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Albany Historic District is undergoing revitalization
Walking distance to independent eateries, entertainment hot spots and the Flint River, Albany Historic District is an up-and-coming urban neighborhood teeming with century-old residences and buildings. City programs providing financial incentives to downtown property owners have restored many homes and businesses during the last few years. “We are going through a revitalization process in downtown Albany,” says Nyame Fields, a Realtor with Select Realty Professional Partners, and a longtime Albany resident. “It’s still going to be five years before it all gets done. They are really trying to bring it back to its former glory.”
Historic buildings and churches are found throughout the Albany Historic District.
Young people are relocating to Albany because of the small town feel.
The Grille House is a local favorite option for casual dining in Albany Historic District.
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Vintage properties getting a new life in Albany Historic District
Albany Historic District features homes in various styles, ranging from Craftsman to Tudor-inspired designs. Mature oak trees provide shade along the neighborhood’s sidewalk-lined streets. The property lots are typically compact and surrounded by shrubbery. “You’ll see some beautiful old homes with wraparound porches. There are a lot of old Victorians that could use some TLC,” says Marisha Wooten, a broker with Prestige Realty of Southwest Georgia, who’s been selling homes in the area since 2017. “I would say 20 to 25% have been renovated. A lot of these homes are being purchased and converted into commercial businesses. It’s going to look really different in a few years.” Smaller fixer-uppers can be found between $50,000 and $100,000, while move-in-ready homes go for $250,000 to $300,000. Albany Historic District has a CAP Index Crime Score of 7 out of 10, higher than the national average of 4.
Large, historic tudor style homes found on tree lined streets make Albany a beautiful city.
Rows of colonial style homes stand proudly along the streets of the Albany Historic District.
Tree canopy walking paths provide great opportunities for a stroll along the Flint River.
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Outdoor fun at Riverfront Park
Riverfront Park, on North Front Street, has a turtle-themed playground, splash pad and paved walking trails that run beside the Flint River. The trails lead to Ray Charles Plaza, which has a life-sized statue of Albany native Ray Charles playing the piano. “We are south of the Flint River, so we are prone to flooding. We had a bad flood in 1994, but we haven’t had any catastrophic flooding since then,” Wooten says. “As a general rule, it's always good to carry flood insurance, especially the closer you are to the Flint.”
From rhinos to cheetahs, Chehaw Park & Zoo is home to hundreds of animals. The 800-acre park, 5 miles north, also features a disc golf course, BMX bike trails and a lake stocked with catfish.
The Riverfront Park offers outdoor fun for people and pets in the Albany Historic District.
The playground at Turtle Grove Park offers year round outdoor fun at Albany Historic District.
The Ray Charles Park offers a continuous musical tribute to the local legend.
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Jimmie's Hotdogs is a longtime favorite
Popular restaurants downtown range from casual mainstays like Jimmie’s Hot Dogs, which opened on South Jackson Street in 1947, to upscale eateries like The Flint on North Jefferson Street. “The Cookie Shoppe is one of my favorites downtown,” Fields says. “It’s a breakfast and lunch spot that’s been there for years. I love their baklava.” For grocery shopping, there’s a Piggly Wiggly on Gordon Avenue just south of the neighborhood. Albany Mall, with anchor stores Belk and Dillard’s, is 5 miles northwest.
Jimmie's Hot Dogs is a local favorite for a good, old fashion lunch in Albany.
The Cornerstone Coffee Shop at Riverfront Park offers delicious hand-made coffee drinks.
The Albany Mall is the local favorite for shopping the old fashioned way.
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Live music at Fridays on the Flint
“Downtown is kind of our heartbeat,” Wooten says. “That’s where they do the Albany State University Homecoming parade and the Christmas parade.” Fridays on the Flint is a free music concert series with food trucks and artisan vendors. It’s held on the first Friday of every month from May through November at the Veterans Park Amphitheatre on West Oglethorpe Boulevard. Pretoria Fields, a craft brewery on Pine Street, regularly hosts karaoke nights and live music. “It’s always packed there,” Wooten says.
Fridays on the Flint is a local favorite event at the Veterans Park Amphitheater.
The Veterans Park Amphitheater hosts live music year round in the Albany Historic District.
Pretoria Fields Brewery offers a tap room known for locally crafted beers and private events.
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The area is zoned to schools in Dougherty County Schools district
Albany Historic District is served by the Dougherty County Schools district. Students who live in the neighborhood may attend Northside Elementary, Albany Middle and Dougherty Comprehensive High. The elementary and middle schools score C-minus Niche grades. The high school has a C rating and offers a variety of courses that prepare students for college or careers right out of school.
Dougherty Comprehensive High School is a four-year secondary school located in Albany.
Albany Middle School is a public school located in Albany, GA.
The student population of Northside Elementary School is 329 and the school serves grades PK-5.
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Home to Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
U.S. Route 19 is north of the neighborhood, allowing residents to easily get around the city. Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, a 691-bed facility and one of the city’s largest employers is located on Third Avenue. Southwest Georgia Regional Airport is 4 miles away via Newton Road.
US Hwy 19 is the major roadway in and out of Albany.
Public transportation is an efficient option for commuting in and out of Downtown Albany.
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Parks in this Area
Riverfront Park
Turtle Grove Park
Transit
Airport
Southwest Georgia Regional
11 min drive
Bus
Albany (Transportation Center)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Albany Historic District
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
7
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Albany Historic District, Albany sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Albany Historic District, Albany over the last 12 months is $13,666, down 70% from the average 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
2,718
Median Age
40
Population under 18
25.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$25,060
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$33,562
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
70%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
8.8%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.3%
% Population in Labor Force
47.8%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
48/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
49/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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