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East Shore, Albany, CA

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Ranked 4th /12 in Albany, CA

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

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    Price
    $1.29M
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    Undervalued
    $34k(2)
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    1%(2)

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At a glance

East Shore is ranked #4 of 12 neighborhoods in Albany with an overall score of 4.5/5. Its standout factors are safety (4.7/5, 2nd of 12 in Albany) and schools (4.7/5), at a median home price of $1.29M, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $269,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (3.0/5) and curb appeal (3.0/5).

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Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Waterfront Trail Access, Low-maintenance Homes, Fast Freeway Commute

East Shore offers bayfront living in a row of modern condos and townhouses lining Pierce Street with sweeping sunset views across the water. The Bay Trail and Peggy Thomsen Park sit just outside most front doors, letting joggers, dog walkers, and cyclists connect all the way to Berkeley Marina or Richmond’s shoreline paths. Shopping is practical rather than charming-big-box retail and groceries are a five-minute drive at Eastshore or El Cerrito Plaza. Highway and rail noise are the trade-offs for quick I-80 access, but double-pane windows and newer construction keep interiors surprisingly quiet. HOA communities handle exterior upkeep, attracting professionals and downsizers who want low-maintenance homes plus wilderness vibes at Albany Hill Park across the street.

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Neighborhood Amenities

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    Near good merchants

    3.0

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    Public Spaces

    4

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    3

Overall Amenities score: 3.4

Neighborhood Weather

76%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 76% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
East Shore is the least sunny of Albany's 12 neighborhoods, and it out-suns about a tenth of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is September, averaging 74° highs, and it gets about 23 inches of rain a year, the driest in the city.
Average daily high and low temperature
75°60°45°30°JFMAMJJASONDSep 74°
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Rank in Albany
12th of 12
Across the Bay Area
9th percentile
Rain per year
23 in driest in city
Warmest month
Sep 74° avg high
Summer day
56° → 72°F
Winter day
45° → 59°F
Sunshine and temperature figures are 30-year climate averages for this neighborhood's location.

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
Cornell Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.7/5
Marin Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.5/5
Ocean View Elementary PrimaryK-5
3.5/5
Beach Elementary PrimaryK-5
5/5
Wildwood Elementary PrimaryK-5
5/5
Albany Middle Middle6-8
4.3/5
Albany High High9-12
5/5

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Houseberry School Score Data

from CA Dept. of Education

Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.

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East Shore FAQs10 answers

Is East Shore a good place to live?

East Shore ranks 4th of 12 neighborhoods in Albany with an overall Houseberry score of 4.5 out of 5. Its strongest factors are safety (4.7/5) and schools (4.7/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (3.0/5) and curb appeal (3.0/5).

Is East Shore safe?

East Shore, Albany scores 4.7 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 2nd of 12 neighborhoods in Albany.

What do homes in East Shore cost?

The median home price in East Shore, Albany is $1.29M, compared with $1.37M for Albany as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $269,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in East Shore rising or falling?

The median home price in East Shore, Albany is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $1.29M against $1.29M a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve East Shore?

Schools serving East Shore, Albany include Cornell Elementary (4.7/5), Marin Elementary (4.5/5), Ocean View Elementary (3.5/5), Beach Elementary (5.0/5) and Wildwood Elementary (5.0/5). 2 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.

What is the weather like in East Shore?

East Shore, Albany receives 76% of its possible sunshine, the least sunny of Albany's 12 neighborhoods. Summer days run 56° to 72°F and winter days 45° to 59°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 23 inches a year.

Is East Shore walkable to shops and restaurants?

East Shore, Albany scores 3.0 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.0 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.4 out of 5, 11th of 12 in Albany.

What is East Shore known for?

East Shore, Albany is associated with Waterfront Trail Access, Low-maintenance Homes and Fast Freeway Commute. Its highest-scoring factors are safety (4.7/5) and schools (4.7/5).

How does East Shore compare to other Albany neighborhoods?

East Shore ranks 4th of 12 neighborhoods in Albany. It ranks 2nd of 12 in Albany for safety (4.7/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (3.0/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Albany are NOMAR and East Washington.

What are the downsides of living in East Shore?

East Shore, Albany scores lowest on nearby merchants (3.0/5) and curb appeal (3.0/5).

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