Albany Real Estate & Houses for Sale

Albany has a character that appeals to a fairly diverse group of people. Even though the ambience is not the most lively in this part of the city with the bars in nearby neighbourhoods, it is very easy to find a place to grab a drink as they are generally located very close by. Albany is quiet overall, as the streets tend to be tranquil. Green spaces, like Herb Link Park, are especially well-spread out and there are about 10 of them nearby for residents to check out, making it easy to access them.

Transportation

Albany is amenable to bicycling as there are a large number of bike lanes, and it is an even ride to most destinations. This area is also moderately suitable for those who like to travel on foot; running common errands is easy without needing to resort to a vehicle. The car is usually the preferred way to move around in Albany. Most homes for sale are a short drive from the nearest highway, and finding a place to park is easy. In contrast, the transit system in Albany is not very practical. Nevertheless, property owners benefit from approximately 10 bus lines, and most houses are very close to a bus stop.

Housing

About two thirds of the dwellings in the neighbourhood are occupied by homeowners whereas the remainder are rented. In this area, roughly 60% of buildings are small apartment buildings, but single detached homes are also present in the housing stock. This part of the city experienced its biggest construction boom after the year 2000, so most of the available homes are from this era. This part of Edmonton is primarily composed of three bedroom and two bedroom homes.

Services

It is a very short distance to access daycares from most homes for sale in this part of the city. In contrast, Albany does not have any primary schools or high schools. In terms of eating, a grocery store is typically accessible within a very short trip from anywhere in this part of the city. Additionally, a restaurant is typically just around the corner, and residents can enjoy a few cafes as well. It is also convenient to access a number of clothing stores without a vehicle.