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Albany, CA

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Soak up small-town ambiance near a metropolis

Charming Coastal Bayfront Vibrant Close-Knit Convenient Active Scenic

Situated on the eastern shoreline of the San Francisco Bay, next to the Golden Gate Bridge, Albany is ranked among the best places to live in California. Centrally located in a major metropolitan area, Albany manages to maintain a sense of small-town ambiance, which is accentuated by its charming commercial corridor along Solano Avenue with quaint local shops and some of the Bay area’s best eateries.

Albany hosts the annual Solano Stroll, an open-air parade and fair, drawing hundreds of thousands to the city every year. Recreational opportunities abound in Albany, with access to East Shore State Park, the San Francisco Bay Trail, and Golden Gate Fields Racetrack. Neighboring communities like Berkeley, El Cerrito, Kensington, and Richmond offer plenty of amenities and recreational opportunities as well. Convenience to public transportation and major freeways makes getting around from Albany simple.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Albany, CA is $1,825 for a studio, $1,597 for one bedroom, $2,240 for two bedrooms, and $2,673 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Albany has increased by 0.6% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,597/month
411 Sq Ft
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Transportation

92

Walker's Paradise

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Lace up your walking shoes because this area is considered a walker’s paradise.

57

Good Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

The area around this property has good transit with many nearby transportation options.

95

Biker's Paradise

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

Do you prefer to get around on two wheels? You’ll love living in this neighborhood, which is considered a biker’s paradise.

Schools

Cornell Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

569 Students

8
out of 10

Marin Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

325 Students

8
out of 10

Ocean View Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

675 Students

6
out of 10

Albany Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

781 Students

8
out of 10

Albany High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,151 Students

10
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Eddy Arboretum
  • Cedar-Rose Park
  • Point Isabel Regional Shoreline
  • McLaughlin Eastshore State Park
  • Cesar Chavez Park

Airports

  • Metro Oakland International
  • San Francisco International

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