Albany Real Estate

Albany Real Estate

Albany: A Hidden Gem in Alameda County, California

Nestled in the heart of Alameda County, California, the charming city of Albany offers a unique blend of small-town charm and urban convenience. With a population of just over 20,000 residents, Albany provides a close-knit community feel while being surrounded by the bustling energy of the San Francisco Bay Area.

Albany is renowned for its top-rated schools, making it an ideal location for families. The city boasts a strong commitment to education, with a range of excellent public and private schools to choose from. The highly regarded Albany Unified School District consistently ranks among the best in the state, providing students with a world-class education.

Nature enthusiasts will find plenty to explore in Albany. The city is home to several parks and green spaces, including the popular Albany Bulb, a former landfill turned recreational area with stunning views of the Bay. Residents can enjoy hiking, biking, and picnicking in these beautiful outdoor spaces, offering a welcome escape from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Albany's central location provides easy access to a wealth of amenities and attractions. Just a short drive away, residents can explore the vibrant cultural scene of Berkeley, indulge in world-class dining in Oakland, or take a leisurely stroll along the iconic Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco.

With its unbeatable location, excellent schools, and abundant recreational opportunities, Albany is a hidden gem in Alameda County. Whether you're looking for a tight-knit community or convenient access to urban amenities, Albany has something to offer everyone.

Newest Listings in Albany

$599,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41142570 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Welcome home to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium in Bayside Commons, offering modern finishes, an exceptional location, and access to the highly acclaimed Albany School District. This light-filled home features an updated kitchen, remodeled bathrooms, fresh interior paint, engineered hardwood flooring throughout, in-unit laundry, and an open, functional floor plan. Step out onto the private balcony to enjoy beautiful views of the San Francisco Bay. A rare bonus, this home includes two dedicated parking spaces in the gated garage, offering exceptional convenience and value. Residents of Bayside Commons enjoy an impressive collection of resort-style amenities, including a swimming pool, hot tub, saunas, fitness center, tennis court, basketball court, clubhouse, and beautifully maintained park-like grounds. Commuters will love the unbeatable location with immediate access to I-80 and I-580, while shopping and dining are just minutes away at Pacific East Mall, Costco, El Cerrito Plaza (featuring Trader Joe's and Lucky), and El Cerrito Plaza BART. AC Transit Transbay bus service conveniently stops right outside the complex, making travel to San Francisco and throughout the East Bay effortless. Whether you're looking for an easy commute, outstanding amenities, or a move-in ready home with a private balcony and Bay views, 535 Pierce Street #1207 at Bayside Commons offers the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and lifestyle.

535 Pierce St Unit 1207, Albany
$1,198,000
41141277 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Great location 764 Pierce St Albany 4 plex building is approx 2820 sq ft with a 5000 sq ft lot. The property features Two ( 2 ) One bedrooms and Two (2) bedrooms units. Each unit has own laundry rooms with hook ups. Tenants each have a parking space in the driveway It has a 2 car garage and large basement, which isn't used by tenants. 2 new garage doors has just been installed. Featured a shared Back yard which has side yard access with cement and grass area. Back stairs are in process of been repaired this week. There has been long termed tenants, with low vacancy and low rents. Has mature trees and is close to freeway access. There is a bus line that goes by. DO NOT DISTURB TENANTS open house Sun July 26 1:00 for 1 unit only

764 Pierce St, Albany
$899,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41141202 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to this charming Albany home, offering 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and a versatile bonus room, not included in the square footage. Blending timeless character with modern comfort, this beautifully updated residence is filled with abundant natural light and features a thoughtfully designed open floor plan perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious primary suite provides a peaceful retreat, while the expansive living and dining rooms create an inviting atmosphere. The updated kitchen features stylish finishes. Fresh interior paint and new light fixtures throughout give the home a bright feel. A dedicated laundry room adds convenience, and the attached one-car garage features durable epoxy flooring. Step outside to enjoy the newly installed driveway and a spacious garden backyard with plenty of room to relax, entertain, or cultivate your own outdoor oasis. Ideally situated in one of Albany's most desirable neighborhoods, this home offers exceptional walkability to local shops, restaurants, parks, and everyday amenities. Located within the highly acclaimed Albany school district and just minutes from Berkeley, Alameda, and San Francisco, with convenient access to major commuter routes, this is a rare opportunity to enjoy the very best of East Bay living.

