1551 Best Road

Closed 7/17/20
Closed 7/17/20
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$398,600
3 beds3,165 sqft
1551 Best Rd, Rensselaer, NY 12144
Single FamilyProperty Type
3.49 acresLot Size
1991Year Built
$126/sq ftPrice per sq ft
15 carsParking Spaces

Description

The Ranch that has it all! Privacy, Acreage, 1st floor living, Meticulously maintained, 1 year young roof. 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. Spacious 1st level with open concept kitchen and living room featuring hardwood, granite and SS appliances, Family room has wood stove to stay warm and toasty. Master bedroom has walk in closet and walk in shower. Laundry room with drying area. Basement has plenty of space to entertain and enjoy with second family room, full bathroom, office/guestroom. Step into...The Ranch that has it all! Privacy, Acreage, 1st floor living, Meticulously maintained, 1 year young roof. 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. Spacious 1st level with open concept kitchen and living room featuring hardwood, granite and SS appliances, Family room has wood stove to stay warm and toasty. Master bedroom has walk in closet and walk in shower. Laundry room with drying area. Basement has plenty of space to entertain and enjoy with second family room, full bathroom, office/guestroom. Step into your backyard and soak in the views from your deck or patio. 3.5 acres come with this rare gem. Lot next door is also available featuring another 3.5 acres. Natural Gas, East Greenbush Schools, Location convenient to everything including Regeneron, YMCA, Albany, shopping, library. Excellent Condition
  • Listed by: Alvis Milligan 518.338.6474 amilligan@veracohenrealty.com • Vera Cohen Realty, LLC
Listing closed: 07/17/2020 12:00 AM • Source: GLOBAL MLS, MLS#: 202016000

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$429,900

Avg days on market

15

Sale-to-list ratio

99.5%

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Property Information for 1551 Best Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $8,212 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • County: Rensselaer County
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Waterfront: No
  • Parking Total: 15.00
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Lot Size: 3.49 AC / 152,024 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Postal City: Rensselaer
  • Directions: US-4 S/Vandenburgh Ave to NY-43 E then turn onto Best Rd
  • City: East Greenbush
  • State Or Province: NY
  • Postal Code: 12144
  • County Or Parish: Rensselaer
  • Latitude: 42.64
  • Longitude: -73.68
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 3
  • Tax Block: 1
  • Parcel Number: 382400 145-1-3
  • Tax Tract: 145
  • Tax Annual Amount: $8,212.00
Parking
  • GarageSpaces: 2.00
  • Attached Garage: Yes
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Attached
School Information
  • School District: East Greenbush
  • Elementary School: Citizen Edmond Genet
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Survey
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
Lot Information
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 152024
  • New Construction: No
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2100.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Builder
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 2025.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: CRS
  • Lot Size Acres: 3.49
  • Lot Size Area: 3.49
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 152024.4
Building Information
  • Building Area Total: 3165.0
  • Living Area: 2100.0
Utilities
  • Water Source: Drilled Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Composite Deck, Patio
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Room
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Paddle Fan, Solid Surface Counters, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Ceramic Tile Bath, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
  • Electric: Generator Hookup
  • Accessibility Features: See Remarks
  • Basement: Finished
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Appliances: Instant Hot Water, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove, Family Room
  • Attic Features : Hatch: Yes
  • Dining Room Type : Dining Area: Yes
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 11
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Dining Room, Living Room, Family Room, Laundry, Primary Bedroom, Primary Bathroom, Bedroom, Full Bathroom, Office
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 3.00
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 3.00
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features : Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
  • Kitchen Features : Gourmet Kitchen: Yes
Room 1
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 2
  • RoomType: Dining Room
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 3
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 4
  • RoomType: Family Room
  • RoomLevel: Basement
Room 5
  • RoomType: Laundry
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 6
  • RoomType: Primary Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 7
  • RoomType: Primary Bathroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 8
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 9
  • RoomType: Full Bathroom
  • RoomLevel: Basement
Room 10
  • RoomType: Office
  • RoomLevel: Basement
Room 11
  • RoomType: Full Bathroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Multi Family
Income & Expenses Information
  • Fuel Cost Description : Heat Estimated: Yes
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Unit Detail : Kitchen: True

Property History for 1551 Best Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 17, 2020

Sold

GLOBAL MLS #202016000

$398,600—
Jul 16, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #673415941

$398,600—
Apr 22, 2020

Pending

GLOBAL MLS #202016000

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DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/17/2020

Sold

GLOBAL MLS #202016000

$398,600
07/16/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #673415941

$398,600
04/22/2020

Pending

GLOBAL MLS #202016000

—

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Public Records for 1551 Best Road

Taxable ValueLand$98,700Additions$383,300Total$482,000
Tax Record2024$8,818 ($735 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,840 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,070 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt770 SqFtStories1Lot Size152,024 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1991ZoningR-2CountyRENSSELAERAPN382400 145.-1-3.13

Schools near 1551 Best Road

This home is within East Greenbush Central School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Citizen Edmond Genet School
Public - PK to 5
Howard L Goff School
Public - 6 to 8
Columbia High School
Public - 9 to 12
Woodland Hill Montessori School
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Citizen Edmond Genet School
PublicPK to 5

Howard L Goff School
Public6 to 8

Columbia High School
Public9 to 12

Woodland Hill Montessori School
PrivatePK to 8

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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1551 Best Road, Rensselaer, NY 12144
$398,600
3
3,165
152,024
1563 Best Road, Rensselaer, NY 12144
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3
2,196
147,668
1547 Best Road, East Greenbush, NY 12144
$478,036
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2,470
156,816
1548 Best Road, Rensselaer, NY 12144
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3
2
1,710
436
1550 Best Road, Rensselaer, NY 12144
$490,000
4
2,128
81,457
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3
3,129
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