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Apartments for Rent in Albany, NY under $800

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    1 bd $800+
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    71 Chestnut Street

    4.0 (2)
    71 Chestnut Street, Albany, NY 12210
    Apply online • Pet friendly
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    Mansion Initiative

    109 Grand Street (Basement), Albany, NY 12202
    Pet friendly • Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony

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  • 2348 15Th St 1-8 Beds Apartment for Rent
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    Troy District

    2348 15Th St, Troy, NY 12180
    Pet friendly
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    Parkside View

    602 Craig Street, Schenectady, NY 12307
    Dishwasher • Patio/Balcony • Hardwood Floors
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    Hillside View

    5.0 (2)
    602 Craig Street, Schenectady, NY 12307
    Pet friendly • In unit laundry • Dishwasher
  • Studio $650
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    78 13 Th St, Unit 1

    78 13Th St, Troy, NY 12180
    Dishwasher
  • 2-5-city

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When were prices and availability in Albany, NY last updated?

Prices and availability in Albany, NY were last updated on 21 Sep 2026.

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What type of rental buildings are in Albany, NY?

In Albany 62% of the housing is rented out compared to 38% of homes are owned, according to the most recent Census Bureau estimates. 14% of Albany's apartments are found in large buildings of 50 units or more, 80% are located in smaller apartment complexes with less than 50 units, and 5% are single-family rentals.

Search for apartments in Albany, NY under $800

There’s more than one way to spend $800 on rent in Albany, NY, so the first step is to start thinking about what you really want from your new home. Be mindful of what makes you tick. Look for 2 bedroom apartments for rent for less than $800 if you want to share your living space and don’t mind being further away from the city center. Search for 3 bedroom apartments if you’re moving in with family or planning to share part of your life and living expenses with more friends. If city bustle is what you live for, you might want to search for a studio or 1 bedroom apartment closer to the city center.

The perfect $800 rental near you

Don’t dismiss the idea of a studio just because it sounds small and featureless: studios come in many shapes and sizes, and it only takes a few strikes of creativity to go from drab to lively. If an all-in-one-room apartment spells total lack of privacy for you, have a look at the 1 bedroom apartments for rent in Albany, NY. Customize your search by using more RentCafe filters. Decide what amenities you can’t live without and focus your search on the apartments that offer them. Are you bringing in a pet? Narrow your options to pet-friendly apartments for rent. Want more windows so that natural light floods your home? Hardwood floors or plush carpet in the living area? There are 7 apartments for rent below $800 in Albany, NY for every taste. Decide what you need, stay focused, and you’re bound to find your perfect apartment in no time.