This absolutely stunning 1937 Paul Schaefer built stone cottage sits on 1.85 acres! This 2866 square foot home has maintained its character from original build while being loved with subtle, tasteful, modern touches along the way. The main level features radiant floors, gorgeous sunroom, greenhouse, family room with wood fireplace and a beautifully updated kitchen with breakfast nook, granite counters, and high end appliances. The In-law suite has bedroom, full bath, kitchenette and separate entry. The exterior is a dream with a 2019 heated, salt water pool and orchard with apple, cherry, peach and nectarine trees. The two-level, 2014 built, 24x36 post & beam barn with carriage door openers fits 5 cars! Finished basement with fireplace! Niskayuna Schools! Too much to list here! MUST SEE!
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
1.85 acresLot Size
$311Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
5 garage spacesParking
Listing by Giuseppe Tropiano• Gucciardo Real Estate Group LLC
•518-441-4148 (agent)
•gtropiano@gmail.com (agent)
Listing by Anthony Gucciardo• Gucciardo Real Estate Group LLC
Professionally restored, lovely, English stone cottage nestled in a private setting complete with amazing gardens & stone walls. Cozy yet spacious, this unique home boasts a Gourmet kitchen, sun porch, guest quarters, conservatory and green house. Minutes from everything, yet you feel like you're a world away... Superior Condition
Public Records
Nov 28, 2001
Sold
$215,000
$75/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,487
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2025
$11,487 (−1.3%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2024
$11,635 (+4.3%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2023
$11,153 (−2.3%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2022
$11,415 (−2.4%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2021
$11,700 (+33.9%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2020
$8,738 (+233.8%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2019
$2,618 (−68.1%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2018
$8,210 (+55.5%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2017
$5,281 (−30.8%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2016
$7,633 (−25.3%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2015
$10,212 (+37.3%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2014
$7,436
$47,500 + $142,500
$190,000
Tax history for 394 Vly Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$11,487
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2025
$11,487 (−1.3%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2024
$11,635 (+4.3%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2023
$11,153 (−2.3%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2022
$11,415 (−2.4%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2021
$11,700 (+33.9%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2020
$8,738 (+233.8%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2019
$2,618 (−68.1%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2018
$8,210 (+55.5%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2017
$5,281 (−30.8%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2016
$7,633 (−25.3%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2015
$10,212 (+37.3%)
$50,500 + $151,500
$202,000
2014
$7,436
$47,500 + $142,500
$190,000
*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
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
80,586
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,866
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Albany County
APN
012689A00700400050760000000
Parking Spaces
8
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Green, Pool
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 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
# of Garage Spaces: 5
# of Parking Total: 8
Parking Features: Paved, Driveway
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
# of Bathrooms (Half): 1
# of Bathrooms (Total Integer): 4
Bath Levels: Full Bath 1: 1st
Bath Levels: Full Bath 2: 2nd
Bath Levels: Full Bath 3: 2nd
Bath Levels: Half Bath 1: 1st
Room 1 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Office
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Sun Room
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Half Bathroom
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 7 Information
Type: Other
Description: Greenhouse
Level: First
Room 8 Information
Type: Full Bathroom
Level: First
Room 9 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Room 10 Information
Type: Other
Description: Kitchenette
Level: First
Room 11 Information
Type: Primary Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 12 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 13 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 14 Information
Type: Primary Bathroom
Level: Second
Room 15 Information
Type: Full Bathroom
Level: Second
Room 16 Information
Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Room 17 Information
Type: Utility Room
Level: Basement
Room 18 Information
Type: Theatre Room
Level: Basement
Basement Information
Basement: Finished, Full, Heated, Walk-Out Access
Laundry Features
Laundry Features: In Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces Total: 2
Fireplace Features: Basement, Family Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 18
Interior Features: High Speed Internet
Appliances: Cooktop, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Microwave, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
Door Features: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Roof: Slate
Fencing: Fenced, Gate, Partial
Exterior Features: Drive-Paved, Lighting
Other Structures: Barn(s)
Pool Information
Pool Features: In Ground, Salt Water
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Living Area: 2,866
Below Grade Finished Area: 800
Construction Materials: Cedar, Stone
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 1.85
Lot Size Square Feet: 80,586
Lot Features: Level, Road Frontage, Wooded, Cleared, Landscaped
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,758.37
Tax Annual Amount: $9,758.37
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School: Niskayuna
School District: Niskayuna
Location Information
Directions: GPS 394 VLY ROAD NISKAYUNA NY 12309
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,866
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 8
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 1.85 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: —
County: Albany County
APN: 012689A00700400050760000000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green, Pool
Home facts updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
FloorPlansChangeTimestamp: 2025-05-15T12:20:03Z
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Birchwood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
Iroquois Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 2.7mi
8/10
Niskayuna High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.8mi
9/10
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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
3/10 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
$848,000 – $1.03M
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