1171 Ruffner Rd

1,798 Sq. Ft.
$181 / Sq. Ft.
1,798
Sq. Ft.
$181
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Nestled in one of Niskayuna's most desirable neighborhoods, 1171 Ruffner Road presents a rare opportunity for buyers with vision. This home is in need of significant updating and renovation, but its solid construction, great layout, and exceptional location make it well worth the investment. Whether you're looking to restore its original charm or create your dream home from the ground up, the possibilities here are truly endless. The true showpiece of this property lies just beyond the back door....Nestled in one of Niskayuna's most desirable neighborhoods, 1171 Ruffner Road presents a rare opportunity for buyers with vision. This home is in need of significant updating and renovation, but its solid construction, great layout, and exceptional location make it well worth the investment. Whether you're looking to restore its original charm or create your dream home from the ground up, the possibilities here are truly endless. The true showpiece of this property lies just beyond the back door. Lovingly cultivated over the past 30+ years, the backyard is a breathtaking botanical retreat that reflects decades of passion and dedication. Mature flowering gardens, fruit-bearing trees, and thoughtfully placed plantings create a peaceful, ever-changing landscape that simply cannot be replicated overnight. Every season brings new colors, blooms, and harvests, making this an extraordinary setting for gardeners, nature lovers, or anyone seeking a private outdoor sanctuary. Properties offering this combination of incredible potential, a premier Niskayuna location, and such a remarkable landscape are few and far between. Bring your contractor, your imagination, and your vision--this is your chance to transform a home with amazing bones into something truly spectacular while preserving one of the area's most cherished gardens.
  1. Listed by Kyle R DeMeo • KW Platform
    P: (518)-269-6588 C: (518)-269-6588 kd153957@gmail.com

Property Details for 1171 Ruffner Road

Architectural Style
Ranch
Waterfront
No
Parking Total
5.00
LISTING UPDATED: 07/17/2026 01:20 PM

Property Details for 1171 Ruffner Road

StatusActive
MLS #202621940
Days on Market5
Taxes$8,703 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1956
Lot Size0.70 AC / 30,492 SF
CountySchenectady County

Location

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Building Information for 1171 Ruffner Road

Stories-Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size0.70 AC / 30,492 SF

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$2,345 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,620

Property Taxes

$725

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1171 Ruffner Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Postal City: Niskayuna
  • Directions: Take a left onto Ruffner Rd from Rosendale Rd. Property will be on your left about .5 miles GPS
  • City: Niskayuna
  • State Or Province: NY
  • Postal Code: 12309
  • County Or Parish: Schenectady
  • Latitude: 42.80
  • Longitude: -73.88
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 81.000
  • Tax Block: 2
  • Parcel Number: 422400 50.11-2-81
  • Tax Tract: 50.11
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,702.80
Parking
  • GarageSpaces: 2.00
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Paved, Attached, Driveway
School Information
  • School District: Niskayuna
  • High School: Niskayuna
  • Elementary School: Rosendale
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Property
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Garden
  • Year Built: 1956
  • New Construction: No
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1798.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: CRS
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: CRS
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.7
  • Lot Size Area: 0.7
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 30492.0
Building Information
  • Living Area: 1798.0
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Screened, Porch
  • Exterior Features: Garden
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
Interior Features
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Flooring: Wood, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement: Full, Heated, Walk-Out Access
  • Construction Materials: Cedar, Wood Siding
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Dining Room Type : Formal Dining Room: Yes
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 7
  • Room Type: Foyer, Bedroom, Dining Room, Living Room, Kitchen
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.00
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.00
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Room 1
  • RoomType: Foyer
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 2
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 3
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 4
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 5
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 6
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 7
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomLevel: First
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Unit Detail : Kitchen: True

Property History for 1171 Ruffner Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 14, 2026

Listed (Active)

GLOBAL MLS #202621940

$325,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/14/2026

Listed (Active)

GLOBAL MLS #202621940

$325,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1171 Ruffner Road

Taxable ValueLand$53,900Additions$201,100Total$255,000
Home Facts
Beds2Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,798 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,798 SqFtStories1Lot Size30,492 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956ZoningR1CountySCHENECTADYAPN422400 50.11-2-81Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1171 Ruffner Road

This home is within Niskayuna Central School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Rosendale School
PublicK to 5

Iroquois Middle School
Public5 to 8

Van Antwerp Middle School
Public6 to 8

Niskayuna High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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1171 Ruffner Road is a single family home for sale in Niskayuna, NY 12309. This property was listed for sale on July 14, 2026 by KW Platform, it's currently listed at $325,000. This listing's school district is Niskayuna Central School District. Nearby schools include Rosendale School, Iroquois Middle School and Van Antwerp Middle School. 1171 Ruffner Road is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,798 sqft single family home built in 1956.

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