Pine Hills, Albany NY
Is Pine Hills a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe969
Medium847
Low1567
Other4440
244 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape120
Child involved80
Assault3
Other69
Crime Details:
Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.
| Crime date | Crime description | Address | Crime category |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a reported smoke alarm repeatedly sounding at an apartment on Bradford Street near Ontario and Partridge in Albany. Responders found a two-story wood-frame building with nothing showing from the outside and determined it was an apparent malfunctioning alarm. | Bradford St, Albany, NY 12206 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were sent to an automatic fire alarm at a three-story building on Clinton Avenue in Albany. The alarm was determined to be a malfunction and units were returned. Separately, crews were dispatched to a Bradford Street apartment building for a smoke alarm repeatedly sounding with no smoke or flames reported. | Clinton Ave, Albany, NY 12210 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conduct a traffic stop off New Scotland Avenue near a storage facility involving a black Cadillac Escalade with a corrected license plate number. | New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units respond to a medical call involving a 34-year-old woman reported sick in a downstairs apartment near Madison Avenue, Grand Street, and Phillips Street. | Madison Ave, Albany, NY 12202 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services dispatched for a possible overdose near Shaker Road apartments. Patient is an adult female who is conscious, alert, and breathing. | Shaker Rd, Albany, NY 12211 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded near North Lake Avenue and Second Street in Albany for a male bicyclist who reportedly rode into a parked car, causing a possible traumatic injury and suspected dislocated left hip in an approximately 20-year-old male. | N Lake Ave & 2nd St, Albany, NY 12206 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were dispatched to a possible burglary in progress at a residence on Clinton Street near Delaware Avenue and Chandler Street. A caller on an upper floor reported hearing an unknown man in the basement and believed no one else should be inside the home. | Clinton St, Albany, NY 12202 | Break-In |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to reports of heavy smoke near Mount Hope Drive and Little Lane in Albany. Units investigated an apparent smoke odor consistent with a campfire, with nothing visible on arrival. | Mt Hope Dr & Little Ln, Albany, NY 12202 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call reports a male who fell near New Scotland Ave and Panera, cross streets Holland Ave and Veterans Way. Fire units responded but could not locate the patient and later advised it was a known emergency dispatch problem; no one was found at the scene. | New Scotland Ave, Albany, NY 12208 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a 911 hang-up from northbound I-90 near mile marker 136.2 in Albany. Follow-up information from Albany County reported a possible road-rage incident involving an erratic tractor-trailer that was allegedly trying to run the caller’s vehicle off the road. | I-90, Albany, NY | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$281,146
Average Rent
$2,228
Vacancy Rate
9.3%
Overview
Pine Hills is a densely urban neighborhood in Albany, NY, with historic small apartment buildings and a large college student population.
The median home price is $281,146, with average rents at $2,228, both below most New York neighborhoods.
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Quick Facts
| College Enrollment | 20.2% |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Pine Hills' housing stock is dominated by small apartment buildings with a high renter occupancy rate.
| Small 2-4 Unit Apartment Buildings | 45.5% |
|---|---|
| Vacancy Rate | 9.3% |
| Housing Age | Mostly built before 1940 or between 1940-1969 |
What buyers will notice right away
Many residences date back to before 1940, offering character and history.
One of the most walkable neighborhoods in America.
Families & Lifestyle
Pine Hills has a large college student population and a diverse linguistic and cultural mix.
Large student population influences neighborhood life and seasonal activity.
Low child poverty rate compared to many U.S. neighborhoods.
Diverse Languages — English is most common, with Chinese, Spanish, and Urdu also spoken.
Cultural Ancestry — Notably high Ukrainian and Brazilian ancestry populations.
| College Enrollment | 20.2% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 4.2% |
Demographics
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 49.7% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
| College Enrollment | 20.2% |
| Foreign Born | 18.3% |
| Top Languages | ["English","Chinese","Spanish","Urdu"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Irish","Asian","German","Italian","English","Ukrainian","Brazilian"] |
Commute
Many residents enjoy walking to work or have short commutes by car.
Pine Hills offers walk-to-work options and moderate commute times.
Walkability — Among the highest walk-to-work rates in America.
Moderate Commutes — Most residents commute 15-30 minutes.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 52.5 |
| Carpool Rate | 14.1 |
| Walk to Work | 11.7 |
Homes for sale near 12208
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$184,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,652 sqft
5775 S Camino Del Sol #12208
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Pine Hills?
The median home price is $281,146.
How many residents walk to work?
About 11.7% of residents walk to work.
What is the vacancy rate?
The vacancy rate is 9.3%, near the national middle range.