Why Live in Albany
Albany's historic downtown features a beautifully restored 1909 carousel where visitors can watch volunteers hand-carving new animals at the Historic Carousel & Museum. The city preserves its pioneer heritage through four distinct historic districts, showcasing over 700 buildings dating to the 1840s, including the Monteith House Museum, Albany's first framed structure from 1849. Outdoor recreation flourishes at Talking Water Gardens, a unique man-made wetlands park, while Timber Linn Memorial Park offers a lake, walking paths, and sports fields.
The housing market in Albany presents diverse options across eight main neighborhoods. North Albany commands the highest median single family home price at $564,500, while Willamette offers more affordable options with a median price of $332,500. The citywide median sale price stands at $440,000, with townhomes at $386,400 and two bedroom condos at $317,500.
Property taxes in Albany reflect a 0.91% effective rate in Linn County, comparing favorably to nearby Corvallis at 0.98%. Oregon residents benefit from no state sales tax, though they face a 4.75% state income tax rate on yearly salaries of $40,208.
Albany Transit System provides public bus service throughout the city, with Albany Station serving as an Amtrak hub. The culinary scene features notable establishments like Vault 244 and Sybaris. Oak Grove Intermediate School, rated A minus by Niche, serves the North Albany neighborhood. The city hosts significant annual events including the Northwest Art & Air Festival and Veterans Day Parade. Located 70 miles south of Portland and 45 miles north of Eugene, Albany offers convenient access to the Oregon Coast, just 60 miles west.
Home Trends in Albany, OR
On average, homes in Albany, OR sell after 66 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Albany, OR over the last 12 months is $440,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$440,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$457,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$386,400
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$317,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$286
Number of Homes for Sale
189
Last 12 months Home Sales
810
Median List Price
$464,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
2%