$497,420Average Value$261Average Price per Sq Ft4Homes For Sale
Large homes on well-landscaped lawns near West Albany HIgh School
West Albany paves the path from old-timey tradition to a growing city ripe with history. Pacific Boulevard separates the packaging plants and factories from the flower gardens and front lawns in West Albany. “This is one of the more expensive areas of Albany because of the pride of ownership, mature landscaping and proximity to downtown,” says Jessica Pankratz, Broker Owner of Connected Real Estate Group with over 18 years of experience.
Homes in West Albany can be colorful with well maintained landscapes.
West Albany is a great place to view a variety of home styles.
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Bungalows and Craftsman homes with RV space
West Albany’s sidewalks border gravel and stone beds sprouting hedges, shrubs and small trees by green manicured lawns. West Albany includes housing styles like contemporary bungalows, split levels and Craftsman homes, which incorporate brick or stone detailing on front-facing exteriors. Housing prices range from $400,000 to $650,000, with occasional listings up to $900,000. A three-bedroom Craftsman typically costs between $400,000 and $500,000, while a four-bedroom split-level can be listed from $500,000 to $600,000.
Some Albany residents expanded their current homes.
West Albany residents typically display pride of ownership.
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Prestigious schools in West Albany
The Greater Albany Public School District serves over 9,000 students and ranks in the Top 40 best school districts in Oregon, according to Nitch. Schools in West Albany share a central campus with baseball diamonds and football fields on Elm Street. Liberty Elementary School has served generations of students since 1949, earning a B-plus overall grade from Niche. Memorial Middle School holds a C grade and has classrooms that assist cognitive impairment or functional skills. With an A-minus grade, West Albany High School has an average student SAT score of 1220. Linn-Benton Community College provides a higher education option in West Albany with pathway courses in agriculture, business or STEM.
The student to teach ratio at West Albany High School in Albany, Oregon is 25 to 1.
Students and parents love the modern campus at Memorial Middle School in Albany, Oregon.
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Roller skating at Northwest Skateland
Although West Albany may be tucked away from the action, there are plenty of distinctive eateries and exciting venues nearby. Northwest Skateland has a roller-skating rink with concrete floors and a DJ. Fay’s Café offers burgers and fries in a well-established local spot with nostalgic black-and-white photographs of pop culture icons and scenes from the 1950s. The Depot is a wood cabin serving fried seafood delicacies in a rustic atmosphere with model ships and airplanes hanging from the ceiling. Pacific Boulevard connects the suburbs in West Albany to restaurants, theaters and boutiques downtown, less than 2 miles north. For any supermarket needs, Safeway and Grocery Outlet are located 2 miles east in the Heritage Mall area on 14th Avenue.
Some Albany locals get around town on roller skates.
Cult de sacs are favored by West Albany home buyers who desire less traffic and more privacy.
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Indoor recreation and fitness centers
Mid-Willamette Family YMCA has a weight room, a hot tub and a pool with a winding water slide into a lazy river. With indoor and outdoor courts, the Albany Tennis Club provides a private recreation facility with lessons for new and seasoned players alike to work on their topspin. Just north, Takena Park has a playground and covered picnic tables with barbecue pits shaded by massive pine trees. Bryant Park has a disc golf course and fishing on the Willamette River, less than 2 miles north.
There is so much you can do at Albany's local YMCA.
The Albany Tennis Club has both indoor and outdoor tennis courts.
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Traditional activities for Heritage Day
On Heritage Day, residents can take horse-drawn carriage rides, listen to bluegrass bands or browse artisan-made items, like handmade quilts, in an open-air market on 47th Street. The Oregon Flock & Fiber Festival is one of Albany’s most significant events, with livestock shows and wool for sale at the Linn County Expo Center in September. Rock bands, country music artists and orchestras play concerts in Monteith Riverpark during the River Rhythms and Summer Sounds series in July and August.
Children can climb the rock wall at Takena Park in Albany, Oregon.
Takena Park in Albany, is a popular place to walk and ride your bike.
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Take the ATS around town
West Albany is a car-dependent neighborhood, but bicycles are a popular mode of transportation. Pacific Boulevard connects to the gridded streets of downtown. 1st Avenue, the center of activity downtown, is just over a mile north. Seven Albany Transit System (ATS) bus stops are in West Albany along Pacific Boulevard, making it easy to get around. Interstate 5 extends down the West Coast from Canada to Mexico, and West Albany residents can reach the interstate 3 miles east. Traveling on I-5, Salem is 26 miles north, and Portland is 70 miles north. Those looking to take a business trip or find a new vacation destination can head to the Portland International Airport, about 80 miles north.
Albany Amtrak Station is a great place to catch a bus or train.
Albany Amtrak Station can connect you to anywhere in the continental United States.
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Parks in this Area
Bowers Rocks State Park
Takena Landing Park
Kinder City Park
Takena Park
Transit
Airport
Mahlon Sweet Field
57 min drive
Bus
Taco Bell On Pacific Blvd Before Albany Station
Bus
34th & Pacific
Bus
Pacific & 29th - Flag Stop
Bus
Ymca On Pacific Blvd
Bus
Elm & Queen Ave
Bus
34th & Pacific Blvd
Bus
Elm & 24th
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
West Albany
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Albany, Albany sell after 83 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in West Albany, Albany over the last 12 months is $459,042, down 1% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Rare 5-bed, 2.5-bath single-story home, ideally situated on a corner lot. Designed with accessibility in mind, this home features a fully fenced yard, extra storage throughout, and thoughtful upgrades for every stage of life. Vaulted ceilings with skylights provide a bright and open floor plan that fill the home with natural light. Hall bathroom provides a walk in shower with grab bars, driveway
Well cared for home in a great Southwest Albany location. Home has an upgraded kitchen with newer cabinets, counters, flooring and appliances. Roof installed in 2021, new gas air furnace and A/C in 2024. Large fenced yard with underground sprinklers. Stamped concrete patio, garden beds and much more. 10x12 garden shed and 10x20 workshop/shed. Long RV parking area behind fence. Fireplace is non
Welcome home to this one-level home in desirable West Albany neighborhood. Room to entertain with formal and informal living, custom kitchen cabinets. Bonus sun/spa room opens to deck. Plantation shutters and Brazilian Walnut floors. Updated furnace and water heater 2019. Join the nearby Albany Tennis Club where you can enjoy swimming, tennis and year-round pickleball, close to schools. Get
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,891
Median Age
45
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$91,666
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$108,332
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.8%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
35.5%
Advanced Degrees
5.9%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
42''
Average Winter Low Temperature
33°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
3''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
40/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
24/ 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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