291 Sheer Rd

Sand Lake, NY 12018

$270,000
Price
4
Beds
1,440 Sq. Ft.
$188 / Sq. Ft.
1,440
Sq. Ft.
$188
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to 291 Sheer Road! A rare opportunity to create your dream home or capitalize on a possible investment in the heart of Averill Park. This four-bedroom home sits on a spacious lot, offering privacy, natural beauty, and the tranquility of country living just minutes from local conveniences, schools, and Crystal Lake. In fixer-upper condition, this property is ideal for buyers looking to build equity through renovation. Whether you're an investor, contractor, or homeowner with a vision, you'll...Welcome to 291 Sheer Road! A rare opportunity to create your dream home or capitalize on a possible investment in the heart of Averill Park. This four-bedroom home sits on a spacious lot, offering privacy, natural beauty, and the tranquility of country living just minutes from local conveniences, schools, and Crystal Lake. In fixer-upper condition, this property is ideal for buyers looking to build equity through renovation. Whether you're an investor, contractor, or homeowner with a vision, you'll appreciate the solid footprint, versatile layout, and unbeatable location. Bring your creativity and turn this diamond in the rough into a stunning custom residence or a profitable resale. With Averill Park's real estate market steadily growing, this property presents significant upside potential. Homes in the area have shown strong appreciation, and renovated properties are in high demand. This is your chance to get in at a favorable price and make it your own, or flip to make a potential profit!
  1. Listed by Samara C Boland • Vera Cohen Realty, LLC
    P: (518)-590-5110 C: (518)-590-5110 samara@veracohenrealty.com

Property Details for 291 Sheer Road

Waterfront Features
Pond
View
Pond
Architectural Style
Cape Cod
Waterfront
No
Parking Total
6.00
LISTING UPDATED: 02/08/2026 08:20 PM

Property Details for 291 Sheer Road

StatusActive
MLS #202611736
Days on Market1
Taxes$6,263 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1955
Lot Size4.27 AC / 186,001 SF
CountyRensselaer County

Location

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Building Information for 291 Sheer Road

Stories-Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size4.27 AC / 186,001 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,838 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,316

Property Taxes

$522

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 291 Sheer Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Postal City: Averill Park
  • Directions: From exit 8 off of I-90; Go straight onto NY-43E; Turn right onto W Sand Lake Rd; Turn left onto Sheer Rd; Destination will be on the right.
  • City: Sand Lake
  • State Or Province: NY
  • Postal Code: 12018
  • County Or Parish: Rensselaer
  • Latitude: 42.62
  • Longitude: -73.59
Taxes and HOA
  • Association Fee: $.00
  • Association: No
  • Parcel Number: 384000 158.-1-17
  • Tax Annual Amount: $6,263.00
Parking
  • GarageSpaces: 1.00
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking Features: Off Street, Under Residence, Driveway
School Information
  • School District: Averill Park
  • High School: Averill Park
Property
Property and Assessments
  • Possession: At Closing
  • Property Type: Residential,Single Family Residence
  • Property Type Label: Residential
Lot Information
  • Lot Features: Private, Road Frontage, Wooded, Irregular Lot
  • Year Built: 1955
  • New Construction: No
  • Above Grade Finished Area: 1440.0
  • Above Grade Finished Area Source: CRS
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Below Grade Finished Area Source: CRS
  • Lot Size Acres: 4.27
  • Lot Size Area: 4.27
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 186001.2
Building Information
  • Living Area: 1440.0
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Rear Porch, Enclosed
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Exterior Features: None
  • Laundry Features: In Basement
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Oil
  • Roof: Shingle, Asphalt
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum
  • Electric: 150 Amp Service
  • Basement: Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Construction Materials: Block, Vinyl Siding
  • Cooling: Window Unit(s)
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Cooling: Yes
  • Heating: Yes
  • Appliances: Other, Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Attic Features : Eaves: Yes
  • Dining Room Type : Combined DRLR: Yes
Room Information
Room Information
  • Rooms Total: 10
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room, Full Bathroom, Bedroom, Primary Bedroom, Utility Room, Basement, 3 Seasons Room
Bathrooms
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Decimal: 1.00
  • Bathrooms Total Notational: 1.00
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
Room 1
  • RoomType: Kitchen
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 2
  • RoomType: Living Room
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 3
  • RoomType: Full Bathroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 4
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 5
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: First
Room 6
  • RoomType: Primary Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 7
  • RoomType: Bedroom
  • RoomLevel: Second
Room 8
  • RoomType: Utility Room
  • RoomLevel: Basement
Room 9
  • RoomType: Basement
  • RoomLevel: Basement
Room 10
  • RoomType: 3 Seasons Room
  • RoomLevel: First
Unit Information
Unit 1
  • Unit Detail : Kitchen: True

Property History for 291 Sheer Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 8, 2026

Listed (Active)

GLOBAL MLS #202611736

$270,000—
Jun 15, 2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #294833194

$137,500—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/08/2026

Listed (Active)

GLOBAL MLS #202611736

$270,000
06/15/2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #294833194

$137,500

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

Public Records for 291 Sheer Road

Taxable ValueLand$65,200Additions$113,800Total$179,000
Tax Record2024$5,404 ($450 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,440 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,440 SqFtStories2Lot Size186,001 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955CountyRENSSELAERAPN384000 158.-1-17

Schools near 291 Sheer Road

This home is within Averill Park Central School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
West Sand Lake Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Algonquin Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Averill Park High School
Public - 9 to 12
Sand Lake Miller Hill School
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
West Sand Lake Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Algonquin Middle School
Public6 to 8

Averill Park High School
Public9 to 12

Sand Lake Miller Hill School
PublicK to 5

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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More information about 291 Sheer Road, Sand Lake, NY 12018

291 Sheer Road is a single family home for sale in Sand Lake, NY 12018. This listing's school district is Averill Park Central School District. Nearby schools include West Sand Lake Elementary School, Algonquin Middle School and Averill Park High School. 291 Sheer Road is a 4-bed, 1-bath, 1,440 sqft single family home built in 1955.

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