The South End/Groesbeckville Historic District is located within the South End neighborhood in Albany. It is one of thirteen historic districts recognized by the city. The district’s unique architecture is what deems it as historic. Many of the row houses in the Groesbeckville Historic District are classified as Federal architecture, dating back to the late 1780’s through the early 1880’s. This style of architecture became popular after the Revolutionary War, when American architects turned away from the colonial style and to the federal style. This is a style of architecture that is distinctly American, symbolizing freedom from Britain. A lot of the row housing consists of painted brick, three or four story buildings. All of the roofs are flat, and the facades are very basic, but contain elaborate cornices. Also, many of the buildings still contain the original iron railings leading up the front steps. Historic District Addresses:
South End/Groesbeckville Historic District 
Alexander Street: 1-69; 2-64;
Bassett Street: School 1; 81-83; 48-76;
Broad Street: 45-159; 40-190;
Catherine Street: 1-81; 2-74;
Clinton Street: 15-151; 34-154;
Delaware Street: 1-39; 2-48;
Elizabeth Street: All;
Fourth Avenue: 105-153; Firehouse, Bath House, 100-152;
Franklin Street: St. Ann’s/St. John’s Church and Center; 120-150; 159-169;
Morton Avenue: 2-84 (even only);
Osborne Street: 1-15 (odd only);
Plum Street: 55-65; 52-56;
Schuyler Street: 97-John Howe Library; 84-108;
Second Avenue: 1-59; 2-58;
South Pearl Street: 289-477; 298-338
Stephen Street: All;
Teunis Street: All;
Third Avenue: 1-69; 2-82;
Historic Pastures District
The Historic Pastures District is located in the South End of Albany, just East of South Pearl Street. This mixed-income neighborhood contains some of the oldest housing stock in the city, giving the area a unique sense of charm and authenticity.
To the right: a street-level view of the Pastures District.
To the left: the view looking down Westerlo Street from the Hudson River.
To the right: an abandoned church in the Pastures District portrays great potential in the architecture of the South End.
Historic Mansion District
The Mansion Neighborhood gets its name from the historic Queen Anne style Governor’s Executive Mansion, built in 1856. Tours of the complex are given weekly, for more information please visit the Executive Mansion’s website. All of the buildings east of the Mansion are considered to make up the Mansion Neighborhood, and are deemed historic for their great architectural value. This South End historic district is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
To the right: Brownstone Apartments on Eagle Street facing the Governor's Mansion.
For additional information, visit the Mansion Neighborhood website.
Above: Front view of the Governor's Mansion.
Delaware Avenue Neighborhood
The Delaware Avenue Neighborhood is one of the most diverse neighborhoods in the city of Albany. The area boasts individuals from many different cultures, and the households range from the retired, to families, to college students. It is a mixed-use neighborhood, with both commercial and residential zoning. There is much to do in this walking community, as it is home to the Spectrum movie theatre, along with a variety of restaurants, shops and churches.
For additional information, visit Delaware Avenue Neighborhood Association website.
Hudson/Park Neighborhood
The Hudson/Park neighborhood is located southwest of the Empire State Plaza just adjacent to Center Square. This up and coming neighborhood contains historic row houses, as well as a few restaurants and bars.
For additional information, visit the Hudson/Park Neighborhood Association website.
