East Washington, Albany, CA
At a glance
East Washington is ranked #6 of 12 neighborhoods in Albany with an overall score of 4.3/5. Its standout factors are nearby merchants (5.0/5) and schools (4.7/5, 6th of 12 in Albany), at a median home price of $1.38M, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $33,000. No factor scores below 3.5/5, its weakest being curb appeal.
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East Washington is Albany’s classic central grid: four-block runs of early 20th-century bungalows and tidy cottages framed by mature magnolias. The district sits between lively Solano Avenue restaurants and Memorial Park’s ballfields, dog run, and year-round Aquatic Center, so residents can choose farmers-market bustle or lawn-chair picnics within a five-minute stroll. Lots are compact but level, and many backyards host raised-bed gardens or accessory dwellings added under Albany’s generous ADU rules. Traffic is light because the interior streets dead-end at Key Route Boulevard or Colusa Avenue, making the zone popular for chalk-drawing kids and evening dog walks. Commuters reach North Berkeley or El Cerrito Plaza BART in about ten minutes by bike via the Ohlone Greenway, and I-80 is just far enough away that freeway noise is a non-issue. Housing turnover is rare, but when listings do appear they draw multiple offers thanks to Albany’s coveted K-12 schools and the promise of car-lite living in the East Bay.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants5.0
Public Spaces4
Curb Appeal3.5
Overall Amenities score: 4
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Marin Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Ocean View Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Beach Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Havens Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Wildwood Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Albany Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Albany High | High | 9-12 |
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East Washington FAQs10 answers
Is East Washington a good place to live?
East Washington ranks 6th of 12 neighborhoods in Albany with an overall Houseberry score of 4.3 out of 5. Its strongest factors are nearby merchants (5.0/5) and schools (4.7/5).
Is East Washington safe?
East Washington, Albany scores 4.3 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 6th of 12 neighborhoods in Albany.
What do homes in East Washington cost?
The median home price in East Washington, Albany is $1.38M, compared with $1.37M for Albany as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $33,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in East Washington rising or falling?
The median home price in East Washington, Albany is up about 5.2% over the past 12 months, from $1.31M to $1.38M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve East Washington?
Schools serving East Washington, Albany include Cornell Elementary (4.7/5), Marin Elementary (4.5/5), Ocean View Elementary (3.5/5), Beach Elementary (5.0/5) and Havens Elementary (4.7/5). 3 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in East Washington?
East Washington, Albany receives 77% of its possible sunshine, 5th of 12 in Albany. Summer days run 56° to 72°F and winter days 45° to 60°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 24 inches a year.
Is East Washington walkable to shops and restaurants?
East Washington, Albany scores 5.0 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.0 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 4.0 out of 5, 3rd of 12 in Albany.
What is East Washington known for?
East Washington, Albany is associated with Memorial Park Proximity, Walkable Grid and Albany School Zone. Its highest-scoring factors are nearby merchants (5.0/5) and schools (4.7/5).
How does East Washington compare to other Albany neighborhoods?
East Washington ranks 6th of 12 neighborhoods in Albany. It ranks 6th of 12 in Albany for schools (4.7/5) and scores lowest on curb appeal (3.5/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Albany are Hillside and San Gabriel Triangle.
What are the downsides of living in East Washington?
East Washington, Albany scores lowest on curb appeal (3.5/5).
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