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Ragsdale, looking toward exiting change
Found just a mile from the heart of Albany, Ragsdale is one of the original suburban neighborhoods in the area, with development that started in the early 20th century. The neighborhood is noteworthy by the amount of greenery it possesses, with thick canopies of trees shading the homes and natural flora blooming in yards. Ragsdale is also part of the upcoming wave of revitalization that Albany has planned. "We have several colleges in our area, so as the colleges grow, so does the community. It trickles down to everything around it," says RaShaunda L. Muldrow, born and raised in Albany and the owner of The Real Estate Concierge. "When students graduate, they usually search for jobs in the area. Our downtown is expanding, and that means housing close to it is the first to be invested in and hopefully renovated."
Residents take advantage of the open green spaces in Ragsdale.
Ragsdale residents cheer on the ASU Golden Rams.
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Investment properties and modest homes near downtown Albany
Like many areas around downtown Albany, homes in Ragsdale are some of the city's oldest. They were mainly built between the early and mid-20th century, with ranch homes and simple, minimal traditional houses sitting beneath the leaves of oak trees. Many properties are being sold as investment opportunities as homebuyers restore houses either for themselves or to flip. There are small sections of Ragsdale where homes are newer, built at the end of the 20th century or the start of the 21st, but those are much rarer. There's slight architectural variation, so home prices don't fluctuate much, with properties typically selling between $50,000 and $150,000. "We went to keep prices low, even as they work on restoring areas of the city," Muldrow says. "Mixed-income neighborhood focus and affordable housing is important to us." Albany is vulnerable to heavy rainfall and sometimes flooding from the Flint River, so the county encourages homeowners to purchase additional flood insurance. Ragsdale has a CAP Index Score of 6, with the national average being 4, and violent crime predictions tend to trend higher. In 2018, the Mayor of Albany and other city leaders, using public feedback and crime statistics, formed the Safe City Coalition Plan to begin reducing crime.
A row of minimal traditional houses line a street in Ragsdale.
Newer homes can be found along Martin Luther King JR Dr. in Ragsdale.
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Routing via Route 19 and 82
While an interstate does not directly serve Albany, U.S. Route 19 and U.S. Route 82 are the primary routes for getting around and outside the city. Southwest Georgia Regional Airport is just south of Ragsdale, and it services directly to and from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport via Delta. Just 2 miles north is the Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, the largest medical center in Albany and one of the city's biggest employers. As for getting to work, commuters don't have much to worry about. There are few places in Albany that you can't drive to within 20 minutes," Fields says. "Traffic is almost nonexistent except for a few minutes in the morning and a few minutes in the afternoon. Even then, with an alternate route, you can avoid the traffic altogether."
The Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital is a major employer of Ragsdale residents.
Southwest Georgia Regional Airport makes it easy for Ragsdale residents to get away.
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Public schooling with Dougherty County
Ragsdale falls under the Dougherty County School System, and many local kids will start their education at Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary before heading to Merry Acres Middle and Monroe High. All schools receive a C-minus grade on Niche, and Monroe High gets a specific A-plus ranking for its extensive list of clubs and activities. The high school also offers six vocational programs so that students may begin to earn certification for different industries, such as healthcare.
Groceries from Piggly Wiggly and local eats on Pine Avenue
Just 6 miles north of Ragsdale is Albany's most prominent commercial area, anchored by the Albany Mall. Here, residents can find daily errand stops such as Sam's Club, Target and Publix, alongside several other national retailers and chain restaurants. For an even quicker trip, nearby Slappey Boulevard has a couple of convenient shops, including Piggly Wiggly and Dollar General. Ragsdale's proximity to downtown Albany means being near some favorite local restaurants, from upscale Southern dining at The Flint to casual chats and lattes in Cornerstone Coffee and Co.
Ragsdale residents can cross everything off their grocery list at Publix.
Walmart offers a more affordable shopping option for the people of Ragsdale.
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Exploring the local Mary Young Cummings Memorial Park
In the neighborhood is Mary Young Cummings Memorial Park – also known as Ragsdale Park – which features large grassy areas for soccer games and picnicking and walking paths around a large pond. To the west, Ragsdale is bordered by Carver Park and the Driskell Community Center. It has many recreational options, from baseball fields and tennis courts to a playground, pool and spray park area. "Recreational activities are on the rise with the City Recreation Department leading a collaboration with the Dougherty County School System and Albany State University," says Yvette Fields, the assistant city manager of Administration for Albany. "We want to see cleaner and busier parks."
Clear your head as you walk the trails of Ragsdale Park.
The best place to beat the summer heat in Ragsdale is at the pool in Carver Park.
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Autumn festivities and finding community on First Fridays
Albany focuses on ensuring that family-oriented events happen year-round, most of which take place downtown. "The Chamber of Commerce is busy all the time thinking of things to put on for us," Muldrow says. "We have First Fridays on the Flint, which is totally free. It brings everyone downtown for food, drinks and community. And in the fall, we do a ton of festivals and carnivals."
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
592
Median Age
43
Population under 18
24.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$14,098
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$28,761
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
67.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
3.1%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.2%
% Population in Labor Force
48.8%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
27/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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