Albany, NY rental market
Last updated August 27, 2025
Rental market summary
The average rent for all bedrooms and all property types in Albany, NY is $1,580.
$1,580
-$20
+$80
495
Source: Zillow Rentals data
Rental price range
The price range for all bedrooms and all property types is $140 to $4,800.
| Rent price | Number of rental properties |
|---|---|
| $0 | 6 |
| $500 | 9 |
| $600 | 6 |
| $700 | 2 |
| $800 | 6 |
| $900 | 18 |
| $1,000 | 24 |
| $1,100 | 44 |
| $1,200 | 54 |
| $1,300 | 42 |
| $1,400 | 70 |
| $1,500 | 67 |
| $1,600 | 63 |
| $1,700 | 36 |
| $1,800 | 42 |
| $1,900 | 44 |
| $2,000 | 37 |
| $2,100 | 26 |
| $2,200 | 16 |
| $2,300 | 10 |
| $2,400 | 17 |
| $2,500 | 11 |
| $2,600 | 6 |
| $2,700 | 11 |
| $2,800 | 8 |
| $2,900 | 5 |
| $3,000 | 8 |
| $3,400 | 1 |
| $3,500 | 1 |
| $3,600 | 1 |
| $3,900 | 1 |
| $4,100 | 1 |
| $4,200 | 1 |
| $4,300 | 1 |
| $4,400 | 1 |
| $4,700 | 2 |
| $4,800+ | 2 |
Average rent price over time
In the last year, rent has increased by $80 compared to the previous year.
| Last year (2024) | This year (2025) | |
|---|---|---|
| Jan | $1,495 | $1,600 |
| Feb | $1,485 | $1,600 |
| Mar | $1,500 | $1,626 |
| Apr | $1,500 | $1,600 |
| May | $1,526 | $1,575 |
| Jun | $1,483 | $1,550 |
| Jul | $1,500 | $1,600 |
| Aug | $1,500 | $1,627 |
| Sep | $1,500 | No data |
| Oct | $1,500 | No data |
| Nov | $1,502 | No data |
| Dec | $1,575 | No data |
Market temperature
The Albany, NY rental market temperature is WARM. Market temperature is based on changes in renter demand compared to the national average. For example, a hot market has increasing demand.
Temperature is based on all bedrooms and all property types.
Compare average rent in markets
Rent in Albany, NY is 25% lower than the national average.
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Frequently asked questions
1. What is the average rent in Albany, NY?
The average rent in Albany, NY is $1,580.
2. How much does it cost to rent a house in Albany, NY?
Houses in Albany, NY rent between $140 - $4,800 with an average rent of $1,580.
3. How has the rent in Albany, NY changed in the last year?
In the last year, the rent in Albany, NY increased by $80
4. How much has the rent in Albany, NY increased/decreased in the last month?
In the last month, the rent in Albany, NY decreased by $20
5. How many available rentals are there in Albany, NY?
There are currently 495 rentals available in Albany, NY.
6. How do rent prices in Albany, NY compare with the national average?
The average rent in Albany, NY is $1,580 — 24.76% lower the national average of $2,100.