Live side-by-side with the flexibility today's lifestyles require in this thoughtfully designed twin in-law home featuring two separate 2-bedroom, 1-bath units for a combined total of 4 beds & 2 full baths over 2,760 sq ft. This purpose-built legal in-law residence offers ADA compliant one-level living with ramp accessibility, creating comfort, independence, and ease for multigenerational living under one roof. Make a grand entrance down the circular driveway and discover a tucked-away retreat just 2 minutes to Regeneron and only 10 minutes to downtown Albany. Sip your coffee on the wraparound mahogany porch as you watch the world go by in this peaceful setting surrounded by lush lawn, gardens, and mature trees. Inside you'll feel the openness created by cathedral ceilings and sunlight streaming through a multitude of windows. Gather together in the modern open floor plan, where stunning inlaid hardwood floors and custom tile add warmth and character throughout. Whip up memorable meals in the gorgeous eat-in chef's kitchen featuring granite counters, a center island, and generous prep space. Laundry day is a breeze with the convenient first-floor laundry. Grill & chill on the expansive deck overlooking the level, private backyard. Cool off in the above-ground pool with a new pump (2025). Imagine the possibilities in the huge basement that is ready to be finished into even more living space. Enjoy year-round comfort with a newer furnace and central A/C (2022), while solar panels help reduce energy costs and increase efficiency. HW tank (2023). Highly ranked East Greenbush Schools. Must show valid prequalification letter prior to scheduling a private showing.
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Price cut: $25K (6/16)
$499,900
1 Birch Lane, Rensselaer, NY 12144
4beds
2,760sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 2003
0.81 Acres Lot
$497,200 Zestimate®
$181/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Wraparound mahogany porchAbove-ground poolModern open floor planCenter islandStunning inlaid hardwood floorsConvenient first-floor laundryCustom tile
- 58 days |
- 2,139 |
- 101 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
KW Platform 518-935-4600,
Jenn L Baniak-Hollands 518-512-7784
Source: Global MLS,MLS#: 202616626
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Description: Side 1
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Description: Side 1
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Description: Side 2
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Description: Side 2
- Level: First
Full bathroom
- Description: Side 1
- Level: First
Full bathroom
- Description: Side 2
- Level: First
Den
- Description: Side 2
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: Side 1
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Description: Side 2
- Level: First
Living room
- Description: Side 1
- Level: First
Living room
- Description: Side 2
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet, Main Level
Features
- Grinder Pump, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Basement: Exterior Entry,Full,Sump Pump,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,760
- Total interior livable area: 2,760 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,760
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Off Street, Circular Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Accessible Approach with Ramp, Accessible Doors, Accessible Full Bath, Accessible Hallway(s), Accessible Kitchen, Customized Wheelchair Accessible
Features
- Patio & porch: Pressure Treated Deck, Wrap Around, Composite Deck, Covered, Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: Above Ground
- Fencing: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.81 Acres
- Features: Private, Wooded, Garden, Landscaped
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 382400 154.4151
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Grinder Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle,Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2003
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, Photovoltaics Seller Owned
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Rensselaer
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $181/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $573,000
- Annual tax amount: $10,229
- Date on market: 5/7/2026
Estimated market value
$497,200
$472,000 - $522,000
$3,628/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Price change | $499,900-4.8%$181/sqft |
Source:  Global MLS #202616626 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2026 | Price change | $524,900-4.5%$190/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202616626 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,900+69.2%$199/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202616626 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2016 | Sold | $325,000$118/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #201610261 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $573,000 +61% |
| 2024 | -- | $355,800 |
| 2023 | -- | $355,800 +6.8% |
| 2022 | -- | $333,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $333,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $333,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $333,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $333,000 +20.7% |
| 2017 | $5,262 | $276,000 +13.1% |
| 2016 | -- | $244,100 |
| 2015 | -- | $244,100 |
| 2014 | -- | $244,100 |
| 2013 | -- | $244,100 -6.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $262,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $262,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $262,200 -5% |
| 2009 | -- | $276,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $276,000 +380% |
| 2007 | -- | $57,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $57,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $57,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $57,500 -22.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $74,500 +223.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $23,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $23,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $23,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 12144
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Red Mill SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10Howard L Goff SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 8/10Columbia High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Columbia
Source: Global MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- New York
- Rensselaer County
- Rensselaer
- 12144
- 1 Birch Lane
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