Opportunity awaits with this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in the South Colonie School District! Featuring central air, hardwood and ceramic tile floors, and a beautifully updated kitchen with tile flooring, newer appliances, and plenty of space for everyday living. The full bath was updated in 2021, and the roof was replaced in 2022. Enjoy year-round relaxation in the four-season enclosed porch, or step outside to your spacious, level backyard featuring a gorgeous in-ground pool and gazebo--perfect for summer entertaining. Conveniently located in a desirable neighborhood with low taxes, this home offers comfort, updates, and plenty of outdoor enjoyment.
Opportunity awaits for this 3br, 1.5 bath home with central air, hardwood and ceramic tile floors and fresh paint. The beautiful kitchen was updated in 2018 with new stove (2021) and other appliances (2016). Bathroom recently updated (2021). You will love spending time in the gorgeous in ground pool (new liner 2020) and gazebo in your spacious, level yard. You also have a 4 season enclosed porch for you to enjoy year round. All this in a convenient neighborhood with low taxes and South Colonie schools. Sale is contingent on sellers securing their home of choice. Excellent Condition
Global MLS #201506434
Jul 23, 2015
Sold
$170,000
$114/sq ft
Apr 24, 2015
Listing Removed
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Apr 13, 2015
Listed
$169,999
$114/sq ft
+18
Well built home is ready for your personal touch! Newer roof, siding windows and central AC means the expensive items are done. Hardwood floors and 4 season sunroom. Partially finished basement with half bath and laundry area w/utility sink. All appliances incl. Bedroom on 2nd floor w/2 huge closets. Lot measures 80 x 171 x 83 x 149 fenced backyard goes to 2nd fence. Taxes for new buyer: School $2862.04 minus star $530=2332.04 & Prop.$1416 -- Very Good Condition
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,389
$29,800 + $89,200
$119,000
2025
$5,389 (−1.4%)
$29,800 + $89,200
$119,000
2024
$5,467 (+3.1%)
$29,800 + $89,200
$119,000
2023
$5,303 (+1.7%)
$29,800 + $89,200
$119,000
2022
$5,216 (+13.2%)
$29,800 + $89,200
$119,000
2021
$4,608 (+1.1%)
$27,300 + $78,700
$106,000
2020
$4,557 (+193.3%)
$27,300 + $78,700
$106,000
2019
$1,554 (−64.7%)
$27,300 + $78,700
$106,000
2018
$4,403 (+56.3%)
$27,300 + $78,700
$106,000
2017
$2,817 (−50.5%)
$27,300 + $78,700
$106,000
2016
$5,694 (+703.1%)
$27,300 + $78,700
$106,000
2015
$709 (−45.3%)
$27,300 + $78,700
$106,000
2014
$1,295
$27,300 + $78,700
$106,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.32 Acres
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,496
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,496
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Albany County
APN
012689A01700200020210000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.
SFR
Single Family Residential District
The purpose of the Single Family Residential District (SFR) is to provide areas primarily for single-family residential development in the form of detached dwellings. The purpose is to create neighborhoods where people live and conduct their domestic activities. The Single Family Residential District is characterized by traditional suburban residential development.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 96° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
3/10 Wind Factor
6% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Schenectady, NY • 12309
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Sun exposure
86/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Schenectady. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
5.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 261 Vly Rd
$390,339
$439 over list price of $390K
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