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38 Alva Rd, Schenectady, NY 12309
About this home
Stunning 4 bedroom, 4 & 1/2 bath Custom, Edison Woods Colonial can be yours before the holidays! Located in Award Winning Niskayuna Schools, you will be delighted by the floor to cathedral ceiling wall of windows as you enter the large great room with built-in custom bookshelves & gas Fireplace. All 4 bedrooms boast their own private baths AND walk in closets!! Luxurious, first floor master suite includes a bonus sitting area with a fireplace. Spacious first floor office is the perfect place to work from home. Large finished basement area, makes a great rec room, gym or media room & can be accessed from the 3 CAR GARAGE. Enjoy relaxing on the brick paver patio in the flat, private backyard. Take a VIRTUAL 3D tour now & schedule your private tour today. Excellent Condition

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- OPEN TODAY, 11AM TO 2PM$309,9003 beds1.5 baths1,154 sq ft2176 Story Ave, Schenectady, NY 12309Listing by Howard Hanna Capital Inc
- $289,9003 beds1 bath1,554 sq ft1300 Mcclellan St, Schenectady, NY 12309Listing by Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Blake
- OPEN TODAY, 12PM TO 2PM$235,0004 beds1 bath1,384 sq ft1207 Cullen Ave, Schenectady, NY 12309Listing by Coldwell Banker Prime Properties
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- OPEN SUN, 12PM TO 2PM$445,0004 beds2.5 baths2,352 sq ft859 Maxwell Dr, Schenectady, NY 12309Listing by Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Blake
- $133,0003 beds1 bath1,356 sq ft1346 Hillside Ave, Schenectady, NY 12309Listing by Elliott Property Services LLC
- $585,0004 beds2.5 baths2,574 sq ft5 Brookhaven Dr, Schenectady, NY 12309Listing by Gucciardo Real Estate Group LLC
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Sale history for 38 Alva Rd
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Tax history for 38 Alva Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- Has Garage
- Attached Garage YN: Yes
- # of Garage Spaces: 3
- # of Parking Total: 10
- Parking Features: Off Street, Attached
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Bathrooms (Full): 4
- # of Bathrooms (Half): 1
- # of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 5
- Room 1 Information
- Type: Primary Bedroom
- Level: First
- Room 2 Information
- Type: Living Room
- Level: First
- Room 3 Information
- Type: Dining Room
- Level: First
- Room 4 Information
- Type: Family Room
- Level: First
- Room 5 Information
- Type: Foyer
- Level: First
- Room 6 Information
- Type: Kitchen
- Level: First
- Room 7 Information
- Type: Laundry
- Level: First
- Room 8 Information
- Type: Office
- Level: First
- Room 9 Information
- Type: Other
- Level: First
- Room 10 Information
- Type: Primary Bathroom
- Level: First
- Room 11 Information
- Type: Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Room 12 Information
- Type: Full Bathroom
- Level: First
- Room 13 Information
- Type: Bedroom
- Level: First
- Basement Information
- Basement: Finished, Full, Heated
- Laundry Features
- Laundry Features: Laundry Room, Main Level
- Fireplace Information
- Has Fireplace
- # of Fireplaces Total: 2
- Fireplace Features: Bedroom, Gas, Wood Burning
- Interior Features
- # of Rooms Total: 13
- Interior Features: High Speed Internet, Home Protection Plan, Paddle Fan, Solid Surface Counters, Built-in Features, Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, Ceramic Tile Bath, Crown Molding
- Appliances: Convection Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Humidifier, Microwave, Oven, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Door Features: French Doors
- Window Features: Blinds, Curtain Rods
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Patio And Porch Features: Patio
- Roof: Asphalt
- Exterior Features: Lighting
- Property Information
- Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
- Living Area: 3,698
- Below Grade Finished Area: 780
- Building Area Total: 4,478
- Construction Materials: Brick, Stucco, Vinyl Siding
- Lot Information
- Lot Size Acres: 0.59
- Lot Size Square Feet: 25,700.4
- Lot Size Dimensions: .59
- Lot Features: Level, Landscaped
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $19,611
- Tax Annual Amount: $19,611
- Financial Details: General Taxes: $8,083
- Financial Details: School Taxes: $11,528
Utilities
- Heating & Cooling
- Has Heating
- Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Has Cooling
- Cooling: Central Air
- Utility Information
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Utilities: Cable Available
- Water Source: Public
Location
- School Information
- Elementary School: Craig
- High School: Niskayuna
- School District: Niskayuna
- Location Information
- Directions: River Rd to Edison Dr. Right on Lamplighter, Left on Menlo Park Rd, Right on Alva Rd. House is on Left
Public facts
- Beds: 4
- Baths: 4.5
- Sq. Ft.: 3,698
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 0.59 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 2003
- Year Renovated: —
- County: Schenectady County
- APN: 422400A04001200010610000000
Other
- Miscellaneous Information
- Other Equipment: Satellite Dish
Around this home
Schools
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 96° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
5% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 8.7 hours in June and 3.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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3 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2000 Sq. Ft. | $683,423 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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5 Beds | 5.5 Baths | 4303 Sq. Ft. | $1,127,487 |
4 Beds | 2.5 Baths | 2657 Sq. Ft. | $793,592 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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4 Beds | 3.5 Baths | 3800 Sq. Ft. | $1,180,370 |
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