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  • Pet Friendly

Location

38 South Main Avenue, Albany, NY 12208, USA|Pine Hills
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Finewill Companies

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Property Overview

The Westerly features spacious one-bedroom apartments and is highly rated overall, with a Zumper rating of 9.7 out of 10. It excels in location and price, making it an exceptional value with impressive amenities. Additionally, the property is recognized for its pet-friendliness and vibrant social scene, offering residents diverse dining and transportation options, ensuring an enriched living experience.

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

9.7
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, The Westerly is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.

Things you’ll love

  • Elementary school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Less expensive

Great for

  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

1 Bedroom 1 Bath1 bed1 bath$1,297 /mo

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Amenities for The Westerly

Apartment Amenities

Natural Hardwood Floor

Appliances

MicrowaveRefrigerator

Building

Cats OKControlled Access
Dogs OKElevator
IntercomOnsite Laundry

Services

On-Site Maintenance

Neighborhood

Near Public Transportation
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Policies and fees

Applicants

Application Fee

One-time. Agent application fee

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Base Rent

Monthly rent payment

$1,297

OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Allowed

Dog

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 dogs max. Please contact us to learn more about our pet policy

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Cat

Pet Rent

Monthly. 2 cats max.

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About The Westerly

HomeApartments in AlbanyPine Hills The Westerly

The Westerley at Pine Hills Apartments offers the perfect blend of charm and convenience in the heart of Albany. Located in the walkable Pine Hills neighborhood near downtown, this classic walk-up building features spacious one-bedroom apartments filled with natural sunlight. Enjoy included hot water, free cable, and high-speed internet. With our friendly leasing team ready to help you find your ideal home, there’s never been a better time to experience Albany living. Call or stop by today to discover the charm of 38 S. Main Ave!


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.
9.7
/10
Excellent
Earning an outstanding 9.7 out of 10 overall rating, The Westerly is a shining example of a what an exceptional rental property looks like. Most noteworthy, it excels at Price and Location—these two characteristics alone make this property an excellent choice for anyone seeking an elevated lifestyle with few trade-offs.
How we rated The Westerly
Price·10A 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.
The Westerly offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
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.
The Westerly goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Westerly receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·10A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Westerly offers residents unparalleled convenience to popular points of interest, transportation, schools, and more, which provide an elevated quality of life. Communication with management is usually quick and easy, allowing for a more expedited application and renting process, saving you time and money.
Quality·10A 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.
The Westerly has notable characteristics that give it an edge. It is a verified property that stands out from others nearby as an exceptional choice for renters looking for a specific lifestyle. Offering a combination of prestige, modernity, and tailored living experiences, residents can expect nothing short of excellence at The Westerly.
Trustworthiness·9A 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 Westerly has gone above and beyond to craft a useful, detailed description, demonstrating transparency and trustworthiness, and giving renters a clear picture of what to expect from the property and its management, so they can make an informed decision about whether the rental meets their needs.

The Westerly is great for:

Pet owners

  • 2 pet grooming services nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 132 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • The area has transit 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 The Westerly compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.4 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away
Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elevator
Improved accessibility features
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Pine Hills

1-bedroom apartments at The Westerly cost about 4% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Pine Hills.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Pine Hills
Albany
A table of studio rental data trends in Albany
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$1,162
December 2023$1,289
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$1,194
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

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Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Schools near The Westerly

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

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

Eagle Point Elementary School

1044 western ave

albany, NY, 12203

PK, K-5Public
B-
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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 38 South Main Avenue

Walking

8/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

6/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 38 South Main Avenue, Albany

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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