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A growing Albany community
For a well-priced way to own a piece of Albany and shape a growing community, prospective buyers need look no further than North Albany-Shaker Park. Originally constructed in the 1600s, this neighborhood has seen significant development in its lifetime. Many previously industrial buildings have recently been converted into luxury lofts and apartments, laying the foundations for a revitalized residential district. “It’s becoming a very desirable area,” says Christopher Wright, associate broker with Oxford Property Group who’s been in the area for 24 years. “It’s in a good school district, it’s very walkable and it’s right by downtown.” While the neighborhood is still budding, North Albany-Shaker Park is quickly making a name for itself.
Broadway stretching out to downtown Albany and the Hudson River by your side.
Views of Albany in the distance and the industrial section of North Albany.
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Home on the Hudson
Industrial properties take up most of the eastern part of this mixed-use neighborhood, while single-family homes populate the west side. While many row houses were built prior to 1925, there are pockets of newer townhouses with driveways and multi-car garages. The historic properties come with pros and cons. Spaciousness is an advantage of being built when homes were expected to house large families. Prospective homebuyers will find six-bedroom, 2,000-square-foot homes listed for around $200,000. However, many of these homes require repairs to be move-in ready. Newer three-bedroom townhouses built in 2018 require far less work but are not as readily available and prices begin around $375,000. Lots are usually less than 5,000 square feet and sometimes feature small lawns or double porches that add to outdoor living space.
A view of mixed homes from Colonial to Cape Cod climbing up a hill in North Albany.
A clean lawn and a well kept Colonial in North Albany.
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Eating in North Albany
Residents can shop for groceries and household necessities at the Family Dollar on Broadway or can make the 3.5-mile drive to Honest Weight Food Co-op, a community-owned grocery store specializing in fresh, locally sourced produce. Although downtown Albany is just under 2 miles away, locals do not need to leave the neighborhood for a night out. Good Religion, the first Caribbean soul food buffet in Albany, is located directly in the neighborhood. Il Faro is another Shaker Park staple, a family-owned Italian restaurant known as a spot for celebrations.
City Line Cafe & Deli is a sweet shop on the corner on N.1St in the heart of North Albany.
A warm pot pie for the cold days at Druthers in North Albany-Shaker Park.
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Capital District entertainment
North Albany-Shaker Park is just 3 miles from Washington Park, where the annual Albany Tulip Festival is held every summer. The Tulip Festival features live music, a vendor fair and the chance for locals to view over 140,000 tulips in bloom. Downtown Albany is also an events hub of the community. “MVP Arena is pretty close,” Wright says. “And there are concerts and comedy shows at The Egg all the time.”
Huck Finn's Playland is a seasonal amusement park for families to enjoy.
Corning Preserve is a lovely park stretching along the Hudson River.
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Schooling in Shaker Park
North Albany-Shaker Park is one of the few neighborhoods in Albany where elementary students and their families can choose which school to attend. Arbor Hill Elementary, which earns a C from Niche, is the nearest, located in neighboring Arbor Hill. North Albany Academy Middle School, also a C, is located directly in Shaker Park and serves as the neighborhood’s community center. All city schools eventually feed into Albany High School, which scores a B and is rated the No. 7 magnet school in all of New York. Albany High offers four specialized academies, so students can pursue multiple educational paths.
North Albany Middle School shows kids the basics of gardening in the Shaker area.
Albany High School is a great place to go in Albany NY for grades 9-12.
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Hacket Park and Sacred Heart
Neighbors in North Albany-Shaker Park head to Hackett Park to spend time outside. This pocket of green space provides residents with basketball courts, playgrounds and open fields to enjoy without having to leave the community boundaries. For a more meditative nature experience, Sacred Heart Park sits across the street from Sacred Heart Catholic Church, a historic house of worship that has stood in Albany since 1880.
If you want a long stroll along the Hudson and enjoy the breeze Corning Preserve is a safe bet.
Kids enjoying some basketball fun after school at Hackett Park.
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Getting around the Capital District
Capital District Transit Authority buses are a frequent sight throughout North Albany-Shaker Park. “Bus lines run up and down Pearl Street,” Wright says. “Not that anybody really uses it. We’re a car community – always have been.” Residents have easy access to Interstate 90, connecting them with Albany International Airport 7 miles west, and to Interstate 787, which provides access to Troy just 7 miles north.
You'll have no problem grabbing a bus in North Albany to get you around the capital region.
Broadway and Erie Blvd in North Albany, NY running thru the neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Corning City Preserve
Bike Trails
Boating
Trails
Department of General Services Dog Park
Hackett Park
Mullens Park
Arbor Hill Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Van Rensselaer Park
Trails
Playground
Shaker Park
Basketball
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Sacred Heart Park
Transit
Airport
Albany International
15 min drive
Bus
600 Northern Blvd (Memorial Hospital)
Bus
Broadway & Lawn Ave
Bus
Albany Shaker Rd & Pilgrim Dr
Bus
Albany Shaker Rd & St. Agnes Ln
Bus
North Albany Station - Broadway & Center St
Bus
Broadway & N. 3rd St
Bus
Broadway & 1st St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
North Albany-Shaker Park
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Albany-Shaker Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Albany-Shaker Park, Albany sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in North Albany-Shaker Park, Albany over the last 12 months is $387,500, up 31% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,939
Median Age
38
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,636
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,669
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.8%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33.4%
Advanced Degrees
16.8%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
42''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
34/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
42/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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