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About Albion
The Village of Albion (in the town of Albion) is the Orleans County seat and the county's commercial center, built along the Erie Canal with a compact, walkable Main Street. Housing is mostly late-1800s colonials, Victorians, and distinctive Medina sandstone homes, with modest postwar ranches on the edges.
Home prices in Albion
Home prices in Albion vary by neighborhood and property type.
Top places in Albion
- Erie Canal and the Main Street lift bridge
- Courthouse Square Historic District
- Mount Albion Cemetery
- Main Street shops, cafes, and the village downtown
- Medina sandstone homes along the historic streets
- Canal towpath for biking and walking
- Nearby Lake Ontario (about 15 minutes north)
Commuting from Albion
- Approximate drive to downtown Rochester: ~40–45 minutes (about 33 miles via NY-104; Rome2Rio cites 43–44 minutes, read September 24, 2026).
Schools in Albion
Public schools: Albion Central School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Albion FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Albion, NY?
Home prices in Albion vary by neighborhood and property type. - How is the commute from Albion, NY?
Approximate drive to downtown Rochester: ~40–45 minutes (about 33 miles via NY-104; Rome2Rio cites 43–44 minutes, read September 24, 2026). - Which school district serves Albion, NY?
Albion is served by Albion Central School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.