Alameda County, California
Albany Real Estate and Local Guide
A small, densely populated bayside city on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay, bordering Berkeley, and known for its highly rated public schools. Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Albany best.
About the area
Living in Albany, CA
Home of the Albany Bulb, a former landfill peninsula transformed into a public shoreline park and outdoor art site.
The housing market
Homes in Albany
- About 54% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 50% of housing is single-family homes, balanced with apartments and smaller multi-unit buildings.
- The median home value is about $1,188,600.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Albany home
Solano Avenue
Principal shopping street lined with independent shops, restaurants, and cafes, shared along part of its length with Berkeley
Albany Bulb
Former landfill on the waterfront now known for public art installations, foot paths, and bay views
Albany Hill Park
Open-space hill rising about 338 feet with eucalyptus-lined trails and panoramic bay views
Albany Waterfront Trail
Shoreline trail along the bay for walking, cycling, and wildlife viewing
Neighborhoods
Albany areas to know
Albany Hill
Residential neighborhood on the eastern edge around the open-space hill
Ocean View
Southern residential area carrying the city's historic settlement name
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.