Company Logo
Contact us: 563.441.1776
SIGN UP / Sign In
  • Buy
    • Find A Home
      • Property Search
      • Map Search
      • New Listings
      • Our Listings
      • Open Houses
      • Sold Properties
      • Rentals
    • Buyer Resources
      • Guide To Buying A Home
      • Understanding Buyer Representation
      • Frequently Asked Questions

        You've got questions, we've got answers

      • Pre-Approval

        How to determine your price range

      • Home Buyer's Checklist

        Everything you need to confidently buy your new home

      • Paperwork

        What you need to know

      • Preferred Vendors

        Find trusted vendors in your area

      • Utilities Resource Guide

        Find utility information for your area

  • Sell
    • Seller Resources
      • Frequently Asked Questions

        You've got questions, we've got answers

      • What's Your Property Worth?

        Find out how much your home is worth

      • Seller's Checklist

        Everything you need to confidently sell your property

      • Getting Ready For The Move
      • Your Home's Curb Appeal
      • Nelson Brothers Insurance
    • More
      • Marketing Your Property

        Learn how we market your home

      • Guide To Selling Your Property
  • Agents
    • Agent Search
    • Join Our Team
  • Facts & Trends
  • Communities
    • All Communities
    • The Quad Cities
    • Cedar Rapids Area
    • Iowa City Area
    • Dubuque Area
    • Galena Area
    • Muscatine Area
    • Burlington Area
    • Clinton Area
    • DeWitt Area
  • Services
    • Loan Application Checklists
    • Ruhl Mortgage
    • Relocation
    • Nelson Brothers Insurance
    • Home Warranties
    • Home Service Vendors
    • Utilities Resource Guide
    • Farm & Land
    • New Construction
    • Property Management
    • Real Estate Property Investment
    • Home Inspectors
  • Get Pre-Approved
  • About Us
    • Our History
    • Our Culture
    • Leadership Team
    • Our Offices
    • Map Coverage
    • Ruhl Blog
Company Logo

Albany, Illinois Homes For Sale & Real Estate

Facts & Trends View 3 Listings
Popular NeighborhoodsPopular SearchesStatsFeaturedPrice SearchBlogTrendsBrowse Markets

Living in Albany, IL

Albany, Illinois is a close knit small town known for its scenic riverside setting and strong community spirit. Located along the Mississippi River, the town offers a peaceful rural lifestyle while remaining conveniently close to larger cities such as Clinton, Iowa. With tree lined streets, open farmland, and beautiful river views, Albany reflects the classic charm of Midwestern river towns.

The community stays active throughout the year by hosting local events that bring residents together. Popular traditions include Halloween Fest, City Wide Garage Sales, and the well known Miss Flame Festival. These celebrations highlight the town’s welcoming atmosphere and give neighbors a chance to connect and enjoy time together.

Real estate in Albany is made up primarily of single family homes, including historic houses, ranch style properties, and some newer construction. Many homes feature spacious lots, detached garages, and quiet residential surroundings. Buyers are often drawn to Albany for its affordability, privacy, and opportunities to purchase land or homes with long term potential.

Residents appreciate Albany for its relaxed pace of life and easy access to outdoor recreation. Fishing, boating, and riverside walks are common activities, while nearby communities provide access to schools, shopping, and healthcare services. With its combination of natural beauty, small town friendliness, and attainable housing options, Albany continues to be an appealing place to call home along the Mississippi River.


If you’re ready to begin your home buying or selling journey, browse the latest real estate listings in Albany, IL. You can also contact us, because with Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors You’re Never on Your Own!

Nearest Ruhl&Ruhl Office: Clinton
301 North Second Street
Clinton, IA 52732
(563) 441-1776



Albany History

The first settlers in what is now Albany, Illinois arrived shortly after the end of the Black Hawk War in 1832. Among the earliest settlers was the Slocum family, who established a small community along the Mississippi River. The settlement was originally called Port Newbury, then later VanBuren, before the name Albany was officially adopted in 1836.

Albany’s early development was closely tied to nearby Camanche, Iowa, located directly across the river. After the United States opened the Iowa territory for settlement following the war, pioneers traveled up the Mississippi River and began establishing towns throughout the region. Edwin Corbin and David Mitchell were among those who helped formally establish Albany in 1835. With steamboats regularly traveling along the Mississippi, Albany quickly became a center for trade and commerce for surrounding river communities.

A tragic event on June 3, 1860, changed the course of the town’s growth. A powerful tornado struck the area, devastating both Camanche and Albany and causing significant loss of life and property. The destruction slowed development in the region, but the community endured and rebuilt.

Today, Albany’s rich history and early role as a Mississippi River settlement remain an important part of its identity. Much of the town’s story and heritage has been preserved and documented by historian Helen Hanson in her book Albany Echoes.

