Albany Real Estate

Albany Real Estate

Welcome to Albany, California – a charming and vibrant subdivision nestled in the heart of Alameda County. This picturesque city, known for its rich history and community spirit, offers a unique blend of suburban tranquility and urban convenience, making it an ideal place to call home.

Albany boasts a diverse array of architectural styles, from quaint bungalows to modern townhouses, providing options for every taste and lifestyle. The tree-lined streets are perfect for leisurely strolls, while the local parks, such as Memorial Park and Albany Hill, offer ample opportunities for outdoor activities, picnics, and family gatherings. Residents often gather at the Albany Community Center, which serves as a hub for various events, classes, and recreational programs.

For families, Albany is served by highly regarded schools, making it an attractive choice for those prioritizing education. The city’s commitment to sustainability is evident in its numerous bike lanes and walkable neighborhoods, promoting a healthy and active lifestyle.

Culinary enthusiasts will delight in Albany’s vibrant dining scene, which features an eclectic mix of eateries, from cozy cafes to gourmet restaurants. The Albany Farmers' Market, held weekly, showcases fresh produce and artisanal goods, reflecting the community’s dedication to supporting local businesses.

With its prime location just a short drive from Berkeley and San Francisco, Albany offers residents easy access to cultural attractions, shopping, and entertainment. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or a lively community atmosphere, Albany is a hidden gem that truly embodies the best of California living. Come discover the welcoming spirit and endless possibilities that await you in Albany!

Newest Listings in Albany

$599,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41142570 MLS
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

Listing courtesy of Tom Coble from Winkler Real Estate Group. 510-915-1615
$1,198,000
41141277 MLS
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

Listing courtesy of Nancy Sutorius from RE/MAX Accord. 925-367-7414
$899,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41141202 MLS
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

Listing courtesy of Maria Rosa from Compass. 317-627-4589
$588,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41139161 MLS
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

Listing courtesy of David Yi from Light Realty Inc.. 510-917-0447
$2,095,000
41137214 MLS
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

Listing courtesy of Pedram Karbassi from Bay's Elite Investments. 510-214-2616
$2,500,000
41136641 MLS
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

Listing courtesy of Nolan Jones from KELLER WILLIAMS TRI VALLEY REALTY. 510-867-4806
$380,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41133758 MLS
Enjoy expansive Bay and bridge views from this well-maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo on the 4th floor in a sought-after Albany location, known for its highly regarded school district. The bright, open layout is move-in ready and offers comfortable everyday living with plenty of natural light. Step onto your private balcony to take in sunsets, water views, and the surrounding skyline. Community amenities include a pool, sauna, fitness center, tennis courts, 24-hour security, and one deeded parking space. Conveniently located near Ranch 99, Albany Bulb, Solano Avenue shops and dining, with easy access to BART, AC Transit, and major freeways for an easy commute into San Francisco and surrounding Bay Area cities. A great opportunity to enjoy comfort, convenience, and a well-connected East Bay location.

555 Pierce St Unit #422, Albany

Listing courtesy of Emily Li from Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty. 858-257-7782
$548,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41132957 MLS
Welcome to your private oasis in the prestigious gated Bayside Commons community, where comfort, convenience, and lifestyle come together in the heart of Albany. This beautifully updated, light-filled with 2-bedroom, 2-bath home offers nearly 1,200 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space, complete with a private balcony and an ideal split-bedroom layout for maximum privacy—perfect for families, professionals, or investors. Step inside to soaring vaulted ceilings and a cozy wood-burning fireplace with an elegant mantel, creating a warm and inviting space that feels like home the moment you walk in. This move-in ready residence is in excellent condition and offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and long-term value. Enjoy resort-style living every day with access to exceptional community amenities including a clubhouse, fully equipped fitness center, exercise facility, lap pool, spa/hot tub, dry sauna, basketball courts, tennis and pickleball courts, playground, picnic and BBQ areas, scenic walking trails, bike storage, and more—all within a secure, gated community. Location is everything, and this home delivers. Just a 15-minute walk to BART and El Cerrito Plaza, with a Transbay bus stop right outside your door, commuting to San Francisco and beyond is effortless. You’re also minutes from Pacific East Mall, Costco, UC Berkeley, AC Transit, and major freeways, making daily errands and lifestyle needs incredibly convenient. Surrounded by the natural beauty of the Albany waterfront and nearby trails, and located within the highly rated Albany school district, this home offers an unbeatable combination of location and livability. Even better, the HOA covers common area maintenance, exterior maintenance, gas, water, Sewer, trash, management, security gate, and internet—meaning the only utility you pay is electricity, making this an incredibly cost-efficient ownership opportunity. This is more than just a home—it’s a lifestyle upgrade. Opportunities like this are rare, and it will not last. Schedule your private showing today or visit the open house before it’s gone. Twilight Open House Wed 4-6 PM. Open House this Sat & Sun 1-4 PM.

