Seize the rare opportunity to own a captivating piece of history with this distinguished 1900s home with a private stream that enhances the property's serene and unique ambiance-an exquisite blend of timeless character and natural beauty. Spacious 6-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with a 2-bedroom, 1-bath in-law apartment, set on 4.5 private acres in the Scotia-Glenville School District. Enjoy the tranquility of your own secluded stream and peaceful natural surroundings. The property features two driveways, providing ample parking. With plenty of space and a flexible layout, this home is perfect for so many different situations-whether you're looking for room to grow, space to spread out, or a place to create your own vision. Have privacy without sacrificing convenience.
TONS OF POTENTIAL! HUGE single family home with in-law apartment situated on large lot with private backyard and creek. Main home features 6 bedrooms and 2 full baths upstairs. 1st floor offers kitchen, dining room, living room, half bath, pantry/laundry room and an enclosed sun porch. 2 wood burning stoves. In-law apartment features single floor living with own entrance and driveway with carport. 2 bedrooms, kitchen, full bath and living room. There are 2 driveways with enough room for 10+ cars. 2 sheds. Live in main home and rent the apartment! Close to amenities but feels remote.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,764
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2025
$5,764 (+1.0%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2024
$5,709 (+5.4%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2023
$5,416 (+6.8%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2022
$5,073 (+1.2%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2021
$5,012 (+41.3%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2020
$3,548 (+115.0%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2019
$1,650 (−54.6%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2018
$3,638 (+2.5%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2017
$3,550 (+2.4%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2016
$3,465 (+23.6%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2015
$2,803 (−34.9%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2014
$4,304
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
Tax history for 553 Sacandaga Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$5,764
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2025
$5,764 (+1.0%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2024
$5,709 (+5.4%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2023
$5,416 (+6.8%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2022
$5,073 (+1.2%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2021
$5,012 (+41.3%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2020
$3,548 (+115.0%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2019
$1,650 (−54.6%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2018
$3,638 (+2.5%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2017
$3,550 (+2.4%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2016
$3,465 (+23.6%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2015
$2,803 (−34.9%)
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
2014
$4,304
$37,400 + $107,000
$144,400
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
7
Baths
3.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4.6 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,663
Year built
1900
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Schenectady County
APN
422289A02100300020060000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 7, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking Total: 8
Parking Features: Off Street, Stone, Under Residence, 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: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 2 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 3 Information
Type: Dining Room
Level: First
Room 4 Information
Type: Other
Level: First
Room 5 Information
Type: Sun Room
Level: First
Room 6 Information
Type: Half Bathroom
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: Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 11 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 12 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: Second
Room 13 Information
Type: Full Bathroom
Level: Second
Room 14 Information
Type: Full Bathroom
Level: Second
Room 15 Information
Type: Kitchen
Level: First
Room 16 Information
Type: Living Room
Level: First
Room 17 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Room 18 Information
Type: Bedroom
Level: First
Room 19 Information
Type: Full Bathroom
Level: First
Basement Information
Basement: Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
Laundry Features
Laundry Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove, Living Room
Interior Features
# of Rooms Total: 19
Appliances: Range, Washer/Dryer
Flooring: Vinyl, Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Glass Enclosed, Porch
Roof: Rubber, Shingle, Asphalt
Other Structures: Shed(s), Garage(s)
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Property Condition: Fixer
Foundation Details: Stone
Living Area: 2,663
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 4.6
Lot Size Square Feet: 200,376
Lot Features: Other, Secluded, Level, Private, Road Frontage, Views, Wooded
Waterfront Features: Stream
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,794.88
Tax Annual Amount: $5,794.88
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Wood Stove
Utility Information
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water Source: Public
Location
School Information
High School: Scotia-Glenville
School District: Scotia Glenville
Location Information
Directions: From Amsterdam Rt 5 East to left onto Vley Rd. Right onto Sacandaga Rd (NY-147 N)
Public facts
Beds: 7
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,663
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4.6 acres
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: —
County: Schenectady County
APN: 422289A02100300020060000000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 7, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Glendaal School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 2.4mi
9/10
Scotia Glenville Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
Scotia Glenville Senior High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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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 97° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
3% 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
$241,000 – $292,000
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