Welcome to this beautifully renovated Home located in the desirable Woodlawn neighborhood, just steps from Central Park and the Schenectady Municipal Golf Course. This move-in ready home offers convenience and charm, ideally situated right off Route 7 and close to shopping, restaurants, and major highways.
Inside, you'll love the brand-new kitchen featuring stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and modern finishes. The home offers 3 spacious bedrooms and 1.5 updated bathrooms, blending classic style with contemporary comfort.
Enjoy outdoor living on the wrap-around deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, and take advantage of the new driveway and a large, dry basement that provides excellent storage or potential for additional living space.
With its prime location, thoughtful updates, and timeless appeal, this Woodlawn Colonial is a must-see!
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$299,000
278 Donald Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304
3beds
1,464sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1970
8,276.4 Square Feet Lot
$301,800 Zestimate®
$204/sqft
$2,173 Estimated rent
Home value
$301,800
$275,000 - $329,000
$2,173/mo
Zestimate® history
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Modern finishesWrap-around deckStainless steel appliancesLarge dry basementNew drivewayGranite countertopsBrand-new kitchen
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michael Dufek 518-788-3405,
Dufek Real Estate Group, LLC
Bought with:
Coty L Demers, 10301223940
Real Broker NY LLC
Source: Global MLS,MLS#: 202612974
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl
- Basement: Unfinished
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: 4
- Parking features: Paved, Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 8,276 sqft
Details
- Parcel number: 421500 50.70146
- 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: 1970
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Schenectady
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/29/2026 | Sold | $299,000$204/sqft |
Source:  Global MLS #202612974 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2026 | Pending sale | $299,000$204/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202612974 Report a problem | ||
| 3/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,000-0.3%$204/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202612974 Report a problem | ||
| 12/19/2025 | Listing removed | $299,999$205/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202529514 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2025 | Price change | $299,999+0.3%$205/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202529514 Report a problem | ||
| 12/4/2025 | Price change | $298,9990%$204/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202529514 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2025 | Price change | $299,000-8%$204/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202529514 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $325,000+150%$222/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202529514 Report a problem | ||
| 8/29/2025 | Sold | $130,000+87.3%$89/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202524879 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/1996 | Sold | $69,400$47/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2024 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2023 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2022 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2021 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2020 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2019 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2018 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2017 | $4,101 | $105,200 |
| 2016 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2015 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2014 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2012 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2011 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2010 | -- | $105,200 |
| 2009 | -- | $105,200 +42.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $74,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $74,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $74,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $74,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $74,000 +8% |
| 2002 | -- | $68,500 |
| 2001 | -- | $68,500 |
| 2000 | -- | $68,500 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Woodlawn
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Paige Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Central Park International Magnet SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Schenectady High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Paige
- High: Schenectady
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
- Schenectady County
- Schenectady
- 12304
- Woodlawn
- 278 Donald Avenue
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