Bedroom count
Property type
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Average rent in
Albany, NY
Average rent in
Last updated on November 1, 2026
Bedroom count
Property type
Key takeaways for renters
Where Albany, NY rent stands today
Albany, NY rent rose 3.4% year over year, with a current median of $1,600/month. Renters today are paying $52 more per month on average than last year, while month-to-month rent is essentially flat.
Compared to national trends
Albany, NY sits 15.8% more affordable than the $1,900/month national median, offering a moderately priced market with 344 total rentals available.
Price ranges
Studios in Albany run around $1,300/month, 1-bedrooms around $1,350/month, 2-bedrooms around $1,595/month, 3-bedrooms around $1,795/month, and 4+ bedrooms around $2,200/month. Apartments make up 80.8% of rentals, with houses at $2,150/month representing a higher price tier.
Neighborhood spotlight
Normanskill rents rose 35.5% year over year to $2,100/month, Upper Washington Avenue increased 30.0% to $1,950/month, and Dunes climbed 26.2% to $1,925/month. These gains contrast with the citywide rise of 3.4%, showing strong local growth in these neighborhoods.
Median rent
Median rent in Albany
$1,600/mo
3%vs previous year
The average rent in Albany is $1,600 per month as of October 2026. This is 16% below the national average rent, or $300 less per month.
average price per square foot
Total rentals
Available rentals in Albany
344
for rent on Zumper.com as of October 2026
Rent price distribution
Share of Albany rentals at each price point
Rent trends in Albany, NY
Average rent prices in Albany have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
Rent trends
Rent prices on this page are calculated on a rolling 30-day basis and updated daily.
Compare rent prices in
Albany, NY
Rent prices in Albany vary by bedroom size, rental type, and neighborhood. The average rent for an apartment in Albany is $1,575, whereas a house costs $2,150. 1-bedroom apartments in Albany run $1,365 on average, while 2-bedroom apartments are $1,561.
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Studio | $1,300 | No Change | 18% | |
1 bedroom | $1,350 | No Change | 6% | |
2 bedroom | $1,595 | No Change | 6% | |
3 bedroom | $1,795 | No Change | 6% | |
4 bedroom | $2,200 | No Change | 5% |
Listings | ||
|---|---|---|
Capitol Hill | $1,600 | |
Center Square | $1,500 | |
Central Avenue | $1,500 | |
Delaware Avenue | $1,800 | |
Downtown Albany | $1,625 | |
Mansion Area | $1,500 | |
New Scotland | $1,495 | |
Park South | $1,575 | |
Pine Hills | $1,712 | |
West Hill | $1,300 |
Listings | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
Apartments | $1,575 | No Change | 5% | |
Condos | $1,800 | 3% | 16% | |
Houses | $2,150 | No Change | 10% | |
Rooms | $1,200 | No Change | - |
Studio
Average rent
$1,300
Last year
18%
1 bedroom
Average rent
$1,350
Last year
6%
2 bedroom
Average rent
$1,595
Last year
6%
3 bedroom
Average rent
$1,795
Last year
6%
4 bedroom
Average rent
$2,200
Last year
5%
Pine Hills
Average rent
$1,712
Center Square
Average rent
$1,500
Delaware Avenue
Average rent
$1,800
Park South
Average rent
$1,575
Central Avenue
Average rent
$1,500
Downtown Albany
Average rent
$1,625
West Hill
Average rent
$1,300
Capitol Hill
Average rent
$1,600
New Scotland
Average rent
$1,495
Mansion Area
Average rent
$1,500
Apartments
Average rent
$1,575
Last year
5%
Condos
Average rent
$1,800
Last 30 days
3%
Last year
16%
Houses
Average rent
$2,150
Last year
10%
Rooms
Average rent
$1,200
The table above reflects average rent prices in Albany, NY, broken down by the number of bedrooms, neighborhoods, and property types. The availability of data for each category is dependent on market inventory and will adjust depending on your selected filters.
How does rent in Albany, NY compare to other cities?
Compare median rent prices in Albany and Clifton Park by all bedroom counts and property types.
Albany
16%lower than the national median
13%lower than the national median
Takeaway
The median rent for all rentals in Albany, NY is 3% lower than the median rent in Clifton Park, NY.
