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Highlights

  • Hardwood floors
  • All new stainless steel appliances
  • Modern finishes throughout apartment

Location

263 Central Avenue, Albany, New York 12206, United States|West Hill
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Management

Albany Management Group

Leasing office

(518) 463-1915

Property Overview

263 Central Ave is an exceptional property with a Zumper expert rating of 9.1, showcasing its competitive pricing, extensive amenities, and a prime location that supports an active lifestyle. Notable features include modern finishes, hardwood floors, and all-new stainless steel appliances, enhancing the living experience. The property's strong aspects include convenience to restaurants, parks, and public transit, while also promoting environmental sustainability and an ideal atmosphere for remote work.

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

9.1
Excellent
263 Central Ave 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

  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Work-from-home
  • Social life

Floor plans

1BR/1.0BA1 bed1 bath$1,131 /mo1 unit availableThis unit features beautiful modern finishes throughout the apartment. You'll enjoy all new stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors. Quiet and gentle pets with very responsible owners are welcome with a pet security deposit. Water, sewer and trash are included in the rent, tenants pay utilities (Cable/internet/gas/electric). One-year lease, + 1 month rent + security deposit required at signing before move in. Please visit AlbanyManagementGroup. com for more information or text Brett at 518.285.0679 to schedule a showing!

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Amenities for 263 Central Ave

Appliances

MicrowaveOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove/Oven
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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About 263 Central Ave

HomeApartments in AlbanyWest Hill 263 Central Ave

This unit features beautiful modern finishes throughout the apartment. You'll enjoy all new stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors. Quiet and gentle pets with very responsible owners are welcome with a pet security deposit. Water, sewer and trash are included in the rent, tenants pay utilities (Cable/internet/gas/electric). One-year lease, + 1 month rent + security deposit required at signing before move in. Please visit AlbanyManagementGroup. com for more information or text Brett at 518.285.0679 to schedule a showing!


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.
9.1
/10
Excellent
263 Central Ave 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 263 Central Ave
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.
263 Central Ave 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.
263 Central Ave goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including microwave. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 263 Central Ave 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.
263 Central Ave 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.
263 Central Ave 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·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.
263 Central Ave 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.

263 Central Ave is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • On-site recycling or composting options
  • 19 parks within a mile

Work-from-home

  • High speed internet is an amenity
  • Utilities included in the rent
  • Quiet environment with little noise pollution
  • 1 coworking space or cafe within 1 mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 229 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options
  • 211 mixed-use spaces 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 263 Central Ave compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away

Considerations

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Rent trends in West Hill

1-bedroom apartments at 263 Central Ave cost about 3% more than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in West Hill.

Median rents as of Dec 13 2025.
West Hill
Albany
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Albany
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,250
January 2024$1,300
February 2024$1,275
March 2024$1,254
April 2024$1,215
May 2024$1,275
June 2024$1,250
July 2024$1,256
August 2024$1,225
September 2024$1,248
October 2024$1,294
November 2024$1,307
December 2024$1,299
January 2025$1,335
February 2025$1,374
March 2025$1,309
April 2025$1,262
May 2025$1,257
June 2025$1,281
July 2025$1,330
August 2025$1,329
September 2025$1,295
October 2025$1,300
November 2025$1,302
December 2025$1,250
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in West Hill
MonthMedian Rent
March 2024$1,047
April 2024$1,127
May 2024$1,131
June 2024$1,131
July 2024$1,131
August 2024$1,131
September 2024$1,000
January 2025$1,098
February 2025$1,131
March 2025$1,131
May 2025$1,115
June 2025$1,119
July 2025$1,125
August 2025$1,112
September 2025$1,000
October 2025$1,025
November 2025$1,096
December 2025$1,095

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Can I afford to live at 263 Central Avenue?

Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$45,240/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $45,240 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,131.
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Schools near 263 Central Ave

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

Arbor Hill Elementary School

1 arbor dr

albany, NY, 12207

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
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Getting around Albany near 263 Central Avenue

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

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

Cycling

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 263 Central Avenue, Albany

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Some shops within walking distance

Cafes

4/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

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

High schools

6/10
At least one high school within a 20-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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