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<p>Albany is a small city directly north of Berkeley, essentially functioning as an extension of Berkeley's housing market for UC Berkeley students who want Berkeley proximity at slightly lower rents. The city borders Berkeley's Northside neighborhood and is served by AC Transit buses connecting directly to campus. Albany's main commercial strip is Solano Avenue, a walkable stretch of restaurants and shops that functions as a neighborhood center. Most students here chose Albany over Berkeley proper for the marginal rent savings and slightly quieter residential streets.</p>
Common questions from students searching for housing.
Albany runs $950-$1,400/mo per person — slightly cheaper than comparable Berkeley units but not dramatically so. The small price discount comes at the cost of a 10-15 minute bike or bus commute to campus.