Average rent in nearby cities
Explore rent trends in neighboring markets
$1,650
7%$1,520
10%$2,212
11%$2,000
20%$2,186
17%$1,900
13%$1,652
9%$1,795
3%$1,567
1%$1,397
7%$1,495
7%$1,447
3%Cost of living in Albany, NY
Explore the cost of essential expenses, and then use our rent calculator to find out how much rent you can afford.
Expenses accrued by most renters | Average cost compared to national average |
|---|---|
| Goods & Services | 11% higher |
| Groceries | No difference |
| Health | 4% higher |
| Housing | 21% higher |
| Transportation | 8% higher |
| Utilities | No difference |
Discover rentals in Albany, NY
5d+ ago
Pine Hills apartment for rent in Albany
205 Ontario St #5, Albany, NY 12203
1 bed
1 bath
$575
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
5d+ ago
Pine Hills apartment for rent in Albany
320 Quail St #1, Albany, NY 12208
5 beds
2 baths
$700
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
19h ago
192 Lark Street, Albany, NY 12210
2 beds
1 bath
$1,050
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
South End apartment for rent in Albany
2 beds
1 bath
$1,095
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 14
3d ago
House for rent in Albany
4 Albright Ave #NA, Albany, NY 12203
3 beds
2 baths
$3,190
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.House for rent
Available Oct 28
5h ago
90 State St, Albany, NY 12207
Studio–2 beds
1–2 baths
$1,600–$3,195
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
19h ago
Verified
33 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,540–$2,860
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Campus Area apartment for rent in Albany
3 beds
2 baths
$2,850
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
Verified
357 Hackett Blvd, Albany, NY 12208
2 beds
1 bath
$1,710–$1,760
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
115 Krumkill Rd, Albany, NY 12208
1 bed
1 bath
$1,420–$1,989
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
560 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12208
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
3d ago
47 S Lake Ave, Albany, NY 12203
1 bed
1 bath
$1,400
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
42 Harris Ave #2, Albany, NY 12208
2 beds
1 bath
$1,600
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Nov 1
4d ago
Verified
12 Brevator Street, Albany, NY 12203
Studio–1 bed
1 bath
$1,048–$1,288
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
Available Apr 17
2d ago
Verified
357 Hackett Blvd, Albany, NY 12208
2 beds
1 bath
$1,710–$1,760
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
115 Krumkill Rd, Albany, NY 12208
1 bed
1 bath
$1,420–$1,989
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
115 Krumkill Rd, Albany, NY 12208
1 bed
1 bath
$1,420–$1,989
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
2d ago
560 Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12208
2 beds
2 baths
$2,500
Fees may apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Complete fee information is not available from the property, so additional fees may increase the total monthly cost.Apartment for rent
5d+ ago
Verified
461 State St #1, Albany, NY 12203
1 bed
1 bath
$1,250
Additional fees apply. The price shown reflects base rent. Based on information provided by the property, additional fees may apply, but no required monthly charges have been confirmed. See all fees for details.Apartment for rent
Available Oct 1
19h ago
Verified
33 New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208
1–2 beds
1–2 baths
$2,540–$2,860
Total Monthly Price. The price shown includes base rent and all known required monthly fees, based on information provided by the property.Apartment for rent
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Frequently asked questions for Albany, NY
Quick answers to common questions about the Albany rental market.
How much is rent in Albany?
The average rent in Albany is $1,600 per month as of October 31, 2026.
Is rent up or down in Albany?
Average rent prices in Albany have remained the same over the last month and have increased by 3% since last year.
How does Albany rent compare to the national average?
Rent in Albany is 16% below the national average, which means renters are paying approximately $300 less per month.
Which neighborhoods are most affordable in Albany?
The most affordable neighborhoods in Albany are West Hill ($1,300/mo), New Scotland ($1,495/mo), and Center Square ($1,500/mo).
What salary do I need to afford rent in Albany?
To comfortably afford rent in Albany, you'd need to earn approximately $64,000/year, based on spending no more than 30% of your income on rent.
When is the best time of year to rent in Albany?
April offers the lowest rents in Albany, with approximately 4.5% savings compared to January's peak prices. December also represents a less competitive period with lower demand relative to supply.
Methodology
Rent prices are based on Zumper's rental listings from the past 30 days. Median rent is calculated across all available listings and property types on the platform. If you filter the page by bedroom count or property type, the pricing throughout the page will update automatically to reflect that segment of the rental market.
Household and population data come from the U.S. Census Bureau. Cost-of-living data is sourced from the Council for Community and Economic Research's Cost of Living Index (COLI).