Character meets modern comfort in this beautifully maintained two-story Albany home. Step into gleaming hardwood floors that flow throughout this 1920's classic leading you into a living room where stained-glass windows cast warm, colorful light and a working wood-burning stove creates a natural gathering spot. The updated kitchen offers the comfort of radiant-heated floors, the convenience of stainless steel appliances and opens to a designated dining room for easy everyday meals and entertaining. Upstairs, enjoy four spacious, comfortable bedrooms and updated full bath. Space feels easy and intentional, with a clever collection of flex areas: an enclosed, heated front sunroom that extends your living space, a practical mudroom with direct yard access, and an enclosed balcony off a bedroom, perfect for journaling, yoga, or a quiet call. Outside, the private vinyl-fenced yard sets the scene, with a floating deck perfect for outdoor dining and relaxed evenings. Practical wins abound; a detached 2-car garage plus off-street parking, on-demand high-efficiency heat & hot water, replacement windows, a vintage Pittsburgh potty in the basement, and a full walk-up attic for all the gear life brings. Location seals it: minutes to Albany Med and St. Peter's, and an easy walk to local eateries, coffee, parks, and neighborhood favorites. Beautifully maintained and truly loved, this home is ready to host your first holiday gathering—pie in the oven, fire crackling, guests arriving with smiles. Welcome home!
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$345,000
40 Forest Avenue, Albany, NY 12208
4beds
1,665sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
3,484.8 Square Feet Lot
$357,300 Zestimate®
$207/sqft
$2,439 Estimated rent
Home value
$357,300
$314,000 - $407,000
$2,439/mo
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Enclosed balconyOff-street parkingFloating deckFour spacious comfortable bedroomsPractical mudroomPrivate vinyl-fenced yardStainless steel appliances
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Listed by:
Renata Lewis 518-312-2069,
KW Platform
Bought with:
Elizabeth Hendler, 10401284368
Berkshire Hathaway HomeService
Source: HVCRMLS,MLS#: 20255535
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bathroom
- Description: Full
- Level: First
Bathroom
- Description: Full
- Level: Second
Basement
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Other
- Description: Sun Room
- Level: First
Other
- Description: 3 Season Room
- Level: Second
Other
- Description: Attic
- Level: Third
Heating
- Baseboard, Electric, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant Floor, Zoned
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Washer/Dryer, Tankless Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Range, Oven, Microwave, Instant Hot Water, Ice Maker, Gas Water Heater, Electric Oven, Double Oven, Dishwasher, Convection Oven
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- 3 Seasons Room, Built-in Features, Ceiling Fan(s), Crown Molding, High Speed Internet, Natural Woodwork, Pantry, Storage
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile
- Windows: Blinds, Display Window(s), Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Block,Full,Sump Pump,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,665
- Total interior livable area: 1,665 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,665
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Faces Side, Paved, Off Street, Garage Door Opener, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Front Porch, Rear Porch
- Exterior features: Garden, Lighting
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Vinyl
Lot
- Size: 3,484 sqft
- Dimensions: 32 x 113
- Features: Back Yard, Garden, Landscaped, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 010100
- Zoning: Residential
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Block, Plaster, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Albany
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2025 | Sold | $345,000+8.5%$207/sqft |
Source:  HVCRMLS #20255535 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2025 | Pending sale | $318,000$191/sqft |
Source:  Global MLS #202529011 Report a problem | ||
| 11/5/2025 | Price change | $318,000+33.1%$191/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202529011 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2022 | Pending sale | $239,000$144/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202218785 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2022 | Listed for sale | $239,000+11.2%$144/sqft |
Source: Global MLS #202218785 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2019 | Listing removed | $215,000$129/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Capital Dist #201917411 Report a problem | ||
| 4/26/2019 | Pending sale | $215,000$129/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty Capital District #201917411 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2019 | Listed for sale | $215,000+26.5%$129/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Capital Dist #201917411 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2011 | Listing removed | $169,898$102/sqft |
Source: Prime Properties, Inc. #201110611 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2011 | Price change | $169,898-2.9%$102/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Prime Properties, Inc. #201110611 Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2010 | Price change | $174,898-2.8%$105/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Prime Properties, Inc. #201022343 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2010 | Price change | $179,898-2.7%$108/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Premier #201022343 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2010 | Listed for sale | $184,898+71.4%$111/sqft |
Source: RE/Max Premier #201022343 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2002 | Sold | $107,900+1.9%$65/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 9/22/1999 | Sold | $105,900$64/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $290,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $290,000 +82.4% |
| 2023 | -- | $159,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $159,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $159,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $159,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $159,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $159,000 |
| 2017 | $4,444 +0.6% | $159,000 |
| 2016 | $4,419 | $159,000 +1.6% |
| 2015 | -- | $156,500 |
| 2014 | -- | $156,500 |
| 2013 | -- | $156,500 |
| 2012 | -- | $156,500 |
| 2011 | -- | $156,500 |
| 2010 | -- | $156,500 |
| 2009 | -- | $156,500 |
| 2008 | -- | $156,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $156,500 +38.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $113,100 |
| 2005 | -- | $113,100 |
| 2004 | -- | $113,100 |
| 2003 | -- | $113,100 +28.2% |
| 2002 | -- | $88,200 |
| 2001 | -- | $88,200 |
| 2000 | -- | $88,200 |
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Neighborhood: Helderberg
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10New Scotland Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10William S Hackett Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1 mi
- 4/10Albany High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
- New York
- Albany County
- Albany
- 12208
- Helderberg
- 40 Forest Avenue
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