Opportunity in Albany's desirable Pine Hills neighborhood! This charming 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom home features original hardwood floors, crown molding, a wood-burning fireplace, formal dining room, and bright sun porch. New windows add comfort while preserving classic character. Recent updates include a new hot water heater and new gas stove. Additional features include a one car garage and outdoor built in grill. Conveniently located near Albany High School and just minutes to Madison Ave, the library, coffee shops, movie theater, shops, and the bus line.
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$265,000
181 Benson Street, Albany, NY 12206
4beds
1,464sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1940
3,484 Square Feet Lot
$265,400 Zestimate®
$181/sqft
$2,791 Estimated rent
Home value
$265,400
$226,000 - $313,000
$2,791/mo
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Outdoor built in grillOne car garageCrown moldingWood-burning fireplaceFormal dining roomOriginal hardwood floorsNew windows add comfort
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Marisha Gennett 518-577-0427,
Inglenook Realty Inc,
Kathleen M Gordon 518-365-5137,
Inglenook Realty Inc
Bought with:
Jeury Lugo, 10401347643
KW Platform
Source: Global MLS,MLS#: 202613108
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Full bathroom
- Level: Second
Half bathroom
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: First
Foyer
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Sun room
- Level: First
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,464
- Total interior livable area: 1,464 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,464
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Paved, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Side Porch, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Other
Lot
- Size: 3,484 Square Feet
- Features: Level
Details
- Additional structures: Outdoor Kitchen, Storage
- Parcel number: 010100 65.45274
- Zoning description: Single Residence
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asbestos Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 150 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Albany
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $181/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $217,708
- Annual tax amount: $5,382
- Date on market: 4/8/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/11/2026 | Sold | $265,000+4%$181/sqft |
Source:  Global MLS #202613108 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2026 | Pending sale | $254,900$174/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202613108 Report a problem | ||
| 4/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $254,900$174/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202613108 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2026 | Pending sale | $254,900$174/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202613108 Report a problem | ||
| 3/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $254,900+85.1%$174/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202613108 Report a problem | ||
| 6/17/2013 | Listing removed | $137,700$94/sqft |
Source: Prudential Manor Homes, REALTORS #201316012 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2013 | Price change | $137,700-1.6%$94/sqft |
Source: Prudential Manor Homes, REALTORS #201316012 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2013 | Price change | $139,900-3.8%$96/sqft |
Source: Prudential Manor Homes, REALTORS #201316012 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2013 | Price change | $145,500-2.7%$99/sqft |
Source: Prudential Manor Homes, REALTORS #201316012 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2013 | Listed for sale | $149,500+37.2%$102/sqft |
Source: Prudential Manor Homes, REALTORS #201316012 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2003 | Sold | $109,000+26.7%$74/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #2313043 Report a problem | ||
| 6/6/1996 | Sold | $86,000$59/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $209,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $209,000 +43.2% |
| 2023 | -- | $146,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $146,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $146,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $146,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $146,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $146,000 |
| 2017 | $5,360 +0.7% | $146,000 |
| 2016 | $5,322 | $146,000 +0.7% |
| 2015 | -- | $145,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $145,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $145,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $145,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $145,000 -7.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $157,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $157,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $157,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $157,000 +73.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $90,300 |
| 2005 | -- | $90,300 |
| 2004 | -- | $90,300 |
| 2003 | -- | $90,300 +8.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $83,400 |
| 2001 | -- | $83,400 |
| 2000 | -- | $83,400 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 12206
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Pine Hills Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10NORTH ALBANY ACADEMY MIDDLE SCHOOLGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- 4/10Albany High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Pine Hills
- 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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