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Highlights

  • Zero Deposit
  • Pet Friendly
  • Keyless entry
  • Granite counter tops
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • In unit washer and dryer
  • Covered parking
  • Bbq

Location

86 Dana Ave, Albany, NY 12208, USA|Park South
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Management

Blue House Companies LLC

Leasing office

(518) 290-7611

Property Overview

The Reserve at Park South II offers strong overall value with an expert rating of 8.7/10, highlighted by top-tier amenities (10/10), excellent pricing (9/10), a highly convenient location (9/10), and solid quality and trust scores. Residents benefit from upscale in-home features like keyless entry, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, in-unit laundry, and covered parking, plus shared perks such as BBQ areas and community gathering spaces. The property stands out for social life, remote work, pet friendliness, and fitness/wellness, supported by abundant nearby restaurants, groceries, services, and coworking 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

8.7
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, The Reserve at Park South II is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Reserve at Park South II 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
  • More space
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life
  • Pet owners
  • Wellness

Floor plans

0BR/1.0BAStudio1 bath621+ sqft$1,600–$1,625 /mo3 units availableWelcome to the Reserve at Park South 2! Built in 2020 this building offers all the luxuries. Unit 206 is an oversized studio with ample closet space, independent kitchen area with a desk nook area. You won't feel like you're in a studio! Granite counter tops, plank flooring, stainless steel appliances. Huge windows in living space make this unit bright and inviting. In unit washer and dryer. Each floor has garbage chute rooms. Roof top terrace with BBQ accessible by all residents (360-degree views!) Fully turfed and fenced in back yard, with dog run and putting green! Heated/Secured parking available for $200 per month (first come first serve). High speed internet and cable ($85 per month) Pets OK! $50 each per approved pet, per month. non refundable pet fee of $250 NO Security Deposits! $750 Non refundable admin fee due at time of lease signing.

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Amenities for The Reserve at Park South II

Apartment Amenities

Breakfast BarCentral Air

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveRange
RefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliances
StoveWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
Security Cameras

Grounds

Rooftop Terrace

Services

Water, Sewer & Trash
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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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Building details

Property details

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About The Reserve at Park South II

HomeApartments in AlbanyPark South The Reserve at Park South II

Gorgeous new construction building, with ample amenities! Offering Studio, one- and two-bedroom flats. Discounted Cable/WiFi packages through Spectrum (additional charge) Covered/Heating optional parking - based on availability ($200/month additional charge) Keyless entry Wireless intercom Laundry in-unit Pet Friendly! $50 per month per approved pet (maximum 2 pets) $250 Nonrefundable pet fee due upon signing of lease NO security deposits! $750 nonrefundable admin fee due at signing of the lease.


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.
8.7
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.7 out of 10 overall, The Reserve at Park South II is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Reserve at Park South II 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 The Reserve at Park South II
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.
The Reserve at Park South II 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.
The Reserve at Park South II 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.
The Reserve at Park South II 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·7A 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 it may not have as many distinctive features as similar properties in the surrounding area, renters can trust The Reserve at Park South II to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.

The Reserve at Park South II is great for:

Social life

  • 246 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • Community gathering spaces on-site (lounges, rooftops, etc.)
  • 213 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 32 local event hubs within 1 mile

Pet owners

  • 4 pet hospitals in the area
  • Pet deposit required
  • 4 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • On-site fitness or wellness programs
  • There are 46 grocery stores within 1 mile

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 Reserve at Park South II compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 0.4 mile away
More space
The 1-bedroom is 310 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Elevator
Improved accessibility features

Considerations

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Rent trends in Park South

studio apartments at The Reserve at Park South II cost about 5% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Park South.

Median rents as of May 2 2026.
Park South
Albany
A table of studio rental data trends in Albany
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,181
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
December 2025$1,170
January 2026$1,201
February 2026$1,203
March 2026$1,209
April 2026$1,237
May 2026$1,250
A table of studio rental data trends in Park South
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,319
June 2024$1,117
July 2024$1,047
August 2024$950
September 2024$959
October 2024$993
November 2024$985
December 2024$950
June 2025$1,600
July 2025$1,600
August 2025$1,557
September 2025$1,515
October 2025$1,525
November 2025$1,525

Affordability calculator

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$64,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $64,000 annually to afford this studio monthly rent price of $1,600.
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Schools near The Reserve at Park South II

Sheridan Preparatory Academy

400 sheridan ave

albany, NY, 12206

PK, K-5Public
C

Delaware Community School

43 bertha st

albany, NY, 12209

PK, K-5Public
C

Philip J. Schuyler Achievement Academy

676 clinton ave

albany, NY, 12206

PK, K-5Public
C

New Scotland Elementary School

385 new scotland ave

albany, NY, 12208

PK, K-5Public
B

Giffen Memorial Elementary School

274 s pearl st

albany, NY, 12202

PK, K-5Public
C
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Getting around Albany near 86 Dana Ave

Walking

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

Driving

9/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

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

Transit

8/10
Popular public transit options are just a short walk from this location.

Points of interest for 86 Dana Ave, Albany

Groceries

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

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk

Primary schools

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

High schools

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

Parks

9/10
Exceptionally large amount of park space within a few minutes’ walk

Nightlife

5/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk

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