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Highlights

  • Professionally managed
  • Washers and dryers
  • Large bedrooms
  • Off street parking
  • Closet/storage space
  • Private balcony space

Location

284 S Allen St, Albany, NY 12208, USA|New Scotland
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Management

BA Property Management, Inc

Leasing office

(518) 212-7699

Property Overview

284 South Allen St is a highly rated property with a 9.2 overall score from Zumper, highlighting its competitive pricing, impressive amenities, and prime location. Notable features include large bedrooms, private balcony space, and ample storage, all contributing to an excellent standard of living. With 23 photos available, prospective renters can easily visualize the property's offerings, ensuring transparency and trust in the information provided.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

9.2
Excellent
284 South Allen St is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.

Things you’ll love

  • Dishwasher
  • Images Available

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath775 sqft$1,595 /mo2 units availableYour new home awaits!! ***HEAT AND HOT WATER INCLUDED*** This residence consists of 2 large bedrooms, a dining room, living room, private and screened in outdoor balcony space and plenty of closet/storage space Off Street Parking Available. Washers and Dryers located in the building. Additional Studio, 1, 2, and 3 Bedroom apartments available in the area. Please reach out for further information! This property is locally owned and professionally managed.
3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath875 sqft$1,595 /mo1 unit availableYour new home awaits!! This residence consists of 2 bedrooms with a den (could be used as a 3rd bedroom), a dining room, living room, private outdoor balcony space and plenty of closet/storage space. Heat and hot water Included! Parking Available. Washers and Dryers located in the building. Call, text or email today for your private tour. Locally owned and professionally managed.

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Amenities for 284 South Allen St

Apartment Amenities

Heat and Hot Water

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStove
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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About 284 South Allen St

HomeApartments in AlbanyNew Scotland 284 South Allen St

Your new home awaits!! ***HEAT AND HOT WATER INCLUDED*** This residence consists of 2 large bedrooms, a dining room, living room, private and screened in outdoor balcony space and plenty of closet/storage space Off Street Parking Available. Washers and Dryers located in the building. Additional Studio, 1, 2, and 3 Bedroom apartments available in the area. Please reach out for further information! This property is locally owned and professionally managed.


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.
9.2
/10
Excellent
284 South Allen St is an excellent find, offering residents a superior living experience with a wide range of desirable features. Residents will particularly enjoy knowing that this property rated highest in Price and Amenities, which help to make this rental a great place to call home.
How we rated 284 South Allen St
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.
284 South Allen St 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.
284 South Allen St goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including dishwasher. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 284 South Allen St 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.
284 South Allen St 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·9A 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.
284 South Allen St has a few standout characteristics that set it apart from similar properties nearby. Having both verified status and features that cater to discerning renters, this is a great option for renters looking for a specific and exceptional lifestyle.
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.

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 284 South Allen St compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address

Considerations

Greater distance from high schools
The nearest high school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away

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Rent trends in New Scotland

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at 284 South Allen St to be 2% less than the average for similarly sized apartments in New Scotland.

3-bedroom apartments at 284 South Allen St cost about 0% less than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in New Scotland.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
New Scotland
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 New Scotland
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,650
April 2024$1,487
June 2024$1,195
July 2024$1,487
September 2024$1,683
October 2024$1,687
November 2024$1,650
December 2024$1,650
January 2025$1,574
February 2025$1,499
March 2025$1,650

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Can I afford to live at 284 S Allen St?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$63,800/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,800 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,595.
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Schools near 284 South Allen St

New Scotland Elementary School

385 new scotland ave

albany, NY, 12208

PK, K-5Public
B

Pine Hills Elementary School

41 n allen st

albany, NY, 12203

PK, K-5Public
C+

Eagle Point Elementary School

1044 western ave

albany, NY, 12203

PK, K-5Public
B-

Philip J. Schuyler Achievement Academy

676 clinton ave

albany, NY, 12206

PK, K-5Public
C

Delaware Community School

43 bertha st

albany, NY, 12209

PK, K-5Public
C
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Getting around Albany near 284 S Allen St

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

4/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 284 S Allen St, Albany

Groceries

3/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

3/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 30-minute walk

High schools

4/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

5/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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