SOLD OCT 31, 2025

Off market oct 2025 for $305K

$343,790

•

1,774

sq ft

79 Academy Rd, Albany, NY 12208

About this home

This move-in ready Traditional offers charm, space, and convenience in the heart of the city. Perfectly located within walking distance to restaurants, bars, hospitals, schools, shops, houses of worship, and the bus line, this home puts everything at your doorstep. Step inside to find a bright and spacious layout featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 offices, 1.5 baths, and a one-car detached garage. The large living room flows into a sunny dining room with hardwood floors throughout. The Kitchen offers newer SS appliances Built-ins, and a breakfast nook with thoughtful details that add character, while the walk-up attic and full, finish-able basement provide plenty of storage and future potential. Updates include newer mini-splits with a programmable thermostat for year-round comfort. Outside, relax on the welcoming front porch overlooking a beautifully maintained entryway. Don't miss your chance to own this clean, impeccably kept home in a highly desirable Albany location!

Single-familyProperty Type

1920Year Built

3,920 sq ftLot Size

$194Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 garage spacesParking

Listing by Shana Edwards • KW Platform

•518-365-1915 (agent)

•shanasoldit@gmail.com (agent)

Bought with Nancy Klopfer • Coldwell Banker Prime Properties

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•Source:Global MLS #202526175

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Redfin Estimate

$343,790

$39K since sold in October 2025$1,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 3.3% higher than the average sale price ($333K) of 6 comparable homes.

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A
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B
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$252,000
C
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D
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E
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F
3 beds1.5 baths1,824 sq ft
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Listing by Field Realty

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$2,224/mo

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Market trends in 12208, NY

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

105.2%

0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$343K

$12K MoM

Avg. days on market

0 days MoM

Recently sold homes

3 MoM

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Sale history for 79 Academy Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,643

$61,800 + $247,200

$309,000

2025

$7,643 (+11.0%)

$61,800 + $247,200

$309,000

2024

$6,884 (+9.8%)

$61,800 + $247,200

$309,000

2023

$6,268 (+2.4%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2022

$6,123 (+1.3%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2021

$6,045 (+0.7%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2020

$6,001 (+4.0%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2019

$5,769 (−1.7%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2018

$5,867 (+0.8%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2017

$5,820 (+2.8%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2016

$5,664 (+2.1%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2015

$5,550 (−1.4%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2014

$5,630

$38,700 + $154,700

$193,400

Tax history for 79 Academy Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$7,643

$61,800 + $247,200

$309,000

2025

$7,643 (+11.0%)

$61,800 + $247,200

$309,000

2024

$6,884 (+9.8%)

$61,800 + $247,200

$309,000

2023

$6,268 (+2.4%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2022

$6,123 (+1.3%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2021

$6,045 (+0.7%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2020

$6,001 (+4.0%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2019

$5,769 (−1.7%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2018

$5,867 (+0.8%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2017

$5,820 (+2.8%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2016

$5,664 (+2.1%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2015

$5,550 (−1.4%)

$39,000 + $156,000

$195,000

2014

$5,630

$38,700 + $154,700

$193,400

*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
Permits

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

36 ft.

Lot depth

113 ft.

Lot size

4,068 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,774

Year built

1920

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Albany County

APN

010100A07504400020490000000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 14, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking Total: 3
Parking Features: Paved, Detached

Interior

Virtual Tour Information

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 2
Bath Levels: Full Bath 1: 2nd
Bath Levels: Half Bath 1: 1st

Room 1 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First

Room 2 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First

Room 3 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First

Room 4 Information
Type: Half Bathroom
Level: Second

Room 5 Information
Type: Office
Level: First

Room 6 Information
Type: Office
Level: First

Room 7 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second

Room 8 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second

Room 9 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second

Room 10 Information
Type: Full Bathroom
Level: Second

Basement Information
Basement: Full

Laundry Features
Laundry Features: In Basement

Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 10
Interior Features: Built-in Features
Appliances: Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch
Roof: Asphalt
Exterior Features: Drive-Paved

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Living Area: 1,774
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding

Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 0.09
Lot Size Square Feet: 3,920.4
Lot Size Dimensions: 36 x 113

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,029.12
Tax Annual Amount: $6,029.12

Utilities

Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water
Has Cooling
Cooling: Other, Ductless

Utility Information
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

School Information
Elementary School: New Scotland Elementary
High School: Albany
School District: Albany

Location Information
Directions: New Scotland to Academy

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,774
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,068 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Albany County
APN: 010100A07504400020490000000

Home facts updated by county records on Aug 14, 2026

Around this home

Schools

New Scotland Elementary School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

7/10

William S Hackett Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi

5/10

Albany High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

4/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

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 99° 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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Albany, NY • 12208

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In this area, properties receive around 8.8 hours in June and 3.5 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$327,000 – $396,000

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Home values near 79 Academy Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
57 Academy Rd, Albany, NY 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1584 Sq. Ft.	$357,953
73 Academy Rd, Albany, NY 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1584 Sq. Ft.	$306,606

Address	Redfin Estimate
77 Academy Rd, Albany, NY 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1584 Sq. Ft.	$304,464
65 Academy Rd, Albany, NY 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1672 Sq. Ft.	$333,810

Address	Redfin Estimate
75 Academy Rd, Albany, NY 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1656 Sq. Ft.	$339,807
69 Academy Rd, Albany, NY 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1608 Sq. Ft.	$337,704

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