Albany Homes under $600,000

**Discover Albany, California: A Hidden Gem in Alameda County**

Nestled along the scenic shores of the San Francisco Bay, Albany, California, is a charming city that beautifully blends small-town warmth with urban convenience. With its picturesque tree-lined streets and vibrant community spirit, Albany is a place where neighbors become friends and families thrive. Known for its excellent schools, diverse dining options, and a plethora of parks, Albany is an ideal setting for those seeking a balanced lifestyle.

One of the most appealing aspects of Albany is its accessibility. Just a short drive or BART ride away from the bustling cities of Berkeley and San Francisco, residents enjoy the best of both worlds: a peaceful suburban environment coupled with the excitement of city life. The city is also home to a thriving arts scene, with local galleries and theaters showcasing the talents of its residents.

For homebuyers looking for affordability without compromising on quality of life, Albany offers an impressive selection of homes priced under $600,000. These properties provide an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers, young professionals, and families looking to establish roots in a welcoming community. From charming bungalows to modern condos, there’s a diverse array of options that cater to different tastes and needs.

Albany's commitment to preserving its unique character while fostering growth makes it an attractive destination for those seeking a place to call home. With a strong sense of community, abundant recreational opportunities, and a range of affordable housing, Albany is truly a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. Come explore the possibilities and make Albany your next home!

Newest Albany Homes under $600,000

$499,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ EB41150260 MLS ⋅ GATEVIEW BLDG.

Welcome home to this beautifully remodeled 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo on the 10th floor, with a one-of-a-kind updated design. West-South west facing windows frame views of the San Francisco Bay from Marin to Oakland. The building offers resort-style amenities, including a swimming pool, sauna, fitness center, and tennis courts, plus 24-hour security for peace of mind. One assigned parking space is included. HOA Dues includes water, garbage, parking, and cable TV/internet. This is an all Electric Building The location is hard to beat. You're minutes from 99 Ranch Market, the Solano Avenue shops and restaurants, Pierce Street Park, and the open shoreline of the Albany Bulb, with easy access to public transportation.

555 Pierce St 1001, Albany

Listed by Richard Smith, (510) 915-6158 from Albany Hill Realty
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$499,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ EB41149985 MLS ⋅ GATEVIEW BLDG.

Welcome home to this beautiful 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo on the 10th floor, West-facing windows frame views of the San Francisco Bay The building offers resort-style amenities, including a swimming pool, sauna, fitness center, and tennis courts, plus 24-hour security for peace of mind. One assigned parking space is included. HOA Dues include water, garbage, parking, and cable TV/internet. This is an all electric building. The location is hard to beat. You're minutes from 99 Ranch Market, the Solano Avenue shops and restaurants, Pierce Street Park, and the open shoreline of the Albany Bulb, with easy access to public transportation.

555 Pierce St 1033, Albany

Listed by Richard Smith, (510) 915-6158 from Albany Hill Realty
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$578,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ BE41149390 MLS ⋅ BRIDGEWATER BLDG.

Welcome to this bright and inviting 2-bed, 2-bath condo offering comfort, convenience, and an exceptional array of community amenities. Freshly painted and new carpeting throughout, this move-in-ready home features newer kitchen and bathroom cabinetry with marble countertops. Additional highlights include a fireplace, in-unit washer/dryer, reverse osmosis water filter system and separate storage room. HOA covers water, sewer, garbage and cable/internet. You only pay for gas/electric! Abundant natural light and partial SF Bay views add to the appeal. TWO assigned parking spaces and eight new recently installed EV charging stations. Enjoy a peaceful, secure community with amenities including a pool, hot tub, fitness center, sauna, clubhouse, and dedicated pet area. Commuting is a breeze with the TransBay bus service to San Francisco picking up and dropping off directly in front of the building. Easy freeway access. El Cerrito BART approx 1-mile away. With its thoughtful updates, two parking spaces, extensive amenities, and convenient location, this condo offers comfortable East Bay living.

545 Pierce St 3204, Albany

Listed by Greg Verhey, (858) 344-5707 from Pellego, Inc
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$410,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ BE41148306 MLS ⋅ GATEVIEW BLDG.

