Linn County | Population: ~56,500 | Corvallis/Albany Metro
Known for one of the largest collections of historic homes in Oregon, Albany sits at the confluence of the Willamette and Calapooia Rivers and offers a more affordable alternative to nearby Corvallis and Salem.
The Monteith and Hackleman historic districts feature well-preserved 19th- and early-20th-century homes, while the city’s north and east sides have newer subdivisions.
Monteith Historic District — Albany’s founding district, filled with Victorian-era homes.
Hackleman Historic District — A working-class historic district of Craftsman bungalows.
Downtown Commercial District — Albany’s historic commercial core.
Airport Historic District — A National Register district tied to Albany’s early aviation history.
North Albany — Newer growth across the Willamette River with valley views.
South Albany — Family-friendly streets near South Albany High School.
Waverly Lake Area — Homes near Albany’s namesake lake and park.
Periwinkle — A residential pocket near the Calapooia River.
Takena — An established central Albany neighborhood.
Riverfront/Downtown — Albany’s revitalizing riverside core.
- One of the largest concentrations of historic homes in the Pacific Northwest
- Central Willamette Valley location with easy access to I-5
- Annual events like the Northwest Art & Air Festival
- More affordable than neighboring Corvallis and the Portland metro
Albany’s relative affordability and historic housing stock have made it increasingly attractive to buyers priced out of Corvallis and Salem, while still offering an easy commute to both.
Grades modeled on Niche.com’s Public Schools and Commute categories; Public Transit reflects the Commute grade, the closest available proxy.
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