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Albany, NY 12206
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Colvin Avenue Commons
60 Colvin Ave,
Albany,
NY
12206
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About Colvin Avenue Commons
At Colvin Avenue Commons, our Energy Star, eco-friendly, all-electric state of the art apartments allow for a comfortable, yet stylish lifestyle in a convenient location. Each newly constructed, airy apartment will allow you pride and comfort in your new home. We offer easy to use in-building laundry facilities and all the modern conveniences. Additionally, the building also has live-in maintenance staff on call for your needs. Colvin Avenue Commons gives you the worry-free lifestyle you have been searching for – at rents that make sense.
Colvin Avenue Commons is an apartment community located in Albany County and the 12206 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Albany City School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
60 Colvin Ave,
Albany,
NY
12206
Albany, New York combines historic architecture and contemporary living along the Hudson River. As the Capital District's center, the city balances government operations with welcoming neighborhoods. Current rental trends show moderate growth, with average rents ranging from $1,284 for studios to $1,914 for three-bedroom units, with an overall average of $1,506. The market has seen modest increases, with year-over-year changes varying from 1.8% to 3.5% across different unit sizes.
Albany's neighborhoods each offer distinct characteristics. Center Square features well-preserved row houses near local shops and restaurants, while Pine Hills sits close to educational institutions. Washington Park, an 81-acre green space designed in 1876, hosts summer concerts and provides winter recreation including ice skating. The Empire State Plaza and the New York State Capitol building create Albany's recognizable skyline.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Upper Washington Avenue | Albany, NY | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | - | $1,246 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,353 | $1,567 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,461 | $1,852 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,665 | $1,975 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 2.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 2.9 mi |
Colvin Avenue Commons is within 5 minutes or 1.8 miles from The College of Saint Rose. It is also near SUNY Albany, Uptown Campus and SUNY Albany, Downtown Campus.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
873 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
322 Students
Nearby
Public Elementary School
Grades PK-5
279 Students
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
2,929 Students
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
202 Students
Nearby
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
39 Students
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Walkability Near Colvin Avenue Commons
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
Scores provided by
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Active
Soundscore™
72
/ 100
Traffic
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Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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60 Colvin Ave
Albany, NY 12206