Active

$275,000

261 Donald Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304

3beds

1,296sqft

Single Family Residence, Residential

Built in 1975

3,049 Square Feet Lot

$272,100 Zestimate^®

$212/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Open House Sunday - 8/23 from 1-3PM. Welcome home to 261 Donald Avenue, a charming move in ready 3 BR, 1.5 BA Colonial style home offering comfortable living in a convenient Schenectady location. Inside, you'll find a functional layout with plenty of space to settle in and make your own, along with a full basement offering plenty of additional storage. Step outside onto the back deck overlooking the private backyard backed by woods, creating a peaceful setting with added privacy and a great space to relax, entertain, or enjoy the outdoors. Located just minutes from Central Park and its beautiful Rose Garden, as well as nearby shopping, dining, schools, and major roadways, this home offers a wonderful combination of everyday convenience and a tucked-away feel. Come see all that 261 Donald Avenue has to offer!

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 1
1/2 bathrooms: 1

Primary bedroom

Level: Second

Bedroom

Level: Second

Bedroom

Level: Second

Half bathroom

Level: First

Full bathroom

Level: Second

Dining room

Level: First

Kitchen

Level: First

Living room

Level: First

Heating

Forced Air, Natural Gas

Cooling

Window Unit(s)

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Ceramic Tile Bath, Chair Rail, Eat-in Kitchen
Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate
Doors: Storm Door(s)
Windows: Screens, Shutters, Curtain Rods, Double Pane Windows
Basement: Full,Unfinished

Interior area

Total structure area: 1,296
Total interior livable area: 1,296 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,296
Finished area below ground: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Driveway
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Patio & porch: Deck, Front Porch
Exterior features: Lighting
Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link

Lot

Size: 3,049 Square Feet
Features: Wooded, Negotiable, Cleared, Landscaped

Details

Additional structures: Shed(s)
Parcel number: 421500 50.70118
Special conditions: Standard

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Architectural style: Colonial
Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Roof: Asphalt

Condition

Updated/Remodeled
New construction: No
Year built: 1975

Utilities & green energy

Electric: 150 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Connected

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Schenectady

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $212/sqft
Tax assessed value: $148,203
Annual tax amount: $4,830
Date on market: 8/20/2026

Estimated market value

$272,100

$258,000 - $286,000

$2,082/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
8/20/2026	Listed for sale	$275,000+154.6%$212/sqft
Source: Global MLS #202624436 Report a problem
3/5/2010	Sold	$108,000-9.9%$83/sqft
Source: Global MLS #29120408 Report a problem
11/2/2009	Listed for sale	$119,900+122%$93/sqft
Source: NCI #29120408 Report a problem
4/8/2002	Sold	$54,000$42/sqft
Source: Global MLS #2127019 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	--	$89,500
2024	--	$89,500
2023	--	$89,500
2022	--	$89,500
2021	--	$89,500
2020	--	$89,500
2019	--	$89,500
2018	--	$89,500
2017	$3,419	$89,500
2016	--	$89,500
2015	--	$89,500
2014	--	$89,500
2013	--	$89,500
2012	--	$89,500
2011	--	$89,500
2010	--	$89,500
2009	--	$89,500 +33%
2008	--	$67,300
2007	--	$67,300
2006	--	$67,300
2005	--	$67,300
2004	--	$67,300 +8%
2002	--	$62,300
2001	--	$62,300
2000	--	$62,300