Albany Homes with Contemporary Style

Albany Homes with Contemporary Style

Welcome to Albany, California—a vibrant gem nestled in Alameda County, where modern living meets a rich tapestry of community spirit and natural beauty. Known for its charming neighborhoods and progressive atmosphere, Albany offers a unique blend of urban convenience and suburban tranquility. With its proximity to Berkeley, San Francisco, and the stunning East Bay Regional Parks, residents enjoy the best of both worlds: easy access to city life while being surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.

Albany is particularly celebrated for its contemporary-style homes, which reflect the latest architectural trends while harmonizing with the area's eclectic aesthetic. These homes often feature open floor plans, large windows that invite natural light, and sustainable building materials that cater to eco-conscious buyers. Whether you're seeking a sleek single-family home or a chic townhouse, Albany's contemporary properties are designed for modern living, providing the perfect backdrop for your lifestyle.

The city's commitment to community is evident in its vibrant local events, farmer's markets, and exceptional schools, making it an ideal place for families, young professionals, and retirees alike. With a strong sense of belonging and a diverse population, Albany fosters an inclusive environment where neighbors become friends.

As you explore the real estate market in Albany, you'll find that contemporary homes not only elevate your living experience but also serve as a testament to the city's innovative spirit. Embrace the opportunity to call this dynamic city home, where contemporary design meets a welcoming community. Discover Albany today, and let your dream home become a reality!

Newest Albany Homes with Contemporary Style

535 Pierce St Unit #5406, Albany
$580,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41153135 MLS
Welcome to this beautiful top-floor 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in Albany's desirable Bayside Commons community! Enjoy captivating views of the San Francisco Bay and city skyline from the comfort of your living room and bedroom. Soaring vaulted ceilings and expansive windows fill the spacious living area with natural light, while a cozy fireplace creates a warm and inviting atmosphere. The open dining area flows seamlessly into a well-appointed kitchen featuring granite countertops, rich wood cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and ample storage space. Both bedrooms offer comfortable living spaces, with one featuring direct access to a private balcony where you can relax and take in the refreshing Bay breeze. Additional highlights include an in-unit laundry room with washer and dryer, generous closet space, and gated community parking. Bayside Commons offers an impressive collection of resort-style amenities, including a heated swimming pool, sauna, fitness center, tennis courts, clubhouse, and BBQ picnic areas. Conveniently located near Pacific East Mall, El Cerrito Plaza, BART, Transbay bus service, and major freeways, with easy access to shopping, dining, waterfront trails, and the highly regarded Albany school district. Experience the perfect blend of scenic Bay Area living, everyday comfort, and urban convenience!

535 Pierce St Unit #5406, Albany

Listing courtesy of Min Zhao from KW Advisors East Bay. 510-698-8886
535 Pierce St Unit #2305, Albany
$599,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41153109 MLS
Rare top-floor Plan B residence at Bayside Commons in Albany, offering sweeping, panoramic views of San Francisco Bay, the Golden Gate Bridge and the city skyline. This spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath home pairs features vaulted ceilings and expansive windows that fill the home with natural light, seamlessly connecting the open living space to a private balcony where you can enjoy vibrant sunsets over the water. The living room centers on an elegant porcelain-tiled fireplace that flows into a defined dining area and an open concept kitchen. Updated for modern living, the kitchen offers a breakfast bar, granite countertops, sleek modern cabinetry and premium stainless steel appliances. Privacy and comfort shape the dual primary suite layout: two generously sized bedrooms, each with its own bath with updated plumbing and electrical. This home offers ample closet space, a dedicated in-unit laundry room and a one-car garage for added comfort and convenience. Generous amenities designed for everyday relaxation and ease. The impeccably maintained complex features a heated swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, fitness center, clubhouse, tennis & basketball courts, playground and park area. HOA dues offer incredible value, covering water, garbage, cable TV, and high-speed internet. With a Walk Score of 81, everyday essentials, dining and retail are all within easy reach. It is close to the Pacific East Mall and El Cerrito Plaza. You can also hop on BART for UC Berkeley and major commuter routes, as well as Albany's public schools. A rare sanctuary in the sky, where breathtaking Bay views meet move-in-ready elegance and effortless East Bay living.

535 Pierce St Unit #2305, Albany

Listing courtesy of Sebastien Colas from Redfin. 415-559-2821
785 Taft Ave Unit #11, Albany
$649,000
2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41151489 MLS
Stunning Views! Modern Living! Prime Albany Hill Location! Bright and beautifully remodeled, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo offers spectacular panoramic views from the Berkeley Hills to the downtown Oakland skyline. Enjoy breathtaking sunrises, sunsets, and more from your private balcony. The open-concept interior features hardwood flooring, abundant natural light, dual-pane windows, quartz countertops, and stainless-steel appliances. Ideally located adjacent to Albany Hill Park, with scenic trails and easy access to Albany Bulb, Solano Avenue shopping and dining, BART, freeways, and transbay bus services to San Francisco. Additional amenities include a deeded parking spot, on-site laundry, a communal garden, and ample street parking. Located in the top-rated Albany school district. A wonderful blend of panoramic views, modern comfort, and exceptional location!

