2019 Best Places to Live in Albany CountyAbout this List

Menands

• Suburb of Albany, NY
• 4

Current Resident: We have lived in Menands for 30 years and it is a village where people look out after one another. Commute to downtown Albany is 5 minutes and extremely accessible to major highways. A wonderful place to raise a family with parks, library, village activities, placed of worship and top-rated school districts.
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• A+

• A+

• 3,977 Population

Melrose

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY
• 3

Niche User: From the neighbors to the parks, this area is excellent for families!
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• A+

• C

• 3,433 Population

Center Square

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY
• 2

Current Resident: I have enjoyed living in center Square for the past year. there are so many things to do locally. there are alot of things to do walking distance to center square.
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• A+

• C

• 3,111 Population

Helderberg

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY

• A+

• C

• 4,035 Population

Hudson Park

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY
• 2

Niche User: It it mostly a nice place to live, but there isnt much one can do. Can get boring.
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• A

• C

• 3,871 Population

Voorheesville

• Suburb of Albany, NY
• 6

Current Resident: Voorheesville is a really safe, small town. No worries about crime or violence around. The school district is really good. The small town may or may not be suitable for everyone-it's kinda like if you didn't grow up here, you won't really ever "fit in". Many families and young kids around, safe neighborhoods to grow up in. The only downside is you can't get anywhere in under 10 minutes- besides the schools, Hannaford market, and some small food places. Hannaford plaza is a big hit- also Indian Ladder Farms, for apple picking and fall activities.
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• A

• A

• 2,829 Population

Westmere

• Suburb of Albany, NY
• 21

Niche User: I am pleased with the capitol region because where I live specifically, I am near the mall, many restaurants, my job, and most everything is close by. The nightlife is not that great. The people generally aren't that friendly. I know this area has been ranked one of the worst places to live in the country, and this may be true. Harsh winters, unfriendly people, and nothing to grand to see downtown. I would prefer California or somewhere south.
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• A

• A

• 6,950 Population

Plymouth

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY

• A

• C

• 1,780 Population

Park South

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY
• 2

• A

• C

• 2,485 Population

Washington Park

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY

• A

• C

• 5,280 Population

New Scotland/Woodlawn

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY

• A

• C

• 6,115 Population

Altamont

• Suburb of Albany, NY
• 5

Current Resident: Altamont is a small community that rests at the foot of the Helderberg mountains. The small country town is home to roughly 2,000 people and offers small pleasures like a small restaurant dedicated to war veterans and filled with memorabilia of the wars as well. We also offer a small local wine shop, two bistros and an antique shop, all located in the walking distance of Main St. Altamont even hold an annual fair that offers food, rides animal attractions, local businesses and plenty of other exhibits. Altamont is a small gem in Albany county and a pleasure to live in.
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• A

• A

• 1,742 Population

Buckingham Pond/Crestwood

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY

• A

• C

• 9,663 Population

Pine Hills

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY
• 35

Current Resident: I have lived in Pine Hills for several years. I love the neighborhood feel. It is quiet and I know my neighbors. It has convenient amenities such as grocery store, drug store, convenience store, modern library and many restaurants including take out spots. While the house I live in is an old Victorian and quirky, the landlord is good about upkeep. I love this neighborhood.
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• A-

• C

• 15,260 Population

North Albany/Shaker Park

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY
• 4

Current Resident: Nice quite area, rarely any disturbances. Friendly community. There are a lot of local activities for adults and children.
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• B+

• C

• 10,291 Population

Upper Washington Avenue

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY
• 20

Niche User: I always feel very safe. There is some crime in the downtown part of the city, but not much, and most of the city is very safe
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• B+

• C

• 6,095 Population

Mansion

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY
• 1

Niche User: Living here has made me feel really comfortable with my surroundings.
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• B+

• C

• 4,723 Population

Albany

• Town in New York
• 86

Former Resident: Great schools. Albany High School has a wide range of students and devoted teacher who help them. They also have several programs for the students to experience. The bus system is good as well. There are buses running all over the city to get you to places you need to go. Variety of things to do from malls to move theaters to skating rinks! Depending on the neighborhood, there are very nice and helpful people who will be a great assistance for you. There is a lot to do.
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• B+

• C

• 98,498 Population

Delaware Area

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY
• 23

Parent: I've lived here most of my life and have fell in love with it.
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• B

• C

• 11,041 Population

Washington Square

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY

• B

• C

• 6,413 Population

Historic Pastures

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY

• B

• C

• 1,425 Population

Beverwyck

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY

• B

• C

• 4,932 Population

Green Island

• Suburb of Albany, NY
• 1

• B

• C-

• 2,621 Population

Downtown

• Neighborhood in Albany, NY

• B-

• C

• 1,403 Population

Watervliet

• Suburb of Albany, NY
• 22

Nearby Resident: Watervliet is a close community, everyone knows everyone. One of my longest and most loyal friend comes from being my neighbor in Watervliet. There are also lots of places near Watervliet.
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• B-

• C

• 10,201 Population