Beautifully curated three-story townhome situated along one of downtown Albany's most coveted city blocks includes completely separate garden unit that's currently being used on a short term basis, legal 2-family. Spanning over 3,200 SQFT across four aesthetically pleasing levels, this residence features 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, modern amenties throughout, privates oasis-like backyard with trex decking, roof access & more. Easily accessible to Washington Park, Albany Medical Center/St. Peter's Hospital, SUNY Albany, Lark St, downtown state & legislative entities, coffee shops, galleries, nightlife & so many more desirable downtown attractions. Original details still adorned throughout such as high ceilings, oversized windows, tile, fireplaces, stained glass, built ins, woodwork, etc. A rare trophy residence--where gilded architecture meets flawless modern execution--offering a once-in-a-generation opportunity in the heart of Center Square.
Active
$589,000
142 Chestnut Street, Albany, NY 12210
5beds
3,216sqft
Duplex, Multi Family
Built in 1875
-- sqft lot
$565,400 Zestimate®
$183/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Oversized windowsRoof accessHigh ceilingsCompletely separate garden unitStained glass
- 33 days |
- 2,007 |
- 116 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
McDonald Real Estate Comp LLC 518-505-4977,
Colin McDonald 518-505-4977
Source: Global MLS,MLS#: 202622175
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- AC Pump, Ductless, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room, Upper Level
Features
- Solid Surface Counters, Ceiling Fan(s), Steam Shower, Walk-In Closet(s), Built-in Features, Ceramic Tile Bath
- Flooring: Vinyl, Tile, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Apartment,Bath/Stubbed,Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Heated,Interior Entry,Walk-Out Access
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,216
- Total interior livable area: 3,216 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,216
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Patio & porch: Composite Deck, Deck
- Exterior features: Other, Garden
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Downtown
Lot
- Size: 2,178 Square Feet
- Features: Private, Level, Landscaped, Views, Cleared
Details
- Parcel number: 010100 76.24224
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Brick, Stucco
- Roof: Flat,Rubber
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1875
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Center Square
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Albany
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $183/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $418,750
- Annual tax amount: $10,945
- Date on market: 7/20/2026
- Tenant pays: Electricity
Estimated market value
$565,400
$537,000 - $594,000
$1,755/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $589,000-1.8%$183/sqft |
Source:  Global MLS #202622175 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2026 | Listing removed | $599,900$187/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202528141 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2025 | Price change | $599,900-4%$187/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202527948 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $624,900+123.2%$194/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202527948 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Global MLS #202316701 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2023 | Listed for sale | $280,000-13.8%$87/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202316701 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2022 | Sold | $325,000$101/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202216251 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2022 | Pending sale | $325,000$101/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202216251 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $325,000+140.7%$101/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202216251 Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2000 | Sold | $135,000$42/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #2020272 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $402,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $402,000 +27.6% |
| 2023 | -- | $315,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $315,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $315,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $315,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $315,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $315,000 |
| 2017 | $10,689 +4.8% | $315,000 |
| 2016 | $10,200 | $315,000 +6.6% |
| 2015 | -- | $295,500 |
| 2014 | -- | $295,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $295,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $295,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $295,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $295,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $295,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $295,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $295,500 +114.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $137,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $137,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $137,500 |
| 2003 | -- | $137,500 -5.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $145,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $145,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $145,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Center Square
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Giffen Memorial Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 1 mi
- 3/10Stephen And Harriet Myers Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 4/10Albany High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Giffen Memorial
- High: Albany
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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