Welcome to 555 Pierce St #522, a beautifully maintained 1-bedroom, 1-bath condo in Albany's highly sought-after Gateview Condominiums. The moment you step inside, it's easy to see what makes this home special-the views. Step out onto your private balcony and take in sweeping Bay Area scenery, including the San Francisco skyline, Bay Bridge, Golden Gate and surrounding landscape, creating an incredible backdrop to everyday living. Offering approximately 745 square feet, the home features a bright, open floor plan that seamlessly connects the living and dining areas, making it ideal for both relaxing and entertaining. Well maintained and truly move-in ready, this is a fantastic opportunity for a first-time homebuyer, someone looking to downsize, or anyone seeking a low-maintenance Bay Area lifestyle. Gateview Condominiums offers an impressive collection of amenities, including gated parking, on-site security, a swimming pool, fitness center, tennis courts, sauna, and more. Located within the highly sought-after Albany school district and close to shopping, dining, transportation, and convenient access to San Francisco and destinations throughout the Bay Area, this home offers an exceptional combination of comfort, convenience, and lifestyle. Come experience the views, location, and

555 Pierce St 522, Albany

Listed by Noah Maass, (510) 289-5542 from KW Advisors
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$588,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ EB41146160 MLS ⋅ BAYSIDE BLDG.

Among the most extensively updated homes at Bayside Commons, this move-in-ready ground floor residence offers a rare combination of modern finishes, quality improvements, and comfortable living in one of Albany's most amenity-rich communities. Inside, you'll find premium contractor-grade SPC flooring throughout with exceptional acoustic insulation (IIC sound rating of 72-73). The remodeled kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, modern cabinetry, and a convenient breakfast bar that opens to the main living space. The spacious primary suite includes a newly updated bathroom with a custom tile shower, sleek glass enclosure, and contemporary fixtures-work completed and approved with permits. The hallway bathroom has also been refreshed with a refinished tub and surround, along with updated fixtures and faucets. An in-unit laundry room includes a washer and dryer installed in 2024. Thoughtful improvements throughout create a cohesive, modern feel and allow the next owner to move in and enjoy the home immediately. Bayside Commons residents enjoy a heated pool, spa, sauna, fitness center, sports courts, and children's play area. HOA dues (which have not been raised in 5 years! Very rare these days) provide excellent value by covering water, internet, and man

535 Pierce Street Unit #3109, Albany

Listed by David Yi, (510) 917-0447 from Light Realty Inc.
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$489,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ EB41145962 MLS

Spacious Corner Unit featuring 2BR2BA+Additional room converted from the dining area. Located in a desirable Albany neighborhood. Highly rated Albany schools. Enjoy beautiful Bay views from balcony, while the master bedroom and living room windows overlook serene, forested hillsides where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of birds and local wildlife. This unique setting offers the best of both worlds-the vibrant energy of the city and the peaceful beauty of nature. HOA includes exterior maintenance, Comcast TV/internet, water, garbage, sewer, 24-hour security, a deeded storage and parking stall. Amenities: heated swimming pool, two tennis courts, gym, sauna, jacuzzi, hot tub, ping-pong room, and clubhouse available for private gatherings. Conveniently located near Costco, shopping centers, restaurants, Pacific East Mall, El Cerrito BART, and AC Transit bus stops. Just minutes by car from Berkeley, Oakland, and San Francisco.

555 Pierce St 1021, Albany

Listed by Yue Hua Cao, (415) 652-1678 from PACIFIC SALES & MANAGEMENT
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$495,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ EB41145084 MLS ⋅ GATEVIEW BLDG.

Elevated Living, Thoughtfully Updated Condo. Set on the 11th floor, this hillside-facing condo is a hidden gem of the complex, offering a rare combination of comfort, light, and calm. The kitchen and both bathrooms have been updated in a sleek, contemporary style, including an extra-deep primary suite tub for long soaks to melt away the stress of the day. With wood floors throughout, this home is truly move-in ready. Floor-to-ceiling windows in each bedroom fill the space with light and a genuine sense of room to breathe. From the bedrooms and from the balcony off the living room, the view is of hillside trees and nature - a quiet, green outlook that changes gently with the seasons and makes morning coffee or evening wind-down feel a little more restorative. Deer sightings and morning birdsong are the norm. Amenities include tennis courts, a gym, and a sauna and jacuzzi for unwinding, a swimming pool, plus included high-speed internet and a deeded parking space. Minutes to Ranch 99, Albany Bulb, and Solano Avenue shops and dining, with easy El Cerrito BART, AC Transit bus, and freeway access for a simple East Bay commute, and an Albany address for highly rated schools.

