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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Spacious apartments
  • Walk-in closets
  • Ample parking
  • Smoke-free community
  • On-site laundry facility
  • W/d hookups

Location

1825 Clay St Se, Albany, OR 97322, USA
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Management

SMI Property Management

Leasing office

(541) 928-5888

Property Overview

Premier Apartments offers a strong mix of value, convenience, and features, with an 8.8 expert rating supported by top marks for price and amenities, plus a 9 out of 10 for location. It includes spacious apartments, walk-in closets, ample parking, smoke-free living, on-site laundry, and w/d hookups, and it is also noted for nearby transit, a nearby elementary school, 12 photos, and pet-friendly surroundings with grooming, supply, and hospital options.

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

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Premier Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Premier Apartments 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

  • Less expensive
  • Elementary school nearby
  • Images Available

Great for

  • Pet owners

Floor plans

1x11 bed1 bath700 sqft$1,250 /mo3 units availableApply Now Our apartment community is ideally located for those who enjoy the convenience of having all the necessities of everyday life within a few blocks from your home. Premier Apartments are just a couple of blocks Mega Foods, Seven Eleven, The Heritage Mall, Target, Safeway, Applebee's, Carino's and the movie theater. We offer spacious apartments with walk-in closets in some units, deck/patio, W/D hookups, ample parking, and an on-site laundry facility. Up to 2 pets welcome with a total combined weight limit of 40 lbs. Must be at least 1 year old, spayed/neutered, and up-to-date on all vaccinations. Additional security deposit and monthly pet rent required. This is a breathe easy smoke-free community. DISCLOSURES: *THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE PRIOR TO EXECUTION OF RENTAL AGREEMENT RENT: The following are MAXIMUM amounts. The actual amounts charged will depend on the unit size, screening results and other factors. Unit Rent: One Bdrm: $1,250-$1,300 Utility Bill-Back Charge: $40 Pet Rent: $25 DEPOSITS: Security Deposit MINIMUM: $950 Security Deposit MAXIMUM: $1,900 (Depends on screening results and unit size) Additional Security Deposit For Having a Pet: $350 _____________________________________________________________________________________ RENTERS & LIABILITY INSURANCE: A Renters and Liability Insurance policy with SMI Property Management listed as an interested party, is required to be provided at the commencement of the lease/rental agreement and is to be maintained throughout the term of the tenancy in the amount of $100,000. No insurance will be required if: A) The household income of all of the tenants in the unit is equal to or less than fifty percent of the area median income, adjusted for family size as measured up to a five-person family; or B) If the dwelling unit has been subsidized with public funds, not including housing choice vouchers. _____________________________________________________________________________________ GOOD FAITH ESTIMATE: See listing of all available units at: https www smiproperty com vacancies Approximate number of units currently available, or which will in the foreseeable future be available, of the size and in the area requested by applicant:______ unit(s). Approximate number of applications previously accepted and currently under consideration for those units:______ application(s). If the blanks above are not filled in, then there is at least one unit available and there are no applications ahead of yours currently under consideration. Move-in concessions, when offered, are limited to eligible rent charges owed by the resident and exclude all other amounts due under the lease. Interior photos may not represent the actual unit.

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Amenities for Premier Apartments

Apartment Amenities

DeckDeck/Patio
PatioWalk-in Closet
Washer/Dryer Hookups

Appliances

DishwasherRange
RefrigeratorStove

Building

Breathe Easy Smoke Free CommunityCats OK
Dogs OKOnsite Laundry

Grounds

Ample Parking SpaceAssigned Parking

Neighborhood

Walk to Shopping
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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Parking Policy

Assigned Parking

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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About Premier Apartments

HomeApartments in Albany Premier Apartments

Our apartment community is ideally located for those who enjoy the convenience of having all the necessities of everyday life within a few blocks from your home. Premier Apartments are just a couple of blocks from Mega Foods, Seven Eleven, The Heritage Mall, Target, Safeway, Applebee's, Carino's and the movie theater. We offer spacious apartments with walk-in closets, deck/patio, W/D hookups, ample parking, and an on-site laundry facility.


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Premier Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Premier Apartments 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 Premier Apartments
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.
Premier Apartments 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·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.
Premier Apartments 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—pets allowed—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.
Premier Apartments 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 Premier Apartments does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.

Premier Apartments is great for:

Pet owners

  • Outdoor spaces are available at this property
  • 5 pet grooming services nearby
  • 6 pet supply stores near the property
  • 2 pet hospitals in the area

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 Premier Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.2 miles away
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this property
Laundry available on site
Washers and dryers are available in-building
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors
Walk-in closet
More closet space on average

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 0.8 miles away

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Rent trends in Albany

1-bedroom apartments at Premier Apartments cost about 2% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Albany.

Median rents as of Oct 10 2026.
Albany
A table of studio rental data trends in Albany
MonthMedian Rent
October 2024$1,395
November 2024$1,326
December 2024$1,145
January 2025$1,220
February 2025$1,043
March 2025$1,078
April 2025$1,041
May 2025$1,086
July 2025$897
August 2025$990
October 2025$1,045
November 2025$1,091
December 2025$927
January 2026$916
February 2026$911
March 2026$941
April 2026$995
May 2026$835
June 2026$833
July 2026$887
August 2026$930
September 2026$795
October 2026$795

Affordability calculator

Can I afford to live at 1825 Clay St Se?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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Schools near Premier Apartments

South Shore Elementary School

910 bain st se

albany, OR, 97322

K-5Public
C

Philomath Academy

2054 applegate st

philomath, OR, 97370

K-12Public

North Santiam Options Academy

757 w locust st

stayton, OR, 97383

K-12Public
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Neighborhood

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

Getting around Albany near 1825 Clay St Se

Walking

6/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

2/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 1825 Clay St Se, Albany

Groceries

8/10
At least one grocery store within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

6/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

6/10
At least one elementary school within a 15-minute walk

High schools

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

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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