Albany, NY

Central Avenue

Neighborhood Overview

Buy:
$160K - $760K
For Sale on Trulia:
10 homes
Rent:
$895 - $2.45K
For Rent on Trulia:
58 homes
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What Locals Say about Central Avenue

At least 43 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 85 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 84 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 76 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 72 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 58 % Say car is needed

  • 57 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 55 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 54 % Say parking is easy

  • 53 % Say kids play outside

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 43 % Say it's quiet

  • 42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 37 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 31 % Say there's wildlife

  • 30 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Trulia User
    "Great neighborhood for pets and family. Walking distance to great bars and restaurants. Wonderful park nearby. "
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  • Vanessa Clay
    "Capital Pride, farmers market in the summer , tulip fest in May, zany Speedo race and the chili chowder festival in December. The overall park in the summer for public use "
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  • Vanessa Clay
    "The street is busy overall and accidents happen frequently. There’s a private school further down towards Colonie and great places to eat. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Some local events in the park, but parking is extremely limited be careful especially in the winter months when there is emergency parking. W"
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  • Trulia User
    "great environment and clean area makes you feel like your right at home. peaceful and colorful and bright "
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  • Trulia User
    "Drumming during the summer in the park is always pretty cool. They gather in a circle and play African traditional songs."
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  • Alecia.e
    "Diverse and neighborly community. Beautiful park & green spaces. Lots of food, bars, nightlife, and events."
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  • Shannon O.
    "Not the safest area- homelessness and addicts are around every corner, but arguably one of the most interesting and vibrant areas in Albany. Lively nightlight options and many things to do throughout the year. "
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  • Michelle H. .
    "the library it really has these nice little events that gather all the kids really and keep troubled kids together ♥️. "
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  • Katrina S.
    "Lark fest, tulip fest, all the events at Washington park. Close to lark street if you’re into bars. A lot of churches in the area if you’re into worship. "
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  • Lauren G.
    "Central ave is a busy street but there are quieter neighborhoods off it that are good for dogs. Especially the areas of central ave that are more in colonie, ny. "
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  • andrea j.
    "Parks are not too far and there are other kids in the neighborhood if you allow them to play with other children "
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  • christine
    "This area is very friendly and an ideal environment if you want to live in a walkable city. We face Washington Park and it is a pleasure all times of year. Children play outside and in the park playground. The park is great for walking, jogging."
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