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Eleanor Cook
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Raising a family in Albany -thoughts?
Hey folks, Been living here since 2009. Household incomes average around $59,485 in Albany. Homes are going for about $223,000 on average. Rent is about $1,178/month for a decent place. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Property taxes are high but you get good services.
Pros:
- Friendly people
- Diverse community
- Walkable downtown
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons:
- Hot summers
- Cold winters
- Limited nightlife
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Not enough green space
What neighborhoods would you suggest? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
Pros:
- Friendly people
- Diverse community
- Walkable downtown
- Good internet infrastructure
Cons:
- Hot summers
- Cold winters
- Limited nightlife
- Chain restaurants dominate
- Not enough green space
What neighborhoods would you suggest? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The suburbs are where most families end up. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.
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