535 Pierce St Unit #3301, Albany

Listing courtesy of Suranga Edirisooriya from Keller Williams Realty. 925-818-0848
$750,000
3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41131695 MLS
Huge Price Improvement! Highly sought-after top-floor end-unit 3-bedroom, 2-bath condo offers the perfect blend of space, style, and unbeatable Albany location. With 1,170 sq. ft. of light-filled living, this home delivers privacy, views, and everyday convenience in one of the East Bay’s most desirable communities. Enjoy an airy, open layout with updated luxury plank flooring throughout, a cozy fireplace, and seamless flow to a private patio showcasing scenic Albany and Berkeley Hills views. The modern galley kitchen features quartz countertops and stainless steel appliances—ideal for both daily living and entertaining. A beautifully updated primary bathroom adds a touch of elevated design. Just steps from El Cerrito Plaza, BART, Trader Joe’s, restaurants, and shopping, this location offers a true walkable lifestyle (Walk Score 94). Set within the top-rated Albany School District and including two secured garage parking spaces plus extra storage, this is a rare opportunity buyers wait for.

417 Evelyn Avenue Unit #302, Albany

Listing courtesy of Joanne Mendoza from BHHS Drysdale Properties. 510-409-7914
$360,000
2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 41131094 MLS
Light-filled Albany condo by the water with views of the Bay and SF. A blank canvas ready for updates and customization. Includes one covered parking space in a gated garage with storage. HOA dues include cable, water and common area/building maintenance and repairs. Enjoy amenities such as 24-hour security, tennis court, gym, clubhouse, pool, spa, and on-site laundry. Convenient access to BART, Costco, major freeways, shopping and dining along San Pablo, and nearby parks. Take advantage of the plus room for guests or perhaps a home office.

555 Pierce St Unit #520, Albany

Listing courtesy of Michael Stephens from Corcoran Icon Properties. 510-816-9693
$595,000
1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 41130227 MLS
Top-floor living at Casa de Solano - where light, privacy, and location come together. Ideally situated at the corner of Stannage and Solano Avenues, this bright 1-bedroom residence is filled with natural light, hardwood floors, and elevated outlooks, including views toward the Berkeley Hills. Set on the top floor of a classic walk-up building, the home offers a sense of privacy and quiet separation, along with an airy, open feel throughout. Located within the charming Mediterranean-style Casa de Solano, the residence includes dedicated garage parking, additional storage, and access to both a shared balcony and a garden-style side yard. Enjoy one of the East Bay's most vibrant neighborhoods - with convenient access to Solano Avenue's cafes, restaurants, boutiques, and everyday essentials, including Starter Bakery, Safeway, Andronico's, Sprouts, and Trader Joe's. With a Walk Score of approximately 97 and a Bike Score of approximately 98 (buyer to verify), plus proximity to El Cerrito Plaza, BART, Berkeley's Gourmet District, and San Francisco, the location offers exceptional connectivity. A wonderful opportunity to own a light-filled home in a highly desirable Albany setting.

848 Stannage Ave Unit #11, Albany

Listing courtesy of Aida Molina-Polle from The Agency. 510-871-0177
$2,100,000
41107194 MLS
A huge price reduction! Prime 40-Unit Development Opportunity in the Heart of Albany’s Business District. This is a rare and highly desirable opportunity to develop a 40-unit residential project in the vibrant San Pablo Avenue corridor, Albany’s premier commercial district. The property is ideally positioned near a dynamic mix of national retailers, thriving small businesses, and high-traffic corporate tenants. Proposed plans call for a six-story, 40-unit. 50% 1BR/1BA, 50% 2BR/1BA with 2BR/2BA units. SPC zoning district, which has no maximum residential density limit. Unbeatable Location. Just a 5-minute walk to Sprouts Farmers Market, and a 4-minute walk to El Cerrito Plaza, El Cerrito Plaza BART Station. Minutes to Ranch 99 Market. Solano Ave's bustling commercial strip and the merging Gilman District. Easy access to 1-80 and I-580. Short drive to Berkeley, Emeryville, Oakland, and San Francisco. This is a unique chance to invest in one of the East Bay's most sought-after neighborhoods. A top-ranked public school system. Offering long-term growth potential in a transit-rich, community-oriented location.

545 San Pablo Ave, Albany

Listing courtesy of Anna Li from Better Homes and Gardens RP. 510-853-8810
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