Welcome to 1912 8th Street, a beautifully fully renovated home in the heart of Rensselaer that blends comfort, convenience, and gorgeous natural light. This charming residence offers four spacious bedrooms, including a private primary suite upstairs with its own en-suite half bathroom a peaceful retreat at the end of the day.
The heart of the home is a large, open kitchen, perfect for gathering, cooking, and entertaining. Recent upgrades make this home truly move-in ready: the roof, boiler, and basement have all been redone within the past year, and the appliances were replaced within the last two years, ensuring modern comfort and peace of mind.
One of the home's most captivating features is the dreamy golden-hour light that streams through the east-facing windows each evening, filling the living spaces with a warm, inviting glow.
The location is ideal, especially for commuters! Enjoy quick access to I-90, and reach the Amtrak station in just 7 minutes, offering easy travel to Albany, NYC, and beyond. Plus, the middle school and high school are only a short walk away.
With thoughtful renovations, abundant light, and unbeatable convenience, 1912 8th Street offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and location.
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$301,500
1912 8th Street, Rensselaer, NY 12144
4beds
1,181sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1923
4,791.6 Square Feet Lot
$304,700 Zestimate®
$255/sqft
$2,297 Estimated rent
Home value
$304,700
$262,000 - $353,000
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Four spacious bedrooms
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Samara C Boland 518-590-5110,
Vera Cohen Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Ashwin Chelliah, 10401395021
Sinkoff Realty Group
Source: Global MLS,MLS#: 202530212
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: First
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Full bathroom
- Level: First
Half bathroom
- Level: Second
Basement
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Baseboard, Forced Air, Solar
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Washer Hookup
Features
- High Speed Internet, Walk-In Closet(s), Built-in Features, Crown Molding, Eat-in Kitchen
- Flooring: Tile, Vinyl, Concrete
- Windows: Wood Frames, Curtain Rods
- Basement: Crawl Space,Heated,Interior Entry,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,181
- Total interior livable area: 1,181 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,181
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Off Street, Paved, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Enclosed, Front Porch, Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Fencing: Wood,Back Yard,Chain Link,Full
Lot
- Size: 4,791 sqft
- Features: Level, Road Frontage, Negotiable
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 381400 133.7911
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Fuel Tank(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,Custom,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Block, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Shingle,Asphalt
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Photovoltaics Third-Party Owned
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Closed Circuit Camera(s)
Location
- Region: Rensselaer
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/5/2026 | Sold | $301,500-5%$255/sqft |
Source:  Global MLS #202530212 Report a problem | ||
| 12/22/2025 | Pending sale | $317,500$269/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202530212 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $317,500+22.2%$269/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202530212 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2025 | Sold | $259,900$220/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202426453 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2024 | Pending sale | $259,900$220/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202426453 Report a problem | ||
| 11/16/2024 | Price change | $259,900-3.7%$220/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202426453 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2024 | Price change | $269,900-3.3%$229/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202426453 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2024 | Price change | $279,000-3.5%$236/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202426453 Report a problem | ||
| 9/30/2024 | Listed for sale | $289,000+44.9%$245/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202426453 Report a problem | ||
| 7/29/2024 | Sold | $199,502+53.6%$169/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2024 | Pending sale | $129,900$110/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202420132 Report a problem | ||
| 6/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $129,900+209.3%$110/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202420132 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/1999 | Sold | $42,000$36/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $32,000 +13.5% |
| 2024 | -- | $28,200 |
| 2023 | -- | $28,200 |
| 2022 | -- | $28,200 |
| 2021 | -- | $28,200 |
| 2020 | -- | $28,200 |
| 2019 | -- | $28,200 |
| 2018 | -- | $28,200 +16.5% |
| 2017 | $4,385 | $24,200 |
| 2016 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2015 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2014 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2008 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2007 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2006 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2005 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2004 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2003 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2002 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2001 | -- | $24,200 |
| 2000 | -- | $24,200 |
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Neighborhood: 12144
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Van Rensselaer Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Rensselaer Junior Senior High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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