Welcome to Downtown: #AlbToTheCore. Downtown Albany is at the heart of our Capital City, serving as the hub that geographically connects the region, and while we are the Central Business District and seat of state government, we are also so much more.

In 2023, Albany was named the best place to live in New York, #17 overall in the country, and #7 place in the U.S. to raise a family by U.S. News & World Report, and it’s easy to see why.

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Living in downtown Albany means you are in the heart of Albany's Central Social District. You'll enjoy incredible views of historic architecture and public art and be steps from beautiful parks and world-class dining, shopping, and entertainment options.

It’s enjoying lunch amid downtown Albany, New York’s historic architecture. It’s relaxing on the weekend with a good book and cup of coffee. It’s running, or taking your dog for a walk, along the river. It’s all right here in our urban parks:

A flurry of downtown Albany events will take place in the month of December, starting with the larger two events, the Holiday Market and Hot Chocolate Stroll, which takes place on the first weekend in December, inviting guests to get into the holiday spirit against the …

Learn more about the benefits of commercial, retail and residential investment in downtown Albany and connect the dots to information on Downtown’s unique attributes, accessibility, quality of life, financing options, market data and more.

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