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Highlights

  • Quiet neighborhood
  • Fully equipped kitchen
  • Cozy living space
  • Dining area
  • Comfortable home

Location

21 Garden Street, Albany, New York 12209, United States|Delaware Avenue
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Property Overview

21 Garden Street receives a strong Zumper expert rating of 8.4, reflecting its competitive pricing and exceptional amenities, which are rated 10 out of 10. Located in a quiet neighborhood, the property features a fully equipped kitchen and comfortable living spaces, complemented by an impressive proximity to public transport, schools, and dining options. Notably, it supports work-from-home setups, pet-friendly amenities, and vibrant social opportunities, making it a compelling choice for potential renters.

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

8.4
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 21 Garden Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 21 Garden Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Work-from-home
  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

21 Garden Street2 bed1 bath884 sqft$2,200 /moWelcome to 21 Garden Avenue, Albany, NY – the perfect long-term rental! This charming home offers 884 sq. ft. of cozy living space, featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen and dining area. Located just 5 minutes from Albany Medical Center and under 10 minutes to St. Peter’s Hospital, it's ideal for healthcare professionals, digital nomads, and contract workers. Enjoy the quiet neighborhood with the convenience of a month-to-month lease, a dedicated workspace, and easy access to everything Albany has to offer. Whether you're here for work or a short stay in the capital region, 21 Garden Avenue is a comfortable and convenient home away from home.

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Amenities for 21 Garden Street

Apartment Amenities

DryerElectricity
FurnishedGas
Water

Appliances

DishwasherGarbage Disposal
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
Range/OvenRefrigerator

Tech

Internet

Building

Dogs OKLaundry Shared
Onsite Laundry

Grounds

Outdoor Space
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Applicants

Applicants

One-time.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

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Building details

Property details

Year built1925
Lease terms1+ month
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About 21 Garden Street

HomeApartments in AlbanyDelaware Avenue 21 Garden Street

Welcome to 21 Garden Avenue, Albany, NY – the perfect long-term rental! This charming home offers 884 sq. ft. of cozy living space, featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and a fully equipped kitchen and dining area. Located just 5 minutes from Albany Medical Center and under 10 minutes to St. Peter’s Hospital, it's ideal for healthcare professionals, digital nomads, and contract workers. Enjoy the quiet neighborhood with the convenience of a month-to-month lease, a dedicated workspace, and easy access to everything Albany has to offer. Whether you're here for work or a short stay in the capital region, 21 Garden Avenue is a comfortable and convenient home away from home.


Year Built: 1925

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.
8.4
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.4 out of 10 overall, 21 Garden Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 21 Garden Street has a number of attractive features—namely its Amenities— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 21 Garden Street
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.
21 Garden Street 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·10A 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.
21 Garden Street stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks—dogs allowed, furnished rental—making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
21 Garden Street 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·6A 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 21 Garden Street does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A 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.
21 Garden Street provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

21 Garden Street is great for:

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 3 pet hospitals in the area
  • 1 pet supply store near the property

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • Diverse age groups live in this area
  • 101 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 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 21 Garden Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.2 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.2 mile away
Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available

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Rent trends in Delaware Avenue

2-bedroom apartments at 21 Garden Street cost about 57% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Delaware Avenue.

Median rents as of Nov 29 2025.
Delaware Avenue
Albany
A table of studio rental data trends in Albany
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,305
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
A table of studio rental data trends in Delaware Avenue
MonthMedian Rent
July 2025$2,395

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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The general rule of thumb is to spend around 30% or less of your income on rent.
Recommended income

$88,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $88,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $2,200.
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Schools near 21 Garden Street

Delaware Community School

43 bertha st

albany, NY, 12209

PK, K-5Public
C

Giffen Memorial Elementary School

274 s pearl st

albany, NY, 12202

PK, K-5Public
C

New Scotland Elementary School

385 new scotland ave

albany, NY, 12208

PK, K-5Public
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
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Neighborhood

Delaware Avenue | Albany, NY

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

Getting around Albany near 21 Garden Street

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

6/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 21 Garden Street, Albany

Groceries

8/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

3/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

6/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 5-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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