13 John Street is an exceptional turn-key investment opportunity fully occupied with steady rental income already in place, located in Schenectady's Historic Stockade District! This fully rented duplex already offers immediate cash flow with stronger income potential. Prime Location: Situated just minutes from Rivers Casino & Resort, Union College, and vibrant downtown Schenectady shops and dining. Spacious two-family layout featuring 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom each spanning a total of 2,240 sq. ft. of living space. Features a fully fenced-in yard, perfect for tenant enjoyment and pets. Whether you are looking to expand your rental portfolio or start investing with a low-maintenance, fully occupied property in a high-demand area, 13 John St is a must-see!
Listing by York Residential and Commercial Real Estate Services LLC
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Yates Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.3mi
5/10
Oneida Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
2/10
Schenectady High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
3/10
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About Downtown
Schenectady
Downtown Schenectady, located between the Mohawk River waterfront and Union College, is a historic and arts-forward Schenectady neighborhood with brick-lined streets and a theater-district pulse. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around State Street at Erie Boulevard, where marquee lights, sidewalk patios, and late-night bites cluster beside restored facades. Proctors anchors the cultural calendar, while Frog Alley Brewing and the Schenectady Greenmarket set a local, craft-and-produce rhythm. Architecture mixes early-20th-century commercial blocks with converted lofts and newer mid-rise apartments. Jay Street’s pedestrian stretch reads like an outdoor living room of cafes, galleries, and small shops. Parks and the riverfront trail add open-air breathing room between performances and errands.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Interior features
Unfinished walk-out basement
Bedrooms
Two 2-bedroom units (each unit has 2 bedrooms)
Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms total (one full bath on the 1st level and one full bath on the 2nd level)
Heating & cooling
Hot water heating
Exterior features
Small lot (approximately 0.07 acre)
Vinyl siding
Home design
Duplex
Construction
Vinyl siding construction
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Investment opportunity awaits you with this nice 2-family in the Stockade area and a few blocks from Rivers Casino. This 2-family is fully rented and has positive cash flow from day one. Many updates throughout. Just off the bus line and close to all major shopping. A close walk to all the downtown restaurants and local hot spots. These units will always be rented due to location and easy access to public transportation. Street parking only. This 2-family will not last long!
Global MLS #202231415
Jan 23, 2023
Listing Removed
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Dec 19, 2022
Listed
$169,900
$76/sq ft
Public Records
Nov 12, 2020
Sold
$40,000
$18/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$6,199
$15,500 + $88,000
$103,500
2025
$6,199 (+3.3%)
$15,500 + $88,000
$103,500
2024
$6,002 (+2.8%)
$15,500 + $88,000
$103,500
2023
$5,837 (+1.8%)
$15,500 + $88,000
$103,500
2022
$5,735 (+1.6%)
$15,500 + $88,000
$103,500
2021
$5,643 (+138.6%)
$15,500 + $88,000
$103,500
2020
$2,365 (−51.3%)
$15,500 + $88,000
$103,500
2019
$4,859 (−0.3%)
$15,500 + $88,000
$103,500
2018
$4,874 (−0.6%)
$15,500 + $88,000
$103,500
2017
$4,905 (−2.6%)
$15,500 + $88,000
$103,500
2016
$5,036 (−2.0%)
$15,500 + $88,000
$103,500
2015
$5,138
$15,500 + $88,000
$103,500
2014
$5,134
$15,500 + $88,000
$103,500
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
32 ft.
Lot depth
100 ft.
Lot size
3,200 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,240
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,240
Year built
1900
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Schenectady County
APN
421500A03905600020340000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
R-3
Multiple-Family Residential District
The Multiple-Family Residential R-3 District is intended to accommodate new and existing residential development at moderately high densities. In addition, the R-3 District is intended to permit, subject to special permit, high-density residential development designed to accommodate the particular housing needs of elderly residents.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational/school
Park & open space
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 96° expected this year, 17 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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Historical weather
Schenectady, NY • 12305
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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17
32
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49
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60
40
67
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79
60
87
66
81
60
77
54
64
44
49
34
34
21
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.7 hrs
4.1 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 13 John St
$274,700
$300 under list price of $275K
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $210K to $280K.