Albany Living
The city of
Albany, founded in 1609, is the “oldest continuing settlement”
in the U.S. As the state capital, Albany has a multitude of
fantastic attractions. Albany is highly accessible and is
located 143 miles north of New York City. Albany is served by
Albany International Airport, as well as an Amtrak station and
several interstates.
Albany’s’
quaint, historic neighborhoods offer up plenty of …..
…..unique
shopping and dining opportunities, as well as standard fare
such as outlet malls and fast food. The city, however, is made
up of more than just attractions and historical sites. Surveys
conducted in the state have revealed that Albany “continues to
display the highest consumer confidence in New York State.”
Albany’s real estate market is diverse. Condominiums and
townhouses are available from
approximately $70,000 to
more than $325,000. Many historic properties are available. A
variety of quality amenities which include central air
conditioning, patios, decks, hardwood floors, storage
buildings, porches and security features. Single-family
detached homes are available from under $100,000 to more than
$2.5 million for large estate properties and luxury executive
homes. Many historic homes are available. Homes are available
in styles including colonial, contemporary, Tudor, Victorian,
Cape Cod, split-level and traditional in areas such as the
Village of Menands, the Towns of Guilderland, Bethlehem and
Colonie. Many homes include amenities such as central air
conditioning, fireplaces, hardwood flooring, security
features, storage buildings, scenic views, swimming pools,
treed lots, handicap features, carports, community saunas,
patios, decks and large lots. Land for custom homebuilding is
readily available from approximately $20,000 to more than
$350,000.
Albany offers unparalleled
educational opportunities. School districts in the Albany
suburbs vary in size depending on enrollment and provide a
wide range of learning environments for area students. The
Albany City School District consists of 12 elementary schools,
two middle schools, one high school and a number of
alternative education programs. Albany’s schools have been
recognized by the state and federal governments, as well as by
national publications. There are also many opportunities for
education following high school. Albany College of Pharmacy,
Albany Law School, Siena College, the College St. Rose, the
Sage Colleges, Rensselear Polytechnic Institute (RPI), State
University of New York (SUNY) at Albany, SUNY Empire State
College and the Nelson A. Rockefeller Institute of Government
are all excellent options for higher education.
In terms of arts and
entertainment, Albany is superb. There are a number of fine
museums, including the New York State Museum – the largest
state museum in the country – and the Albany Institute of
History and Art, where two Egyptian mummies have been on
public display since 1831. The performing arts are also of
high quality in Albany. Albany Symphony Orchestra, Albany
Civic Theatre and New York State Theatre Institute all offer
amazing performances year-round. In the summer, visitors and
residents can enjoy theatre under the stars with the Park
Playhouse.
There are also many
opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. The Mohawk-Hudson
Bikeway allows for biking, walking, jogging and skating.
Skiing, fishing, hiking and swimming are also feasible with
the beautiful lakes, rivers and mountains that surround
Albany. If you’re a sports fan, the Pepsi Arena is home to the
Albany Firebirds arena football as well as the Albany River
Rats hockey. The city also hosts countless fun community
events year-round. For instance, the Capital District Garden
and Flower Show has been deemed one of the “Top 100 Events” by
a national tour bus organization. The Saratoga Festival and
Dressage, consisting of five world-class horse shows and more
than 200 vendors, is one of the “Top 5 Events” in the state of
New York. Albany’s Annual Tulip Festival keeps the city’s
Dutch heritage alive, while the Shaker Craft and Herb Festival
embraces the culture of one of the area’s prominent groups.
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