Nestled in your own slice of heaven, this contemporary Cape Cod offers peace and tranquility, with nothing to do but move in! Bright and open main living area sets the rustic vibe, featuring a stone chimney and exposed wood beams. The modern country kitchen offers plenty of cabinet & counter space. Two spacious bedrooms with wooded views are found on the first floor, as well as a full updated bath with beautiful stone accents. Upstairs is a private retreat - large bedroom, ample natural light from windows and skylight; the second floor also hosts another full and updated bathroom, with walk-in shower. All of this on over 7 acres! Beautifully landscaped and featuring a deck/pergola to entertain or just enjoy the great outdoors *showings start Saturday 8/13*
Single-familyProperty Type
1990Year Built
7.4 acresLot Size
$306Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listing by Amanda Blanchard• Coldwell Banker Prime Properties
•518-935-3020 (agent)
•Amanda.blanchard@coldwellbankerprime.com (agent)
Bought with Mary Amodeo• Coldwell Banker Prime Properties
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Market trends in 12009, NY
Last updated October 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-list price
99.8%
1.3% MoM
Median sale price
$455K
$5K MoM
Avg. days on market
9d
3 days MoM
Recently sold homes
27
3 MoM
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Sale history for 636 Knox Cave Rd
Date
Event
Price
HVCRMLS #143420
Sep 29, 2022
Sold
$385,000
$267/sq ft
Aug 12, 2022
Listed
$350,000
$243/sq ft
+35
Meander your way down the tree covered driveway to find this charming cedar sided home complete with wrap around deck and screened porch sitting on 7+ acres. The open concept living space affords comfortable entertaining that can overflow into the screened porch. A stone chimney highlights the cathedral ceiling and wood beams. The gas stove takes the chill off on cool fall nights and winter days. The kitchen is bright and cheery with an island. Two first floor bedrooms with wood floors and a remodeled bath with tub/shower unit complete the first floor. Upstairs you will find the primary bedroom with wood floors and a new barn door to the awesome new bath. There is a large basement with walkout and plenty of room for storage. Outside is a 3 stall garage with metal roof. If you are looking for privacy and tranquility look no further. BKW schools, minutes to Guilderland or Altamont. Easy ride to all the Capital District has to offer.
Global MLS #202224595
Oct 7, 2022
Sold
$385,000
$267/sq ft
Aug 16, 2022
Pending
—
Aug 12, 2022
Listed
$350,000
$243/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 8, 2015
Sold
$225,000
$156/sq ft
Global MLS #201512460
Sep 29, 2015
Sold
$231,750
$161/sq ft
Jul 28, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Jun 12, 2015
Listed
$244,900
$170/sq ft
This Custom Cape is set on 7.4 private acres, just 30 mins to Albany. HW floors throughout, new furnace, wood stove in basement that could heat the entire home. Walk out basement, 3 zoned heat, partially screened in porch w/ attached pergola for sitting and enjoying. 3 car detached pole barn. Basement has 8 ft ceilings, and room for workshop or storage. Vaulted ceilings in great room & sky lite in master bedroom. Ceiling in great room over 20 FT. Showings after 6pm weekdays due to pet. Excellent Condition
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,411
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2025
$5,411 (−1.1%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2024
$5,474 (−0.9%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2023
$5,522 (−2.5%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2022
$5,661 (+6.0%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2021
$5,342 (−0.9%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2020
$5,390 (+0.2%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2019
$5,378 (−1.3%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2018
$5,451 (+2.3%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2017
$5,327 (+1.7%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2016
$5,239 (+36.4%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2015
$3,840 (−1.4%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2014
$3,894
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
Tax history for 636 Knox Cave Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,411
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2025
$5,411 (−1.1%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2024
$5,474 (−0.9%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2023
$5,522 (−2.5%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2022
$5,661 (+6.0%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2021
$5,342 (−0.9%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2020
$5,390 (+0.2%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2019
$5,378 (−1.3%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2018
$5,451 (+2.3%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2017
$5,327 (+1.7%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2016
$5,239 (+36.4%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2015
$3,840 (−1.4%)
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
2014
$3,894
$20,184 + $104,516
$124,700
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7.4 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,443
Year built
1989
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Albany County
APN
013200A05700000020400010000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 2, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Parking Total: 6
Parking Features: Stone, Driveway
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 2
Bath Levels: Full Bath 1: 1st
Bath Levels: Full Bath 2: 2nd
Room 1 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Full Bathroom
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 7 Information
Type: Full Bathroom
Level: Second
Basement Information
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 7
Appliances: Microwave, Oven, Range, Refrigerator
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Garden
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Living Area: 1,443
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 7.4
Lot Size Square Feet: 322,344
Lot Features: Secluded, Private, Wooded
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,115.36
Tax Annual Amount: $5,115.36
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Oil
Has Cooling
Cooling: Other, Window Unit(s)
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
School Information
School District: Berne Knox
Location Information
Directions: From Albany: take 443 to a right on Thacher Park Rd; left onto 157A West; continue straight onto Knox Cave Rd - house will be on the right
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,443
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 7.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1989
Year Renovated: —
County: Albany County
APN: 013200A05700000020400010000
Home facts updated by county records on Nov 2, 2026
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Berne Knox Westerlo Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 3.6mi
8/10
Berne Knox Westerlo Junior Senior High School
Public 7-12 • Assigned • 3.6mi
5/10
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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
1/10 Heat Factor
5 days above 91° expected this year, 11 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
4% 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
$420,000 – $508,000
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