
253 Western Ave, Albany, NY 12203
What This Condo Offers
The Pine Hills Duplex | Two-Level Living Near Washington Park
The Vibe
Forget the "cookie-cutter" apartment. This rare two-story residence at 253A Western Ave... offers a sophisticated urban retreat with the footprint of a townhome. With a distinct separation between your social living space and your private sleeping quarters, it's the ultimate setup for the "work-from-home" professional or the student who demands a quiet study sanctuary.
**The Modern Professional Townhome | 253A Western Ave**
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**Bi-Level Living with Architectural Soul & Professional Management**
Step into a residence that blends the charm of original hardwood-style flooring and soaring ceilings with the privacy of a bi-level layout. This "townhome-style" apartment offers a distinct separation between your social spaces and sleeping quarters, ensuring your living room remains a pristine, gallery-like backdrop for hosting.
**Interior Living & Stewardship**
This home is designed for those who take pride in their space. While the landlord maintains the building's structural integrity and habitability, the day-to-day ambiance is yours to curate.
**Chef's Kitchen:** Equipped with a stove and refrigerator/freezer for your culinary needs. To keep this space functioning perfectly, residents must strictly avoid putting grease, wipes, or feminine products down the drains to protect the plumbing.
**Pristine Standards:** To maintain the professional atmosphere, the lease requires residents to keep the apartment, entrance areas, and laundry room clean and free of debris.
**Maintenance:** You are in control of your immediate environment, including handling interior light bulb replacements and minor repairs resulting from daily use.
**Smoke-Free:** This is a strictly non-smoking residence.
**Exterior & Community Responsibilities**
Living here offers a blend of community support and convenience.
* **Winter Care:** Enjoy a hassle-free winter with snow removal provided by the landlord, keeping walkways and parking areas clear for you.
**Waste Management:** The landlord provides garbage pickup service. Tenants play their part by placing trash at the curb specifically on Tuesday nights after 4:00 PM and keeping the backyard free of litter.
**The Essentials**
**Rent:** $1,400/month.
**Security Deposit:** $1,400 (due at signing; separate from rent).
**Utilities:** Tenant pays for Electric, Gas, and Internet directly.
**Water/Sewer:** A flat annual contribution of $150 per person.
**Pet Policy:** A quiet, pet-free environment is the standard (exceptions require written consent and additional security).
Unit
- $1,400 / month
- 4 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 900 sq. ft.
- Available Now
253 Western Ave is located in Albany, New York in the 12203 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
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Albany, NY 12203
Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Very Walkable88 / 100
Transit Score ®
Good Transit61 / 100
Bike Score ®
Bikeable68 / 100
Soundscore ™
Busy67 / 100
Travel and Transit

Local Education
Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
The College of Saint Rose
Walk: 5 min (0.3 mi)
SUNY Albany, Downtown Campus
Walk: 7 min (0.4 mi)
Albany Medical College
Drive: 3 min (1.1 mi)
Albany Law School
Drive: 4 min (1.4 mi)
Discover Pine Hills, Albany, NY
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 253 Western Ave proximity to Delaware Plaza and Westgate Shopping Center. Delaware Plaza is 1.1 miles away, and Westgate Shopping Center is within a 36 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 61, 253 Western Ave has good transit, including 5 transit stops within 37.2 miles. Transit options include Albany-Rensselaer Amtrak Station and Schenectady.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 253 Western Ave are plentiful. Discover 3 parks within 4.3 miles, including Hudson River Valley National Heritage Area, New York State Museum, and Audubon Center at Knox Farm State Park.
Airports
Living in Pine Hills provides easy access to Albany International, located just 19 minutes from 253 Western Ave.
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