Albany NY Apartments for Rent

Interested in living in Albany? The capital of New York is home to nine colleges and universities, a major indoor arena, four centuries of architecture and exciting festivals, all in the crossroads of New York City, Montreal, Buffalo and Boston. Let Apartment Guide help you find your new home out of hundreds of Albany apartments in the area.

Set on the Hudson River, Albany is a major port city that experiences four distinct seasons. Enjoy the beautiful days with apartments near Albany's 84-acre Washington Park, which was the State Street Burial Ground until 1840. Now, the park is alive with activity, with events such as the Annual Tulip Festival, and lush botanicals, with 100 species of trees on its grounds. Nearby Madison Avenue offers College of Saint Rose and University at Albany students the opportunity to let loose at the area's multiple bars, restaurants and live music venues.

If you're moving to Albany apartments from an area with lots of green space, you'll appreciate the Albany Pine Bush Preserve, an inland pine barrens ecosystem right in the city. Here, see a range of diverse animals and plants, as well as 20 rare species and two rare natural communities. The Albany Pine Bush Preserve trail system is a recreation enthusiast's dream, with opportunities for hiking, jogging, cross country skiing, snowshoeing and mountain biking.

For those who prefer to dance off the calories instead of hiking them away, find apartments near the Times Union Arena in Downtown Albany, home to Siena Saints NCAA basketball, Albany River Rats hockey, Albany Conquest arena football, ice shows and music performances. Just a short walk away, venture onto Lark Street, the funky arts and entertainment district of Albany. This culturally interesting area has charming restaurants, art galleries, special events, Lark Fest and trendy Albany apartments for rent.

Celebrate the arts outside Albany apartments with the city's multiple arts and entertainment venues. Listen to the Albany Symphony Orchestra, catch a show at the Palace Theatre or attend the latest art exhibit opening at the Albany Institute of History and Art.

Whether you are searching for Albany apartments in the city to be close to the action or you need to find a quiet home to escape from work, use ApartmentGuide.com to help you find perfect Albany apartments for rent.