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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • On-site laundry
  • Professionally managed
  • Spacious apartment
  • Utilities not included
  • Nearby restaurants
  • Comfortable home

Location

273 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203, USA|Pine Hills
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Management

BA Property Management, Inc

Leasing office

(518) 212-7699

Property Overview

273 Western Avenue offers a comfortable, spacious apartment in a professionally managed building with on-site laundry, and it is competitively priced for its strong amenity mix and convenient location. With high expert ratings across price, amenities, location, and trustworthiness, it delivers strong value and easy access to top-rated schools. The walkable neighborhood, abundant restaurants, nearby parks, and public transit options also make it appealing for an active social life and environmentally minded living.

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

8.1
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 273 Western Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 273 Western Avenue 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

  • High school nearby
  • More space

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Social life

Floor plans

3BR/1.0BA3 bed1 bath1,000+ sqft$1,900–$1,950 /mo3 units availableLooking for a student-friendly apartment in Pine Hills? This 3-bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment is perfect for roommates who want a comfortable home close to campus. Very spacious, providing plenty of room for hanging out, studying, or entertaining friends. The apartment is conveniently located near UAlbany, the College of Saint Rose, Albany Law School, and Albany Medical College, with restaurants, coffee shops, and local nightlife just steps away. On-site laundry makes everyday life easy. This property is locally owned and professionally managed, ensuring a smooth rental experience. Utilities are not included, so tenants are responsible for their own bills. Available for the upcoming school year. Don’t miss your chance to secure this spacious and well-located student apartment—contact us today to schedule a showing!

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Amenities for 273 Western Avenue

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Cats OKDogs OK
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One-time.

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Security Deposit

One-time. Refundable.

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Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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HomeApartments in AlbanyPine Hills 273 Western Avenue

Looking for a student-friendly apartment in Pine Hills? This 3-bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment is perfect for roommates who want a comfortable home close to campus. Very spacious, providing plenty of room for hanging out, studying, or entertaining friends. The apartment is conveniently located near UAlbany, the College of Saint Rose, Albany Law School, and Albany Medical College, with restaurants, coffee shops, and local nightlife just steps away. On-site laundry makes everyday life easy. This property is locally owned and professionally managed, ensuring a smooth rental experience. Utilities are not included, so tenants are responsible for their own bills. Available for the upcoming school year. Don’t miss your chance to secure this spacious and well-located student apartment—contact us today 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.
8.1
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.1 out of 10 overall, 273 Western Avenue is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 273 Western Avenue 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 273 Western Avenue
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.
273 Western Avenue 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·8A 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.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 273 Western Avenue is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
273 Western Avenue 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 273 Western Avenue 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.

273 Western Avenue is great for:

Eco living

  • You can get around by foot in this area
  • Public transit available nearby
  • 15 parks within a mile

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 222 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • A bustling neighborhood
  • 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 273 Western Avenue compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
More space
The 3-bedroom is 1100 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 0.4 mile away

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Rent trends in Pine Hills

3-bedroom apartments at 273 Western Avenue cost about 15% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Pine Hills.

Median rents as of May 9 2026.
Pine Hills
Albany
A table of studio rental data trends in Albany
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,150
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 Pine Hills
MonthMedian Rent
May 2024$1,050
July 2024$1,075
August 2024$1,075
October 2024$1,150
December 2024$895

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Bedrooms

3 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$76,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $76,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,900.
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Schools near 273 Western Avenue

Philip J. Schuyler Achievement Academy

676 clinton ave

albany, NY, 12206

PK, K-5Public
C

Sheridan Preparatory Academy

400 sheridan ave

albany, NY, 12206

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

Delaware Community School

43 bertha st

albany, NY, 12209

PK, K-5Public
C
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Neighborhood

Pine Hills | Albany, NY

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

Getting around Albany near 273 Western Ave

Walking

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

Driving

6/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.

Cycling

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

Transit

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

Points of interest for 273 Western Ave, Albany

Groceries

9/10
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

8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk

High schools

9/10
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 a few minutes’ walk

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