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54 James St
54 James St, Albany, NY 12207, USA

Apartment for rent
Monthly rent
$1,100–$1,295
BedsStudio
Baths0–1
Sqft504
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Updated 5+ Days Ago

Property Overview

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Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Images available
  • Outdoor space

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Social life
  • Eco living

Units

54 James St Albany, NY

Available

STE2

Studio

– Baths

$1,100

Listed on 07/09/2026
Listed by Brian A Amaral
Days on market: 38
Property Status: Pending Available August 15! Well-maintained one-bedroom apartment located in the heart of downtown Albany directly across from Tricentennial Park. Enjoy a convenient walkable location just minutes from State offices, downtown employers, restaurants, entertainment, public transportation, and major highways. This bright second-floor apartment offers a spacious living area, full kitchen, private bathroom, and comfortable living space with abundant natural light. Ideal for professionals seeking convenient downtown living. Tenant is responsible for electric, gas, cable/internet, and other personal utilities. No smoking. Application, credit/background screening, income verification, and security deposit required. Available for immediate occupancy beginning August 15. Showings by appointment only. The property is also offered for sale. Existing ownership will honor the terms of any executed lease in accordance with applicable law. To apply visit: Office Phone: (518) 250-9499 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.

Available

#Suite 1

Studio

1 Bath

$1,295

Listed on 07/09/2026
Listed by Brian Amaral
Days on market: 38
Available August 15! Prime downtown Albany storefront located directly across from Tricentennial Park offering approximately 500± SF of versatile commercial space with excellent visibility and steady pedestrian traffic. Ideal for a café, bakery, deli, takeout restaurant, retail shop, professional office, salon, studio, or other permitted commercial use. The space features an existing built-in commercial kitchen hood, grease trap, and private restroom, providing significant value for food-service operators while remaining adaptable for a variety of non-restaurant uses. Modified Gross Lease. Landlord pays property taxes, building insurance, water/sewer, trash, and exterior maintenance. Tenant is responsible for electric, gas, internet, and interior business expenses. Business is not included. All business equipment, furniture, inventory, and personal property will be removed prior to occupancy. Owner is motivated and willing to work with qualified tenants. Availab...

Occupied Units

Occupied

1 Bed, 1 Bath

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,000

Listed by Brian Amaral
Days on market: 398
Enjoy comfortable living in this charming historic 1-bedroom apartment overlooking the recently renovated Tricentennial Park. With a bright, open-concept layout and classic details, the space offers a welcoming atmosphere that's move-in ready. The kitchen provides ample storage and prep space, while the cozy bedroom offers a quiet place to unwind. The bathroom is clean and functional, completing this simple yet inviting home. Pet-friendly and conveniently located just minutes from MVP Arena, government buildings, hospitals, restaurants, and outdoor spaces. A great blend of location, value, and character—schedule your showing today!

Occupied

#Suite 2

1 Bed

1 Bath

$1,100

Listed by Brian Amaral
Days on market: 38
Available August 15! Well-maintained one-bedroom apartment located in the heart of downtown Albany directly across from Tricentennial Park. Enjoy a convenient walkable location just minutes from State offices, downtown employers, restaurants, entertainment, public transportation, and major highways. This bright second-floor apartment offers a spacious living area, full kitchen, private bathroom, and comfortable living space with abundant natural light. Ideal for professionals seeking convenient downtown living. Tenant is responsible for electric, gas, cable/internet, and other personal utilities. No smoking. Application, credit/background screening, income verification, and security deposit required. Available for immediate occupancy beginning August 15. The property is also offered for sale. Existing ownership will honor the terms of any executed lease in accordance with applicable law. Showings by appointment only.

Amenities for 54 James St

Some units at this address have these amenities. View unit details for more information.

Building
  • Dogs Ok
  • Cats Ok
Unit Amenities
  • In-Unit Laundry
  • Hardwood Floor
  • Air Conditioning
  • Assigned Parking
  • On-Site Laundry

Policies at 54 James St

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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About 54 James St

HomeApartments in AlbanyDowntown Albany 54 James St #STE2, Albany, NY 12207, USA

Interested in leasing 54 James St, Albany, NY 12207, USA? Currently, 54 James St, Albany, NY 12207, USA is available to rent or lease. It is a studio apartment. Below, you can compare the rent price at 54 James St, Albany, NY 12207, USA vs overall rent prices in Downtown Albany, NY. We have compiled nearby businesses and things to do close to 54 James St, Albany, NY 12207, USA.

Address details

Units4
Units available2
Neighborhood
City
Zip code12207

54 James St #STE2 is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • 4 internet service provider options nearby
  • Large windows for natural lighting

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 214 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 78 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • The area has transit options

Eco living

  • Public transit available nearby
  • 32 parks within a mile
  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • On-site recycling or composting options

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 54 James St, Albany, NY 12207, USA compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
Images available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
One or more rentals here have easy access to the outdoors

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Pet restrictions
Pets aren't allowed at this location.

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Rent trends in Albany

Studio apartments at 54 James St #STE2 cost about 26% less than the average rent price for studios in Downtown Albany.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Downtown Albany
Albany
A table of studio rental data trends in Albany
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,025
September 2024$1,109
October 2024$1,282
November 2024$1,247
December 2024$1,212
January 2025$1,371
February 2025$1,490
March 2025$1,257
April 2025$1,176
May 2025$1,117
June 2025$1,137
July 2025$1,178
August 2025$1,245
September 2025$1,222
October 2025$1,183
November 2025$1,226
December 2025$1,170
January 2026$1,201
February 2026$1,203
March 2026$1,209
April 2026$1,237
May 2026$1,250
June 2026$1,254
July 2026$1,278
August 2026$1,290
A table of studio rental data trends in Downtown Albany
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,792
September 2024$1,525
October 2024$1,542
November 2024$1,573
December 2024$1,556
January 2025$1,557
February 2025$1,813
March 2025$1,893
April 2025$1,905
May 2025$1,799
June 2025$1,690
July 2025$1,507
August 2025$1,525
September 2025$1,494
October 2025$1,385
November 2025$1,475
April 2026$1,808
May 2026$1,844
June 2026$1,831
July 2026$1,672
August 2026$1,643

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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Rent history

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Check out the past listing prices for monthly rent at 54 James St, Albany, NY.
Last month$1,1001 bed1 bath
1 year ago$1,0001 bed1 bath

Schools near 54 James St #STE2

Arbor Hill Elementary School

1 arbor dr

albany, NY, 12207

PK, K-5Public
C

Giffen Memorial Elementary School

274 s pearl st

albany, NY, 12202

PK, K-5Public
C

Sheridan Preparatory Academy

400 sheridan ave

albany, NY, 12206

PK, K-5Public
C

Delaware Community School

43 bertha st

albany, NY, 12209

PK, K-5Public
C

Philip J. Schuyler Achievement Academy

676 clinton ave

albany, NY, 12206

PK, K-5Public
C
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Getting around Albany near 54 James St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

10/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 54 James St, Albany

Groceries

9/10
Exceptional variety of groceries within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

7/10
Wide variety of shops within a short drive, including some within walking distance

Cafes

9/10
Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

9/10
Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

5/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

9/10
Wide variety of bars within a few minutes' walk

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