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Highlights

  • Additional storage
  • Flexible layout option
  • Large living room
  • Flexible apartment
  • Decorative fireplace

Location

542 Washington Ave, Albany, NY 12203, USA|Pine Hills
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Management

Manon RE Group, Inc

Leasing office

(844) 237-3767 ext. 4275

Property Overview

542 Washington features a Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5, indicating strong appeal for renters, supported by a price rating of 9 that reflects competitivevalue. The property offers a flexible layout, spacious living room, and notable amenities like additional storage and a decorative fireplace, set in a vibrant neighborhood with abundant dining and fitness options. With high ratings for location, amenities, and trustworthiness, this property provides an exceptional living experience with excellent access to local schools and a lively community.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings,” “Things you’ll love,” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 542 Washington is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 542 Washington has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby
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Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

542 Washington Ave - 542-21 bed1 bath$1,200 /moThis listing provides a flexible layout option for tenants, allowing it to function either as a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit with a limited living room or a spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit with additional space. Key Features: Bright & Airy: Plenty of natural light throughout the unit. Bonus Room: Ideal for a home office or additional storage. Decorative Fireplace: Adds charm to the space. Laundry: Coin-operated laundry room available in the building. Utilities & Costs: Tenant Pays: Cooking gas & electric. Landlord Pays: Heat, water, and landscaping. Application Fee: $20 (non-refundable per applicant). Lease Term: Minimum 1-year lease. Leasing Requirements: - Monthly income of $3,600+ - Credit score of 600+ - Clean background check with no prior evictions - 1st Month's rent to move, - Optional No Security Deposit subject to 3rd party approval.
542 Washington Ave - 542-51 bed1 bath$1,200 /moLocated on the 2nd floor, this flexible apartment can work as a 2Bd / 1Ba with limited living room space or a large 1Bd / 1Ba with large living room and formal dinning room. Apartment features tons of light, decorative fireplace and a bonus room that can be used as an office. There's also a coin-operated laundry room in the building. Tenant Pays: Cooking gas and electric. Landlord Pays: Heat, Water & Landscaping $20 non-refundable application fee per applicant / 1 year lease minimum. Leasing 0Requirements: - $3,700 monthly income - 600+ credit score - Clean background with no evictions

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About 542 Washington

HomeApartments in AlbanyPine Hills 542 Washington

This listing provides a flexible layout option for tenants, allowing it to function either as a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit with a limited living room or a spacious 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom unit with additional space. Key Features: Bright & Airy: Plenty of natural light throughout the unit. Bonus Room: Ideal for a home office or additional storage. Decorative Fireplace: Adds charm to the space. Laundry: Coin-operated laundry room available in the building. Utilities & Costs: Tenant Pays: Cooking gas & electric. Landlord Pays: Heat, water, and landscaping. Application Fee: $20 (non-refundable per applicant). Lease Term: Minimum 1-year lease. Leasing Requirements: - Monthly income of $3,600+ - Credit score of 600+ - Clean background check with no prior evictions - 1st Month's rent to move, - Optional No Security Deposit subject to 3rd party approval.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 542 Washington is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 542 Washington has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 542 Washington
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
542 Washington stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
542 Washington goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including heat. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 542 Washington receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
542 Washington is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·7A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust 542 Washington to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

542 Washington is great for:

Social life

  • 243 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 212 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • A bustling neighborhood

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • There are 46 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • 13 sports facilities (like tennis courts) nearby

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 542 Washington compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.3 mile away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Pine Hills

1-bedroom apartments here are priced about the same as 1-bedrooms in Pine Hills.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
Pine Hills
Albany
A table of studio rental data trends in Albany
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,298
January 2024$1,294
February 2024$1,247
March 2024$1,281
April 2024$1,255
May 2024$1,192
June 2024$1,149
July 2024$1,168
August 2024$1,055
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$1,139
A table of studio rental data trends in Pine Hills
MonthMedian Rent
January 2024$770
March 2024$770
April 2024$961
May 2024$1,050
July 2024$1,075
August 2024$1,075
October 2024$1,150
December 2024$895

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$48,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom median monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Schools near 542 Washington

Philip J. Schuyler Achievement Academy

676 clinton ave

albany, NY, 12206

PK, K-5Public
C

Sheridan Preparatory Academy

400 sheridan ave

albany, NY, 12206

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

Arbor Hill Elementary School

1 arbor dr

albany, NY, 12207

PK, K-5Public
C
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Neighborhood

Pine Hills | Albany, NY

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Albany near 542 Washington Ave

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

8/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 542 Washington Ave, Albany

Groceries

9/10
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

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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