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Highlights

  • Pet Friendly
  • Newly renovated
  • Heat & hot water included
  • Hardwood floors throughout
  • In-unit
  • One-bedroom/ one-bathroom

Location

290 State St, Albany, NY 12210, USA|Center Square
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Management

Lincoln House Realty

Leasing office

(844) 912-2287 ext. 2525

Property Overview

290 State Street is a newly renovated one-bedroom, one-bathroom residence with hardwood floors throughout and heat and hot water included, offering strong everyday value. It earns an 8.5 Zumper expert rating, with especially high marks for price and location, while also ranking well for value for money and value per square foot. It is a strong fit for social life, with many nearby cultural spots, mixed-use spaces, parks, and restaurants.

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, 290 State Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 290 State Street 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

  • Less expensive
  • More space

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

290 State Street - Garde...1 bed1 bath1,000 sqft$1,150 /moNewly renovated one-bedroom/ one-bathroom

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Amenities for 290 State Street

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

Applicants

Application Fee

Per-applicant. Agent application fee.

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REQUIRED FEES

Security Deposit

One-time.

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OPTIONAL FEES

Dog Policy

Allowed
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Cat Policy

Allowed
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Cat

Pet Terms

1 cat max.

Dog

Pet Terms

1 dog max.

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About 290 State Street

HomeApartments in AlbanyCenter Square 290 State Street

Beautiful 3rd floor flat overlooking State Street in Center Square. Hardwood floors throughout. Extra office space in-unit. Heat & hot water included. Tenant pays electric.


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, 290 State Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Trustworthiness, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 290 State Street 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 290 State Street
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.
290 State Street 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·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, 290 State Street 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.
290 State Street 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 290 State Street to provide reasonable accomodations and accurate details about its community.
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.
290 State Street 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.

290 State Street is great for:

Social life

  • 279 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 75 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile
  • 293 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • Area has 32 parks and recreation 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 290 State Street compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 1-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
More space
The 1-bedroom is 478 sqft larger than other listings nearby

Considerations

Greater distance from middle schools
The nearest middle school is farther than 1 mile away
Greater distance from grade schools
The nearest elementary school is farther than 1 mile away
Lacks images
Fewer than 10 photos available for this location

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Rent trends in Center Square

1-bedroom apartments at 290 State Street cost about 20% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Center Square.

Median rents as of Aug 8 2026.
Center Square
Albany
A table of studio rental data trends in Albany
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,025
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
June 2026$1,254
July 2026$1,278
August 2026$1,290
A table of studio rental data trends in Center Square
MonthMedian Rent
August 2024$1,022
September 2024$1,016
October 2024$1,008
November 2024$1,020
March 2025$1,106
May 2025$1,050
June 2025$1,088
July 2025$1,110
August 2025$1,173
September 2025$1,200
October 2025$1,277
November 2025$1,190
December 2025$1,100
January 2026$1,113
February 2026$1,157
March 2026$1,041
April 2026$1,225
May 2026$1,225

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Bedrooms

1 bedroom

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$46,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $46,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,150.
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Schools near 290 State Street

Sheridan Preparatory Academy

400 sheridan ave

albany, NY, 12206

PK, K-5Public
C

Arbor Hill Elementary School

1 arbor dr

albany, NY, 12207

PK, K-5Public
C

Giffen Memorial Elementary School

274 s pearl st

albany, NY, 12202

PK, K-5Public
C

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 290 State St

Walking

7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.

Driving

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

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

9/10
Getting around is a breeze; rapid transit and bus lines are a few blocks away.

Points of interest for 290 State St, Albany

Groceries

9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk

Shopping

3/10
Some 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 15-minute walk

High schools

8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk

Parks

8/10
Very large amount of park space within a few minutes' walk

Nightlife

8/10
Several bars within a few minutes’ walk

Explore the area around 290 State St

Lark Central Market
218 Lark St
Logan's Deli & Market
100 S Mall Arterial
Market 32 By Price Chopper
40 Delaware Ave
L B Groceries
62 Robin
Madison Mart Inc
145 Madison Ave

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