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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Cable ready
  • Front load washer and dryer
  • Custom vinyl plank floors
  • Modern, luxury apartment
  • Oven/ range
  • Pet friendly

Location

121 N Lake Ave, Albany, NY 12206, USA|West Hill
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Management

Albany Management Group

Leasing office

(518) 463-1915

Property Overview

121 N. Lake is a modern luxury apartment that offers a competitive price-to-value ratio, with standout amenities and prime location. Rated highly for its rental value, the property features cable readiness, custom floors, and in-unit laundry, while being pet-friendly. The vicinity provides excellent social opportunities, sustainable living, and accessibility to parks, dining, and public transit, enhancing the overall living experience.

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

8.5
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 121 N. Lake is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 121 N. Lake 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

  • Elementary school nearby
  • Dishwasher
  • Pet friendly

Great for

  • Eco living
  • Pet owners
  • Social life

Floor plans

2BR/2.0BA2 bed2 bath1,000 sqft$1,300 /mo1 unit availableBRAND NEW! Renovated Low Income Apartments Applications being accepted now! Please email **** for an application! Enjoy this modern, luxury apartment, conveniently located in Arbor Hill area of Albany and the commercial offerings of Henry Johnson Blvd and Central Ave, this unit features a custom vinyl plank floors, front load Washer and Dryer in Unit, and built in air-conditioning! Water, sewer and trash are included in the rent, tenants pay utilities (gas/electric) Cable ready, Microwave, 2 Full Bathrooms, Oven/ range, Heat - gas, Pet Friendly

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Amenities for 121 N. Lake

Appliances

DishwasherIn-Unit Laundry
MicrowaveOven
RangeRefrigerator
Stove/OvenWasher and Dryer

Building

Cats OKDogs OK
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

Dog Policy

Allowed
Limit1

Cat Policy

Allowed
Limit1

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Building details

Property details

Units2
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About 121 N. Lake

HomeApartments in AlbanyWest Hill 121 N. Lake

BRAND NEW! Renovated Low Income Apartments Applications being accepted now! Please email **** for an application! Enjoy this modern, luxury apartment, conveniently located in Arbor Hill area of Albany and the commercial offerings of Henry Johnson Blvd and Central Ave, this unit features a custom vinyl plank floors, front load Washer and Dryer in Unit, and built in air-conditioning! Water, sewer and trash are included in the rent, tenants pay utilities (gas/electric) Cable ready, Microwave, 2 Full Bathrooms, Oven/ range, Heat - gas, Pet Friendly


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.
8.5
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 121 N. Lake is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 121 N. Lake 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 121 N. Lake
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.
121 N. Lake 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.
121 N. Lake goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including pets allowed. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 121 N. Lake 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.
121 N. Lake 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 121 N. Lake does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
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.
121 N. Lake 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.

121 N. Lake is great for:

Eco living

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

Pet owners

  • 1 dog park within 1 mile
  • 3 pet supply stores near the property
  • 1 pet grooming service nearby
  • 1 pet hospital in the area

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 241 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • The area has transit options
  • 218 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 121 N. Lake compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.0 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Pet friendly
This property allows pets

Considerations

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Rent trends in West Hill

2-bedroom apartments at 121 N. Lake cost about the same as the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in West Hill.

Median rents as of Nov 22 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$1,303
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$1,097

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$52,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $52,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,300.
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Schools near 121 N. Lake

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 121 N Lake Ave

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 121 N Lake Ave, 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
Few or no 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

7/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

4/10
Some bars within walking distance

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