228 Forts Ferry Rd

2,642 Sq. Ft.
$145 / Sq. Ft.
2,642
Sq. Ft.
$145
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Charming home with 83 feet of river front in the heart of the Capital District! Across from Vischer Preserve, this sweet cottage with stunning addition offers views of the Mohawk River from nearly every room. Witness spectacular sunsets from 2 decks. Relax on your own waterfront. New SS appliances, new carpeting, new electric, new landscaping & patio, freshly painted & updated. 2 sheds, 1 car garage & large level lawn to the river. Colonie bike path at your doorstep. Minutes to everything. Don't...Charming home with 83 feet of river front in the heart of the Capital District! Across from Vischer Preserve, this sweet cottage with stunning addition offers views of the Mohawk River from nearly every room. Witness spectacular sunsets from 2 decks. Relax on your own waterfront. New SS appliances, new carpeting, new electric, new landscaping & patio, freshly painted & updated. 2 sheds, 1 car garage & large level lawn to the river. Colonie bike path at your doorstep. Minutes to everything. Don't miss this! Excellent Condition
  1. Listed by Brigitte Strelka • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Blake, REALTORS
    P: (518)-428-4712 C: (518)-428-4712 bstrelka@bhhsblake.com

Property Details for 228 Forts Ferry Road

Architectural Style
Colonial
Body of Water Name
Mohawk River
Waterfront
Yes
Parking Total
6.00
LISTING UPDATED: 09/16/2024 10:56 PM

Property Details for 228 Forts Ferry Road

StatusClosed
MLS #201520729
Days on Market62
Taxes$5,565 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1972
Lot Size0.56 AC / 24,393 SF
CountyAlbany County

Location

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Building Information for 228 Forts Ferry Road

Stories-Year Built1972Building Size-Lot Size0.56 AC / 24,393 SF

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$2,367 per month

30 year fixed, 6.36% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,904

Property Taxes

$464

HOA Dues

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Property Information for 228 Forts Ferry Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Postal City: Colonie
  • Directions: 87 to Rt 7 West, right at Forts Ferry, past River Rd to sign.
  • City: Colonie
  • State Or Province: NY
  • Postal Code: 12110
  • County Or Parish: Albany
  • Locale/Subdivision: Mohawk River
  • Latitude: 42.78
  • Longitude: -73.79
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Tax Lot: 43
  • Tax Block: 1
  • Parcel Number: 012689 8.2-1-43
  • Tax Tract: 8.2
  • Tax Annual Amount: $5,565.00
  • FIPS Code: 36001
Parking
  • GarageSpaces: 1.00
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Detached
School Information
  • School District: North Colonie (including Maplewood)
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Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Deed
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Level, Sloped, Flood Zone, Landscaped
  • Year Built: 1972
  • New Construction: No
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 2642.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: Public Records
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.56
  • Lot Size Area: 0.56
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 24393.6
Building Information
  • Living Area: 2642.0
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public
  • Utilities: Cable Available
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Window Features: Bay Window(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Exterior Features: Lighting
  • Fencing: Privacy
  • Laundry Features: In Bathroom, Upper Level
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Paddle Fan, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Zoned
  • Roof: Metal, Asphalt
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Door Features: Atrium Door, Sliding Doors
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
  • Dining Room Type : Dining Area: Yes
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 1
  • Room Type: Full Bathroom
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 2.50
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 2.10
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Features : Eat-in Kitchen: Yes
Room 1
  • RoomType: Full Bathroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Multi Family
Income & Expenses Information
  • Fuel Cost Description : Fuel Cost: 189/mo/TU

Property History for 228 Forts Ferry Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 7, 2016

Sold

GLOBAL MLS #201520729

$382,000—
Nov 24, 2015

Pending

GLOBAL MLS #201520729

—
Sep 22, 2015

Listed (Active)

GLOBAL MLS #201520729

$399,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/07/2016

Sold

GLOBAL MLS #201520729

$382,000
11/24/2015

Pending

GLOBAL MLS #201520729

—
09/22/2015

Listed (Active)

GLOBAL MLS #201520729

$399,000

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Public Records for 228 Forts Ferry Road

Taxable ValueLand$39,500Additions$118,500Total$158,000
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,642 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,642 SqFtStories2Lot Size24,394 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1972Zoning04 - FARMCountyALBANYAPN012689 8.2-1-43

Schools near 228 Forts Ferry Road

This home is within North Colonie Central School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Boght Hills School
PublicK to 5

Shaker Junior High School
Public6 to 8

Shaker 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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