542 Adams St, Albany
$448,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41140843 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Rare top-floor 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo perfectly located in the heart of coveted Albany. Steps from El Cerrito Plaza, BART, Trader Joe's, buses, restaurants, and few mins to Pacific East Mall, Costco, Sprouts, Targets, and top-rated Albany Schools (K-12). Truly walker's and Biker's Paradise! 2 secured garage parking spaces plus bonus storage space. 10 minutes drive to UC Berkeley.

417 Evelyn Ave Unit 205, Albany
$385,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41140402 MLS ⋅ Active Status
NEW PRICE! Welcome home to your amazing new views of the Bridges and the Bay! This beautifully upgraded 1bed/1bath located on the 5th floor has an amazing flow with the added French doors to the bedroom off the living room which creates an openness and flexibility that you don't find in other units. This one is a rare gem with open flow, granite counters, kitchen island, and a fabulous balcony waiting for you to soak in those amazing sunsets! Ranch 99, Albany bulb, public transportation, and Solano Avenue shops are all just minutes away. Swimming pool, sauna, gym, tennis courts and 24-hour security with one deeded parking spot (also with a view) are just some of the extra bonuses to make this a dream come true! OPEN HOUSE 6/7 2-4 Views: Downtown

555 Pierce St Unit 526, Albany
$1,285,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41139275 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Why settle for a tiny home with small rooms? This spacious remodel home is permitted with 1654 sf, 4bedrooms, 2 baths, with new bolted foundation, sheared walled, breaker panel, flooring, and roof. Nice size game room & laundry room. Huge backyard with 2 bonus rooms of extra 193 sf for mini office, workshop, or sewing room. Lots of storage spaces in 2 attics and 2 crawl spaces. A few items still remain for TLC: curtains, semi-circular driveway; explore building a 1 or 2 stories ADU on a 50'x100' size lot overlooking the bay view; or built out a basketball court, or create your own rose garden. City agreed to repair sidewalk during Fall 2026. Great location to catch car pool rides to SF; or transits to Berkeley and SF. Near Ranch 99 and in the amazing Albany School District. Lots of cool shops in walking distance.

810 Pierce St, Albany
$588,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41139161 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Among the most extensively updated homes at Bayside Commons, this move-in-ready residence offers a rare combination of modern finishes, quality improvements, and comfortable living in one of Albany's most amenity-rich communities. Inside, you'll find premium contractor-grade SPC flooring throughout with exceptional acoustic insulation (IIC sound rating of 72-73). The remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, modern cabinetry, and a convenient breakfast bar that opens to the main living space. The spacious primary suite includes a newly updated bathroom with a custom tile shower, sleek glass enclosure, and contemporary fixtures—work completed and approved with permits. The hallway bathroom has also been refreshed with a refinished tub and surround, along with updated fixtures and faucets. An in-unit laundry room includes a washer and dryer installed in 2024. Thoughtful improvements throughout create a cohesive, modern feel and allow the next owner to move in and enjoy the home immediately. Bayside Commons residents enjoy a heated pool, spa, sauna, fitness center, sports courts, and children's play area. HOA dues provide excellent value by covering water, internet, and many common services, with only electricity separately metered. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, public transportation, and major East Bay commute routes, this beautifully updated home offers comfort, convenience, and an exceptional Albany lifestyle.

535 Pierce ST Unit #3109, Albany
$2,095,000
41137214 MLS ⋅ Active Status
LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION!!! 96 Walkscore! 98 Bikescore! ALBANY, INCOME large 4+ bed/2bath main house built in the 20's & 4plex right next door built in the 40's on the same parcel. Main house has beautifully refinished hardwood and tile floors, & spa like bedroom. The house has been updated. The 4plex has (3) 2bedrooms & (1) 1bedroom units, 2 units have gorgeous fireplaces. 3 of the 4 units have been fully remodeled with modern kitchens with dishwashers, dazzling hardwoods and tiles, new tubs and the like. 1 unit has been mostly updates to hardwood, tile floors, and kitchen cabinets were modernized. This is a very unique property and ideal for an owner occupier to live in the 4 bedroom 2 bath structure across the driveway from the 4plex. Albany schools! Solano Ave is steps away. These units have historically rented back to back! Own in one of the last cities with no rent control!

