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279 Ontario St #1, Albany, NY 12203, USA|Pine Hills
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Amenities for 279 Ontario St #1, Pine Hills
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| Refrigerator |
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| Onsite Laundry |
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About 279 Ontario St #1
Sweet deal!
This listing is 12% below the median price for 3 bedroom apartments in Pine Hills.
Recently updated 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom first-floor apartment at 279 Ontario Street in Albany's Pine Hills neighborhood. This 1,200 square foot unit features a spacious eat-in kitchen with new shaker-style cabinetry, marble-look countertops, stainless steel gas range, over-range microwave, dishwasher, and stainless steel refrigerator. A ceiling fan and recessed lighting complete the kitchen, which also has a door leading to the backyard. The full bathroom includes dark tile flooring, a white vanity with modern fixtures, a tub/shower combo with handheld showerhead, exhaust fan, and a window for natural ventilation. All three bedrooms are good-sized, with a mix of hardwood and vinyl plank flooring, and ceiling fans in select rooms. Baseboard hot water heating is provided throughout the unit for comfortable, zone-controlled warmth. The apartment includes a long hallway connecting the bedrooms and living spaces, with tile flooring throughout common areas. Washer and dryer hookups are available in the basement (tenants supply their own machines). The building also offers a shared backyard with green space, a rear deck, and rear entrance access from the kitchen. Contact MKZ Property Service and Management at 646-244-2015 or **** to schedule a showing. 279 Ontario Street is a well-maintained two-family home located in Albany's Pine Hills neighborhood, one of the city's most walkable residential areas. The building is within easy reach of shops and restaurants along Western Avenue and Madison Avenue, with convenient access to CDTA bus routes. The University at Albany uptown campus and Saint Rose College are both a short commute away. The property features a shared backyard with green space and a rear deck, along with a secure common vestibule entry.
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 279 Ontario St #1 compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Less expensive
- The 3-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Considerations
- Greater distance from grade schools
- The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Address details
| Neighborhood | Pine Hills |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 12203 |
| Type | Apartment for rent |
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Rent trends in Pine Hills
3-bedroom apartments at 279 Ontario St #1 cost about 12% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Albany.
Median rents as of Mar 21 2026.
Pine Hills
Albany
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,645 |
| May 2024 | $1,650 |
| June 2024 | $1,695 |
| July 2024 | $1,672 |
| August 2024 | $1,714 |
| September 2024 | $1,655 |
| October 2024 | $1,661 |
| November 2024 | $1,634 |
| December 2024 | $1,608 |
| January 2025 | $1,625 |
| February 2025 | $1,650 |
| March 2025 | $1,650 |
| April 2025 | $1,650 |
| May 2025 | $1,653 |
| June 2025 | $1,650 |
| July 2025 | $1,650 |
| August 2025 | $1,717 |
| September 2025 | $1,677 |
| October 2025 | $1,700 |
| November 2025 | $1,670 |
| December 2025 | $1,700 |
| January 2026 | $1,698 |
| February 2026 | $1,700 |
| March 2026 | $1,700 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| April 2024 | $1,600 |
| May 2024 | $1,600 |
| June 2024 | $1,610 |
| July 2024 | $1,637 |
| August 2024 | $1,640 |
| September 2024 | $1,643 |
| October 2024 | $1,618 |
| November 2024 | $1,577 |
| December 2024 | $1,600 |
| January 2025 | $1,625 |
| February 2025 | $1,650 |
| March 2025 | $1,650 |
| April 2025 | $1,650 |
| May 2025 | $1,650 |
| June 2025 | $1,650 |
| July 2025 | $1,650 |
| August 2025 | $1,650 |
| September 2025 | $1,650 |
| October 2025 | $1,650 |
| November 2025 | $1,650 |
| December 2025 | $1,650 |
| January 2026 | $1,650 |
| February 2026 | $1,656 |
| March 2026 | $1,650 |
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Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
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Schools near 279 Ontario St #1
Philip J. Schuyler Achievement Academy
676 clinton ave
albany, NY, 12206
PK, K-5Public
C
Pine Hills Elementary School
41 n allen st
albany, NY, 12203
PK, K-5Public
C+
Sheridan Preparatory Academy
400 sheridan ave
albany, NY, 12206
PK, K-5Public
C
New Scotland Elementary School
385 new scotland ave
albany, NY, 12208
PK, K-5Public
B
Delaware Community School
43 bertha st
albany, NY, 12209
PK, K-5Public
C
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Getting around Albany near 279 Ontario St #1
Walking
8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.
Driving
6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
7/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.
Points of interest for 279 Ontario St #1, Albany
Groceries
8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
4/10
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
9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
10/10
At least one high school within a 5-minute walk
Parks
7/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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