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Highlights
- Spacious 2-bedroom
- Washer and dryer in building
- Heat and hot water included
Location
176 Chestnut St, Albany, NY 12210, USA|Center Square
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Property Overview
176 Chestnut Street offers a spacious 2-bedroom layout with washer and dryer in the building, and heat and hot water included. It earns a strong overall Zumper Expert Rating of 8.5, with especially high marks for price, amenities, and location, while the property is also noted as great for social life and fitness and wellness thanks to nearby parks, restaurants, cultural spots, grocery stores, and health centers.
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.
Things you’ll love
Dishwasher- Laundry available on site
Great for
Wellness
Social life
Floor plans
| 1BR/1.0BA | 1 bed | 1 bath | $1,200 /mo | 1 unit available | Located right in the middle of Albany's Center Square neighborhood, this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom basement unit offers a quick walk to the shops and amenities on Lark Street, multiple bus stops, Albany Medical Center, Washington Park, and the Empire State Plaza. This unit balances comfort with convenience, being situated in the heart of it all. This unit includes heat and hot water in the rent, helping you save on utilities. The kitchen features a dishwasher for added convenience, and there’s a washer and dryer available in the building. |
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About 176 Chestnut Street
Located right in the middle of Albany's Center Square neighborhood, this 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom basement unit offers a quick walk to the shops and amenities on Lark Street, multiple bus stops, Albany Medical Center, Washington Park, and the Empire State Plaza. This unit balances comfort with convenience, being situated in the heart of it all. This unit includes heat and hot water in the rent, helping you save on utilities. The kitchen features a dishwasher for added convenience, and there’s a washer and dryer available in the building.
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 GoodWith a solid 8.5 out of 10 overall, 176 Chestnut Street is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 176 Chestnut 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.
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.
176 Chestnut 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·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.
176 Chestnut Street goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including building or unit level amenities. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, 176 Chestnut Street 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.
176 Chestnut 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·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 176 Chestnut Street 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.
176 Chestnut 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.
176 Chestnut Street is great for:
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 176 Chestnut Street compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- Dishwasher
- Dishwasher available in kitchen
- Laundry available on site
- Washers and dryers are available in-building or in-unit
Considerations
- Lacks images
- Fewer than 10 photos available for this location
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Rent trends in Center Square
1-bedroom apartments at 176 Chestnut Street cost about 11% less than the average rent price for 1-bedroom apartments in Center Square.
Median rents as of Sep 19 2026.
Center Square
Albany
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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 | $1,275 |
| September 2026 | $1,250 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| 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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Can I afford to live at 176 Chestnut St?
Bedrooms
1 bedroomRent-to-income ratio
30%
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$48,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $48,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,200.
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Schools near 176 Chestnut 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
Philip J. Schuyler Achievement Academy
676 clinton ave
albany, NY, 12206
PK, K-5Public
C
Giffen Memorial Elementary School
274 s pearl st
albany, NY, 12202
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 176 Chestnut 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 176 Chestnut St, Albany
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 5-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
8/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
8/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk
Parks
8/10
Large amount of park space nearby
Nightlife
6/10
Some bars within a few minutes’ walk
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