555 Pierce St 1125, Albany

Listed by Tania Balazs Jacard, (510) 206-2686 from Red Oak Realty
(If provided) CoList: Lisa Robesch from Red Oak Realty

$399,950

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ CC41144753 MLS ⋅ ALBANY HILL BLDG.

An incredible opportunity to own in Albany for under $400,000! Perfectly positioned for buyers seeking an updated, low-maintenance home with convenient access to San Francisco, Berkeley and Oakland. This stylish 1-bedroom Condo combines location, views and value. Step inside and you'll immediately notice the natural light, refinished hardwood floors and incredible panoramic outlook stretching from the Oakland skyline across the Albany hills. The highly functional kitchen has been updated with Quartz countertops, white subway tile backsplash, white shaker cabinets, 5 burner electric cooktop/oven, double-basin sink with disposal, dishwasher, built-in microwave, and stainless steel refrigerator. The spacious living area takes in fantastic natural lighting from the triple panel dual pane wall windows with a slider to the private balcony. The views from the Oakland Skyline to the Albany valley/hills are simply breathtaking! The modern bathroom includes a half glass shower over tub, updated vanity/sink, and tile flooring. The complex is in a natural setting with greenery & trees in the center area. There is a community BBQ area and laundry facility equipped with credit card payment readers. Dedicated parking spot #10. The location of the Albany Hills Condo complex is just minutes from

785 Taft Ave 10, Albany

Listed by Frank Bermudez, (925) 457-3696 from eXp Realty of California, Inc.
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$585,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ EB41142570 MLS ⋅ BAYSIDE BLDG.

Welcome home to this beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2-bath condominium in Bayside Commons, offering modern finishes, an exceptional location, and access to the highly acclaimed Albany School District. This light-filled home features an updated kitchen, remodeled bathrooms, fresh interior paint, engineered hardwood flooring throughout, in-unit laundry, and an open, functional floor plan. Step out onto the private balcony to enjoy beautiful views of the San Francisco Bay. A rare bonus, this home includes two dedicated parking spaces in the gated garage, offering exceptional convenience and value. Residents of Bayside Commons enjoy an impressive collection of resort-style amenities, including a swimming pool, hot tub, saunas, fitness center, tennis court, basketball court, clubhouse, and beautifully maintained park-like grounds. Commuters will love the unbeatable location with immediate access to I-80 and I-580, while shopping and dining are just minutes away at Pacific East Mall, Costco, El Cerrito Plaza (featuring Trader Joe's and Lucky), and El Cerrito Plaza BART. AC Transit Transbay bus service conveniently stops right outside the complex, making travel to San Francisco and throughout the East Bay effortless. Whether you're looking for an easy commute, outstanding amenities,

535 Pierce St 1207, Albany

Listed by Tom Coble, (510) 915-1615 from Winkler Real Estate Group
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$448,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ EB41140843 MLS

Rare top-floor 1 bedroom, 1 bath condo perfectly located in the heart of coveted Albany. Steps from El Cerrito Plaza, BART, Trader Joe's, buses, restaurants, and few mins to Pacific East Mall, Costco, Sprouts, Targets, and top-rated Albany Schools (K-12). Truly walker's and Biker's Paradise! 2 secured garage parking spaces plus bonus storage space. 10 minutes drive to UC Berkeley.

417 Evelyn Ave 205, Albany

Listed by Xiuju Sun, (626) 500-7082 from Compass
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$465,000

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ EB41136006 MLS ⋅ GATEVIEW BLDG.

This unit has a beautiful Wooded View location. The home was remodeleed just over 6 years ago and is in great condition. Great Albany location. Close to the Pacific East Mall shopping and dining. Also close to Solano Avenue shopping and Pierce St. Park and public transportation. The complex includes Laundry facitiities, a Gym, Parking for one car, 24 hour security, Laundry facilities, Tennis courts and a club house.

555 Pierce St 536, Albany

Listed by Richard Smith, (510) 915-6158 from Albany Hill Realty
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$359,000

1 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ EB41132051 MLS ⋅ GATEVIEW BLDG.

This updated home has beautiful views of the San Francisco Bay. Located on the 14th floor, this 1BR 1BA Condo could be yours. Gateview has so much to offer. Close to 99 Ranch Market, public transportation parks, Solano Avenue shops, Swimming Pool, Sauna, Gym, Tennis courts and 24 hour security. And the Albany Schools are a plus.

555 Pierce St 1424, Albany

Listed by Richard Smith, (510) 915-6158 from Albany Hill Realty
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