Totally renovated 4 br/2 bath cape in desirable So Colonie location. Within past 3 yrs: NEW kitchen w/cabs, appliances, counters, tile flr, 2 NEW full baths w/tiled flrs and shower/tub, Roof 2 yrs old, refinished hardwood floors, NEW double hung windows,(exc 1), NEW front and side doors, NEW light fixtures, updated electric and plumbing, NEW stone front steps. Fenced rear yard w/patio and attached 1 car garage. Perfect starter home!
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
5,227 sq ftLot Size
$260Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listing by Kathleen Krohl• Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Blake
All Brick Cape in the heart of Colonie , NY. This house is close to everything, shopping, dining, entertainment, you name it!! Hardwood floors throughout. Unfinished 2nd floor waiting for your personal touch. Don't hesitate, view this great home today. Very Good Condition
Global MLS #201422604
Jan 19, 2015
Listing Removed
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Oct 28, 2014
Listed
$145,000
$122/sq ft
Global MLS #201422585
Oct 28, 2014
Listed
$155,000
$130/sq ft
Oct 28, 2014
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Sep 25, 2002
Sold
$93,500
$79/sq ft
Global MLS #2221098
Sep 18, 2002
Sold
$109,900
$93/sq ft
Aug 27, 2002
Listing Removed
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Aug 14, 2002
Listed
$109,900
$93/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,735
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2025
$4,735 (−1.9%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2024
$4,825 (+3.4%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2023
$4,668 (+1.8%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2022
$4,587 (+1.6%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2021
$4,514 (−6.6%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2020
$4,832 (+208.6%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2019
$1,566 (−51.5%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2018
$3,226 (+58.7%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2017
$2,033 (−36.5%)
$15,300 + $61,200
$76,500
2016
$3,202 (−22.8%)
$15,300 + $61,200
$76,500
2015
$4,150 (−25.8%)
$15,300 + $61,200
$76,500
2014
$5,595
$15,300 + $61,200
$76,500
Tax history for 12 Birch Tree Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$4,735
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2025
$4,735 (−1.9%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2024
$4,825 (+3.4%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2023
$4,668 (+1.8%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2022
$4,587 (+1.6%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2021
$4,514 (−6.6%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2020
$4,832 (+208.6%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2019
$1,566 (−51.5%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2018
$3,226 (+58.7%)
$26,000 + $78,000
$104,000
2017
$2,033 (−36.5%)
$15,300 + $61,200
$76,500
2016
$3,202 (−22.8%)
$15,300 + $61,200
$76,500
2015
$4,150 (−25.8%)
$15,300 + $61,200
$76,500
2014
$5,595
$15,300 + $61,200
$76,500
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,227 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,188
Year built
1947
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Albany County
APN
012689A05300700070410000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
Attached Garage YN: Yes
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Off Street, Attached
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 2
Room 1 Information
Type: Full Bathroom
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Full
Laundry Features
Laundry Features: In Basement
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 2
Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Paddle Fan, Built-in Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Window Features: Bay Window(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Roof: Asphalt
Fencing: Fenced, Privacy
Exterior Features: Lighting
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Living Area: 1,188
Construction Materials: Brick
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.12
Lot Size Square Feet: 5,227.2
Lot Features: Level, Landscaped
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,187
Tax Annual Amount: $3,187
Financial Details: General Taxes: $1,111
Financial Details: School Taxes: $2,076
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Utilities: Cable Available
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
School District: South Colonie
Location Information
Directions: Sand Creek Rd to Osborne Rd, right on Birch Tree Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,188
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 5,227 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1947
Year Renovated: —
County: Albany County
APN: 012689A05300700070410000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sand Creek Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
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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
4/10 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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Estimated sale price
$294,000 – $355,000
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