$193,475Average Value$142Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Second Avenue is close to transportation and Downtown Albany
Second Avenue, 2 miles from Downtown Albany, offers residents convenience with proximity to public transportation and major roadways. The area is walkable and surrounded by parks. Most shopping and dining are in Downtown, and small neighborhood stores offer groceries. There are also two charter schools within the neighborhood, as well as public and private schools nearby.
Second Ave is a walkable neighborhood.
This view from Second Ave shows its proximity to Downtown Albany.
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Multifamily homes and duplexes for rent
Most homes branch off Second Avenue and are near a park, which serves as a second backyard. “Mostly older buildings, mostly multifamily, in some cases, they would even be a historic duplex or a historical building,” says Nicole Wilkie, an associate broker with Howard Hanna Real Estate Services. Wilkie has been working in the industry for over 10 years. “Most have been upgraded, but they keep a lot of the characteristics and charm of the property; they leave the wood floors and the wide, plank floors, and archways.” These homes are in bungalow and Colonial Revival styles with small yards. Multifamily and single-family homes range from the low $100,000s to the high $200,000s. The median sale price is $167,500, which is above the neighboring South End and below the Delaware Avenue area. “Residents mostly rent,” says Wilkie. “Investors are starting to buy and enhance the properties, and values will, over time, go up.”
Residents in Second Ave have many options when looking for a home.
Most residents in Second Ave rent their homes.
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Public, private and charter schools near Second Avenue
“Primarily, it’s the public schools. … that location does have a lot of options: charter schools, enrichment-style schools, Catholic schools and private schools,” says Wilkie. “It’s a nice choice, being in Albany because there really are great charter schools.” The City School District of Albany serves the area, and children may attend Delaware Community School, the highly rated William S. Hackett Middle School, and the top-rated Albany High School. Charter schools in the neighborhood include KIPP Albany Community Charter Elementary School, KIPP Albany Community Charter Middle School and Green Tech Charter School for sixth through 12th grade. The nearest private school is the top-rated Albany Academy for prekindergarten through 12th grade.
The Kipp School.
Second Ave is a Walkable neighborhood, though some like to drive.
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Walkability and access to bus stops and interstates
“Walkability is big, so a lot of people will walk to where they need to go, there are sidewalks there,” says Wilkie. “The city bus is very convenient. Also, with that location, you’re very close to major roadways, you can hop on and get wherever you want.” Capital District Transit Authority buses along Second Avenue take 15 minutes to reach Downtown Albany. State Route 32 also leads to Downtown. The area is bordered by Interstate 787 and Interstate 90, which connect to the rest of New York. “You can connect to Downtown within minutes. Fifteen minutes, you’re at the mall, franchise restaurants, family-owned restaurants,” says Wilkie. “And if they wanna go to Saratoga Springs, they're about 35 to 40 minutes from there. You're in a really good location, and with those highways right there, you can get about anywhere in 20 minutes. … And if they wanna go to Downtown Troy, that’s 10 miles on the highway. Convenience is key.” The Albany International Airport is 12 miles away and the Albany Medical Center is a mile away.
Sports courts and open green spaces at nearby parks
Second Avenue is surrounded by parks with open green spaces and sports fields, such as:
The Plumeri Sports Complex
Hoffman Community Center
Krank Park
Fireman's Field
Lincoln Park, a mile away, spans 68 acres and features a paved walking trail, a pool, tennis courts and a multi-use field.
The sprawling basketball courts of Krank Park.
Gazebo's in Second Ave parks are common. They allow residents to hold public events.
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Shopping and dining in Downtown
Most restaurants are in Downtown Albany, which offers eateries like:
The City Beer Hall for American comfort food
Stacks Espresso Bar
The Hollow Bar + Kitchen for American fare
Café Capriccio for Italian
There are small grocery and convenience stores within Second Avenue, such as K & S Deli and Grocery and Quick Mart Inc. Deli & Grocery. Hannaford is 8 miles away.
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Crime and Safety
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Second Avenue
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Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
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 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Second Avenue, Albany over the last 12 months is $175,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Quiet dead end street, each unit 4 bedrooms with 2 full bath average 1382sf, hardwood floors, eat-in kitchen w/pantry, updated bathroom, front/rear porches. Separate utilities, oversized fenced-in yard.
Solid Money Making 2 Family, Month-to-Month long term tenants. Separate Utilities Unit One $1190/month Unit 2 $1370/Month $30,720 annual. Close to Major Highways, Parks & Hospitals. Good Condition
Estate sale with updates- Newly updated bathroom and updated kitchen floor already done. As-is property with remaining TLC needed—great opportunity for investors.
Welcome home to your lovely new apartment where everything has been updated. This unit features brand new flooring throughout. Brand new bathroom, Brand new Kitchen Cabinets. This conveniently located on second ave with close proximity to buses and easy access to downtown Albany!!!
David WatsonRENT TO NYC LLC
$1,950 per month
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,100 Sq Ft
This recently renovated second-floor apartment at 14 S Dove St, Unit #2, offers a spacious and modern living experience in the heart of Albany. The unit features four generously sized bedrooms filled with natural light and one updated bathroom with contemporary finishes. Enjoy cooking in the stylish kitchen, complete with all brand-new stainless steel appliances, including a refrigerator, stove,
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