Albany
A one-square-mile town on the edge of the Bay with a genuine small-town feel, top-rated schools, and one of the East Bay's most-loved waterfront parks.
A one-square-mile town on the edge of the Bay with a genuine small-town feel, top-rated schools, and one of the East Bay's most-loved waterfront parks.
Welcome to Albany
Albany sits on the eastern shore of San Francisco Bay, bordering Berkeley to the south and east, and packs an outsized amount of character into just one square mile. Tree-lined streets of 1920s–1950s bungalows and Craftsman homes give it a neighborhood feel that's genuinely rare this close to a major metro — and its schools and waterfront access make it one of the most competitive small markets in the East Bay. Get in touch with The DiMaggio Betta Group.
Discover the Community
Solano Avenue
Solano Avenue is one of Albany's two main commercial streets, a walkable stretch of small shops, eateries, and everyday services that locals actually use, not just visit. Every September, the avenue hosts the Solano Stroll — one of the largest street festivals in the Bay Area — drawing tens of thousands of visitors for a day of live music, food, and local vendors.
Schools
The Albany Unified School District consistently ranks among the top public school districts in California. Albany High School stands out in particular for its International Baccalaureate program, strong AP offerings, and college placement record — a major reason families specifically target this small city when house-hunting in the East Bay.
The Albany Bulb & Waterfront
The Albany Bulb, once a landfill jutting into the Bay, has been reclaimed as a beloved public park and off-leash dog area, with sweeping views of the Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge, and the Marin Headlands. It's the kind of amenity that makes Albany feel far larger than its footprint.
Real Estate
Albany's housing market moves fast — most homes see multiple offers within the first week on market, and well-priced listings routinely close 20% or more above asking. Buyers should expect to move quickly and come prepared.
19,768 people live in Albany, where the median age is 37.8 and the average individual income is $72,518. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Albany, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including Jay Vee Liquors, Organic Meals To Go, and Albany Elementary School Park.
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| Dining · $$ | 1.7 miles | 6 reviews | 1.7/5 stars | |
| Dining · $$ | 1.86 miles | 46 reviews | 4/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.44 miles | 1 review | 2/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.79 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.65 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.72 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
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Albany has 7,673 households, with an average household size of 2.5. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Albany do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 19,768 people call Albany home. The population density is 11,044 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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ADDRESS
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