About the Neighborhood
Downtown Albany is the administrative and commercial heart of the state capital. Home to Empire State Plaza, the Capitol, and Times Union Center.
What It's Like to Live Here
Living downtown means proximity to the transit hub and government offices. Palace Theatre hosts national shows.
Average Rent
1-bedroom lofts: $1,200-$1,800. Studios from $1,000. 2-bedrooms up to $2,200 in new buildings.
Transit
Best transit in the region. Amtrak to NYC, Boston, and Montreal. Main CDTA bus hub.
Things to Consider
Quieter than expected evenings and weekends. Grocery shopping may require a trip to another neighborhood.