Helpful Links

  • Albany Chamber of Commerce

Search More Albany Homes

Homes Search
Search Albany Neighborhoods
Select a Neighborhood

Popular Albany Neighorhoods

  • Lakeside
  • Eagle Ridge
  • Unavailable
  • Oakland
  • Metes Bounds
  • Hunters Ridge
VIEW ALL NEIGHBORHOODS

Popular Albany Home Searches

  • Albany Neighborhoods
  • Albany School Districts
  • Homes for Sale
  • Land for Sale
  • Homes With Home Office
  • Homes With Finished Basement

Albany, IL Real Estate Statistics

  • Total Homes3
  • Avg. Size In Sq. Ft.1,808
  • Avg. Age In Years97
  • Avg. Days On Market108
  • Minimum Price$47,500
  • Maximum Price$274,900
  • Average Price$164,100
  • Avg. Price Per Sq. Ft.$91

Latest Homes For Sale in Albany, IL

Homes Search
Loading...

Search Albany Real Estate by Price

  • Less than $100,000
  • $100,000 - $200,000
  • $200,000 - $300,000
  • $300,000 - $400,000
  • $400,000 - $500,000
  • $500,000 - $600,000
  • $600,000 - $700,000
  • $700,000 - $800,000
  • $800,000 - $900,000
  • $900,000 - $1,000,000
  • $1 Million +

Other Illinois Real Estate Markets

  • Albany
  • Coal Valley
  • Colona
  • Cordova
  • Dixon
  • East Dubuque
  • East Galesburg
  • East Moline
  • Erie
  • Fulton
  • Galena
  • Galesburg
  • Geneseo
  • Highland Place
  • Illinois Quad Cities
  • Kirkwood
  • Knoxville
  • Lighthouse Landing
  • Mercer
  • Milan
  • Moline
  • Monmouth
  • Morrison
  • Oak Run
  • Orion
  • Port Byron
  • Prophetstown
  • Quad Cities
  • Rapids City
  • Rock Falls
  • Rock Island
  • Sherrard
  • Silvis
  • Sterling
  • Stone Gate On Zuma Creek
  • Thomson
  • Timberline Estates
  • Viola

Receive New Listing Emails
For Albany

Albany New Listings Email Sign Up Form

Let Us Help

Not finding what you are looking for?

Call or Text 1.563.441.1776

Let‘s Connect

Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors

5704 Utica Ridge Road
Davenport, IA 52807

Call or Text 1.563.441.1776

CustomerService@RuhlHomes.com

Real estate agents ready to serve you | Browse homes and real estate for sale

Disclaimer: All information deemed reliable but not guaranteed. All properties are subject to prior sale, change or withdrawal. Neither listing broker(s) or information provider(s) shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. Listing(s) information is provided for consumers personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information on this site was last updated 04/01/2026. The listing information on this page last changed on 04/01/2026. The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Internet Data Exchange program of Delta Media Group MLS (last updated Wed 04/01/2026 7:36:07 AM EST) or MRED MLS (last updated Wed 04/01/2026 7:20:17 AM EST) or SCWMLS (last updated Tue 03/31/2026 11:54:41 PM EST) or Rockford Board of Realtors (NWIAR) (last updated Tue 03/31/2026 10:15:14 PM EST) or Cedar Rapids MLS (last updated Wed 04/01/2026 6:51:26 AM EST) or NEIRBR MLS (last updated Wed 04/01/2026 7:28:42 AM EST) or ICAAR MLS (last updated Tue 03/31/2026 11:37:31 PM EST) or ECIMLS (last updated Tue 03/31/2026 11:44:31 PM EST) or RMLSA (last updated Wed 04/01/2026 1:10:57 AM EST) or Muscatine MLS (last updated Wed 04/01/2026 2:00:22 AM EST) or No Coast MLS (last updated Wed 04/01/2026 7:04:02 AM EST). Real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Ruhl&Ruhl Realtors may be marked with the Internet Data Exchange logo and detailed information about those properties will include the name of the listing broker(s) when required by the MLS. All rights reserved.
Privacy Policy / DMCA Notice / ADA Accessibility
Federal Housing Equal Opportunity Realtor
This site is hosted, designed and copyright © 1994 - 2026 by Delta Media Group, Inc. -- Patent Pending --
Agents Only Login   

Login to My Homefinder

Forgot Password

Register

Pixel

We have detected that you have cookies disabled.

We respect your concerns about privacy and value the relationship that we have with you.
Like many sites, we use cookies on our website to collect information to help improve your browsing experience. The cookies that we use allow our website to work and help us to understand what information is most useful to visitors.

For the best website browsing experience, please enable cookies. Go here for instructions on how to enable cookies on your browser.