785 Taft Ave Unit #11, Albany

Listing courtesy of Danielle Clements from Winkler Real Estate Group. 510-734-1287
555 Pierce St Unit #804, Albany
$349,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41150630 MLS
Wake up to wide-open views from the eighth floor at Gateview. This updated one bedroom, one bath condominium looks north across the bay, Albany Hill and the hills beyond, with no neighboring tower in the way. Floor-to-ceiling glass opens the living room to a private covered balcony, an easy spot for morning coffee or taking in the San Francisco Bay at sunset. The kitchen and bath have been updated with maple cabinetry and granite counters, and the home has just been refreshed with new luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout and fresh designer paint. The generous bedroom has a wide picture window and three large closets for an extensive wardrobe, and an ample entry closet adds room for coats and more. A parking space and separate storage are included. Gateview offers a pool, sauna, gym, tennis courts, clubhouse and 24-hour security, and HOA dues cover cable TV, water, trash and exterior maintenance. Close to Solano Avenue, El Cerrito Plaza BART, the Bay Trail and I-80. Vacant and easy to show.

555 Pierce St Unit #804, Albany

Listing courtesy of Mark Lederer from Red Oak Realty. 510-774-4231
555 Pierce St Unit #522, Albany
$395,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41148306 MLS
Welcome to 555 Pierce St #522, a beautifully maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo in Albany’s highly sought-after Gateview Condominiums. The moment you step inside, it’s easy to see what makes this home special—the views. Step out onto your private balcony and take in sweeping Bay Area scenery, including the San Francisco skyline, Bay Bridge, Golden Gate and surrounding landscape, creating an incredible backdrop to everyday living. Offering approximately 745 square feet, the home features a bright, open floor plan that seamlessly connects the living and dining areas, making it ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. Well maintained and truly move-in ready, this is a fantastic opportunity for a first-time homebuyer, someone looking to downsize, or anyone seeking a low-maintenance Bay Area lifestyle. Gateview Condominiums offers an impressive collection of amenities, including gated parking, on-site security, a swimming pool, fitness center, tennis courts, sauna, and more. Located within the highly sought-after Albany school district and close to shopping, dining, transportation, and convenient access to San Francisco and destinations throughout the Bay Area, this home offers an exceptional combination of comfort, convenience, and lifestyle. Come experience the views, location, and amenities that make 555 Pierce St #522 a truly special place to call home.

555 Pierce St Unit #522, Albany

Listing courtesy of Noah Maass from KW Advisors. 510-289-5542
535 Pierce Street Unit #1300, Albany
$618,800
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41148068 MLS
Welcome to this top-floor, two-bedroom, two-bath condominium at Bayside Commons with Bay views. Large windows and vaulted ceilings give the home an open and bright feel, while the wood-burning fireplace adds warmth to the spacious living and dining areas. Both bedrooms are generously sized, offering plenty of room and flexibility. The primary bedroom features a private bath and direct access to the balcony, a great place to step outside, relax and enjoy the Bay views. An in-unit washer and dryer adds to the convenience. Bayside Commons offers resort style amenities including a swimming pool, spa, sauna, fitness center, tennis court and gated parking. Commut­ing to San Francisco is easy with the Transbay bus stop just across the street, along with convenient access to BART and major freeways. Shop­ping, restaurants and everyday conveniences are also nearby. Open Sunday 9/13 from 2-4 pm 3D Matterport Tour: https://my.matterport.com/show/?m=D7MAjRoFx85

535 Pierce Street Unit #1300, Albany

Listing courtesy of Sunny Kim from Winkler Real Estate Group. 415-279-5186
555 Pierce St Unit #1021, Albany
$486,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41145962 MLS
Spacious Corner Unit featuring 2BR2BA+Additional room converted from the dining area. Located in a desirable Albany neighborhood. Highly rated Albany schools. Enjoy beautiful Bay views from balcony, while the master bedroom and living room windows overlook serene, forested hillsides where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of birds and local wildlife. This unique setting offers the best of both worlds—the vibrant energy of the city and the peaceful beauty of nature. HOA includes exterior maintenance, Comcast TV/internet, water, garbage, sewer, 24-hour security, a deeded storage and parking stall. Amenities: heated swimming pool, two tennis courts, gym, sauna, jacuzzi, hot tub, ping-pong room, and clubhouse available for private gatherings. Conveniently located near Costco, shopping centers, restaurants, Pacific East Mall, El Cerrito BART, and AC Transit bus stops. Just minutes by car from Berkeley, Oakland, and San Francisco.

555 Pierce St Unit #1021, Albany

Listing courtesy of Yue Hua Cao from PACIFIC SALES & MANAGEMENT. 415-652-1678
555 Pierce St Unit #1125, Albany
$495,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41145084 MLS
Elevated Living, Thoughtfully Updated Condo. Set on the 11th floor, this hillside-facing condo is a hidden gem of the complex, offering a rare combination of comfort, light, and calm. The kitchen and both bathrooms have been updated in a sleek, contemporary style, including an extra-deep primary suite tub for long soaks to melt away the stress of the day. With wood floors throughout, this home is truly move-in ready. Floor-to-ceiling windows in each bedroom fill the space with light and a genuine sense of room to breathe. From the bedrooms and from the balcony off the living room, the view is of hillside trees and nature — a quiet, green outlook that changes gently with the seasons and makes morning coffee or evening wind-down feel a little more restorative. Deer sightings and morning birdsong are the norm. Amenities include tennis courts, a gym, and a sauna and jacuzzi for unwinding, a swimming pool, plus included high-speed internet and a deeded parking space. Minutes to Ranch 99, Albany Bulb, and Solano Avenue shops and dining, with easy El Cerrito BART, AC Transit bus, and freeway access for a simple East Bay commute, and an Albany address for highly rated schools.

555 Pierce St Unit #1125, Albany

Listing courtesy of Tania Balazs Jacard from Red Oak Realty. 510-206-2686
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