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A residential neighborhood close to the highway
On the southern outskirts of New York’s capital city, the Second Avenue neighborhood takes its name from the thoroughfare slicing through its northern half. Second Avenue and McCarty Avenue, helps to form the northern and southern boundaries of this Albany neighborhood and are separated by a thicket of dense, green foliage paired with sports facilities that bleed west into the Delaware Avenue area. “It’s all residential,” says Lorenzo Murray, a New York State licensed associate real estate broker with HUNT Real Estate. “All the streets connect to each other over here. If you’re looking for something that’s tucked away, it might be an area you want to look.”
Single- and multi-family homes make up the Second Avenue neighborhood, but they also provide residents with convenience to nearby shopping and dining hubs. “This section is so small,” Murray says. “Most people here are on their way to Delaware Avenue for shopping. There are lots of small-business owners on Delaware.” The Delaware Avenue neighborhood is centered around the street of the same name and helps link the area to the interstate, downtown Albany and more.
Second Ave is a walkable neighborhood through and through
This view from Second Ave show the proximity to downtown Albany.
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Homes similar in architecture lining side streets
Homes in Second Avenue are typically single-family or multi-family properties and sit on either end of the neighborhood, branching off of either Second Avenue or McCarty Avenue. “All those side streets are multi-unit homes, for the most part, and the price point is $250,000 and under,” Murray says. Many date to the 1930s or even earlier, including some that were constructed in the late 19th century. Single-family homes fall into a similar price range, with homes on the lower end of the price spectrum starting around $100,000 and costs topping out around $250,000. Neighborhood architectural styles are relatively uniform, and include elements of Craftsman, Colonial and Victorian styles. Many of the roads are lined with sidewalks, and on-street parking is common.
Residents in Second Ave have many options when looking for a home.
Most residents in Second Ave own their homes.
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A green space with sports fields and open areas
At Krank Park, the Veterans Memorial Park baseball stadium plays host to collegiate leagues. An adjacent baseball field, as well as playground equipment and tennis and basketball courts, are located across Krank Street amid more open space. “At Krank Park, there’s some kids’ equipment and splash pads,” Murray says. “It’s definitely a community spot. The complex is commonly used for kids’ sports.” To the north of the neighborhood, Lincoln Park has several tennis courts, paths and open areas on nearly 70 acres of land. The park opened in 1900 and was the city’s first public playground. In the winter, Lincoln Park’s hilly landscape is also popular for sledding when snow covers the ground. The Christian Plumeri Sports Complex sits just west with multiple sports fields, and the Albany Knicks Rugby Club plays matches at Dick Green Field on the edge of Second Avenue.
The sprawling basketball courts of Krank park keeps residents minds health and young.
Gazebo's in Second Ave parks are common. They allow residents to hold public events.
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A charter school for elementary- and middle-school students
The KIPP Albany Community Charter School sits on the east side of the Second Avenue neighborhood, spanning kindergarten through eighth grade. It also received the title of National Blue Ribbon School from the United States Department of Education and scores a C-minus with Niche. Drill teams, step teams and basketball programs are among the after-school activities offered by the school. Albany High School can be the next stop for students, running from grades nine through 12 and receiving a B-plus.
The Kipp School keeps young ones minds intact.
Second Ave is a Walkable neighborhood though some like to run.
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Proximity to Interstate 87
Access to Interstate 87, known locally as the New York State Thruway, sits about a mile south of Second Avenue itself, meaning residents are close to jumping on one of the state’s most oft-traveled highways. Depending on the route, Downtown Albany is 2 miles away via Second Avenue or 3 miles away by way of Interstate 787. “Second Avenue is a cut-through, bringing people from South Albany all the way up into Delaware Avenue, which is a major thoroughfare that brings you from the Washington Park area out to Del Mar across 87. There is a lot of congestion on that main road,” Murray says. Interstate 90 is accessible less than 10 miles from the neighborhood. CDTA buses serve the neighborhood, running along Second Avenue.
Expansive shopping and dining near Delaware Avenue
Locals often head west to Delaware Avenue or north into downtown Albany to find restaurants and shopping. “People here are going to Delaware Avenue for shopping and dining, absolutely,” Murray says. “There’s a great restaurant – if you like Spanish food – called Sabor a Campo. O-M-G, it’s such great food!” The family-owned Nicole’s Restaurant, as well as Emack & Bolio’s Ice Cream, are among the other dining stops along Delaware Avenue. Small grocery stops within the neighborhood include 2nd Avenue Daily Grocery and K & S, while a Market 32 sits a mile north. Cardona’s Market sits about half a mile from the neighborhood, and Target and Walmart are both located across the river.
Just west of Second Avenue, the Albany Civic Theater has been around since 1955 and puts on a variety of shows . Less than a mile from the neighborhood, Scene One Spectrum 8 Theatres shows Hollywood blockbusters, indie films, classics and more.
Palais Royale Grill Second Ave in Second Ave is calling all residents to hang for the weekend.
Local auto shop Capitol Tech is trusted by residents in Second Ave.
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Parks in this Area
Philip Street Park
Basketball
Hoffman Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Lincoln Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Pool
Washington Park
Corning City Preserve
Bike Trails
Boating
Trails
Krank Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Tennis
Hummel Street Park
Basketball
McKown Park
Basketball
Playground
Mount Hope Park
Basketball
Playground
Transit
Airport
Albany International
24 min drive
Bus
Slingerland Station - Second Ave & Slingerland St
Bus
Second Ave & Grandview Terr
Bus
Second Ave & Putnam St
Bus
Second Ave & Leonard St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Second Avenue
US
Homicide
7
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
8
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Second Avenue Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Second Avenue, Albany sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Second Avenue, Albany over the last 12 months is $160,000, down 12% 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
936
Median Age
36
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,067
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,958
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
85%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
30.3%
Advanced Degrees
12.2%
% Population in Labor Force
61.1%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
16°F
Average Summer High Temperature
84°F
Annual Snowfall
44''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
28/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
50/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
51/ 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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