986 Kains Ave, Albany
$2,500,000
41136641 MLS ⋅ Active Status
The retail corner at 900 Masonic in Albany, California presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully flexible, multi-tenant commercial asset in one of the East Bay’s most supply-constrained submarkets. Positioned along a visible neighborhood corridor with steady local traffic, the property benefits from strong daily essentials demand driven by nearby residential density, schools, and commuter movement through the Albany–Berkeley edge. Currently configured with a mix of a restaurant, tax office, and barbershop, the building reflects a classic “small-bay retail” income profile that historically performs well in recession-resistant categories. The property allows an investor or developer to reset the basis, reposition the tenancy mix, and immediately capture market rents without legacy lease constraints or tenant complications. The upside here is primarily driven by flexibility. An owner-user can occupy part or all of the space while leasing the remainder, while a pure investor can re-tenant with stronger credit service providers, fast-casual food operators, wellness uses, or boutique retail concepts. Given the corridor’s character, there is also potential for curated mixed-use activation that better aligns with current Albany zoning trends and neighborhood preferences. The City of Albany’s generally supportive stance toward modest density increases in commercial corridors adds optionality for future repositioning, even if near-term value is primarily income-driven rather than ground-up redevelopment. This is a clean-slate East Bay retail asset with meaningful repositioning leverage. The buyer avoids transitional friction and gains the ability to immediately execute a leasing strategy aligned with current market demand. In a tight submarket like Albany, that combination of visibility, flexibility, and reset tenancy creates a compelling value-add opportunity with strong long-term hold characteristics.

900 Masonic Avenue, Albany
$639,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41136397 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Welcome to modern living in this spacious, rarely available 3rd floor end-unit condo in the desirable Bridgewater gated community. Bright, quiet, and filled with natural light, this exceptional home offers breathtaking panoramic views of the San Francisco Bay, Golden Gate Bridge, Bay Bridge, and city skyline. The thoughtfully designed floor plan features two primary suites, an in-unit laundry room with built-in cabinets, and a versatile bonus room with stunning bridge and bay views — perfect for a home office Located within the top-rated and highly sought-after Albany school district, including Ocean View Elementary, Albany Middle and High School, all within one mile. Commuting is a breeze with a direct Transbay SF commuter bus just steps away, along with convenient access to UC Berkeley and Downtown Oakland. Enjoy walking distance to BART, El Cerrito Plaza, Ranch 99, and Solano Avenue, with easy access to Costco, AC Transit, I-80, and I-580. HOA amenities include 2 assigned parking spaces w/ easy elevator access in a secure private parking garage, heated sparkling pool, GYM, club house, water, garbage, high speed internet, cable TV and plenty of guest parking.

545 Pierce St Unit 2313, Albany
$488,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41136006 MLS ⋅ Active Status
This unit has a beautiful Wooded View location. The home was remodeleed just over 6 years ago and is in great condition. Great Albany location. Close to the Pacific East Mall shopping and dining. Also close to Solano Avenue shopping and Pierce St. Park and public transportation. The complex includes Laundry facitiities, a Gym, Parking for one car, 24 hour security, Laundry facilities, Tennis courts and a club house.

555 Pierce St Unit 536, Albany
$999,990
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ OC26106397 MLS ⋅ Active Status
Completely remodeled turnkey home in the heart of Albany! This beautifully updated residence blends modern style with everyday comfort, featuring an open and bright floor plan, designer finishes, and quality upgrades throughout. Enjoy a stunning Brand-New kitchen with quartz countertops, custom cabinetry, and stainless steel appliances, along with fully renovated bathroom, Brand-new Laminated flooring Throughout, fresh interior/exterior paint, some Windows have been just replaced, upgraded lighting, and more. Upstairs features two spacious bedrooms and one fully renovated bathroom, while the lower level includes non-permitted versatile bonus areas with brand-new carpets and an additional full bathroom with open shower & a laundry room. Recent upgrades include fresh interior and exterior paint, updated electrical with knob-and-tube removed, and modernized plumbing The spacious living areas flow seamlessly for entertaining and daily living, with a private patio & a backyard. Ideally located near top-rated schools, shopping, dining, parks, and convenient freeway access. A rare opportunity to own a move-in ready home in one of Albany’s most desirable neighborhoods! With all that this jewel is well located step away from Solano Ave, El Cerritos Plaza, BART station. Move-in ready condition with comfort, style & total accessibilities.

904 Solano Avenue, Albany
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