 | $1,736 |
| January 2025 | $1,691 |
| February 2025 | $1,700 |
| March 2025 | $1,603 |
| April 2025 | $1,529 |
| May 2025 | $1,548 |
| June 2025 | $1,520 |
| July 2025 | $1,533 |
| August 2025 | $1,510 |
| September 2025 | $1,523 |
| October 2025 | $1,514 |
| November 2025 | $1,533 |
| December 2025 | $1,537 |
| January 2026 | $1,535 |
| February 2026 | $1,543 |
| March 2026 | $1,580 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,255 |
| August 2024 | $1,200 |
| February 2025 | $1,200 |
| May 2025 | $1,400 |
| June 2025 | $1,250 |
| July 2025 | $1,250 |
| August 2025 | $1,207 |
| September 2025 | $1,292 |
| October 2025 | $1,328 |
| November 2025 | $1,300 |
| December 2025 | $1,287 |
| January 2026 | $1,300 |
| February 2026 | $1,347 |
| March 2026 | $1,274 |
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Can I afford to live at 251b Central Ave Unit B?
Bedrooms
2 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Schools near 251B Central Ave Unit B #B
Sheridan Preparatory Academy
400 sheridan ave
albany, NY, 12206
PK, K-5Public
C
Philip J. Schuyler Achievement Academy
676 clinton ave
albany, NY, 12206
PK, K-5Public
C
Arbor Hill Elementary School
1 arbor dr
albany, NY, 12207
PK, K-5Public
C
Pine Hills Elementary School
41 n allen st
albany, NY, 12203
PK, K-5Public
C+
New Scotland Elementary School
385 new scotland ave
albany, NY, 12208
PK, K-5Public
B
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Getting around Albany near 251b Central Ave Unit B
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.
Cycling
7/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.
Transit
9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.
Points of interest for 251b Central Ave Unit B, Albany
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
10/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-minute walk
High schools
7/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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