Frequently Asked Questions
Is South End a good place to live?
South End is a good place to live, receiving 3.5 stars from its residents. South End is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with good transit options. South End has 9 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 17.5 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $35,275 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 17.6% of residents. A majority of residents in South End are renters, with 86.9% of residents renting and 13.1% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving South End can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our South End neighborhood guide.
Is South End, NY a safe neighborhood?
South End, NY is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 7 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in South End?
The median home price in South End is $129,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $25,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.81%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $670 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $29K a year to afford the median home price in South End. The average household income in South End is $35K.
What are the best public schools in South End?
The best public schools that serve South End are:
- Albany High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 3.4.
- Arbor Hill Elementary School has a C Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 10:1.
- Giffen Memorial Elementary School has a C Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 13:1.
What are the best private schools in South End?
The best private schools that serve South End are:
- The Doane Stuart School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Bet Shraga Hebrew Academy has a student teacher ratio of 7:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in South End, Albany, NY?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near South End, Albany, NY?
The most popular neighborhoods near South End, Albany, NY are Mount Hope, Mansion Area, Second Avenue, Delaware Avenue and Hudson Park.
