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    • $1,425,000

    488 Charlton Road, Ballston Spa, NY 12020

    6beds
    5,668sqft
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 2014
    3.56 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $251/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Secret doorComposite deckFourth bedroomLaundry roomBreathtaking main levelPrivate side porchLarge center island
    Set on 3.5 private acres just 10 miles outside of Saratoga Springs within the coveted Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake School District and bucolic Town of Charlton, this spectacular 2014 custom-designed modern farmhouse perfectly pairs grand scale with high-efficiency luxury. Spanning an impressive 7,533 total finished square feet, the estate opens into a breathtaking main level highlighted by a soaring Great Room with 20-foot ceilings and expansive windows allowing unparalleled natural light. The adjacent gourmet kitchen is outfitted with a large center island, a walk-in pantry, seating area, abundant storage and premium Wolf double ovens and cooktop. The main floor hosts three bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, laundry room, and a welcoming mud hall, all tied together with elegant hardwood and tile flooring. Overlooking the soaring great room is the mezzanine ready for living and entertaining as well as a fourth bedroom. The home's versatile layout also includes a second floor 1,260-square-foot finished bonus area perfect for a private home office or media room accessed by a secret door. Below, the bright 1,865-square-foot finished walkout lower level features two bedrooms, a full bathroom, two distinct living areas making it perfect for a seamless recreation area, in-law suite or apartment conversion. Built for ultimate durability and efficiency, the property features a standing seam metal roof, natural wood siding, spray foam insulation, a two-field geothermal HVAC system, on demand hot water and whole house generator. Outside, the landscaped grounds feature a composite deck, a screened porch, and a private side porch, completed by a tree-lined horseshoe driveway and an oversized two-car garage with a 220v EV charger.
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    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Venture Fox Realty Group LLC 518-290-1070,

    Andrew J Bodden 518-573-3945

    Source: Global MLS,MLS#: 202617923MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: First
      Bedroom
      • Level: First
      Bedroom
      • Level: First
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom
      • Level: Basement
      Bedroom
      • Level: Basement
      Dining room
      • Level: First
      Family room
      • Level: First
      Family room
      • Level: Basement
      Foyer
      • Level: First
      Game room
      • Level: Second
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      Laundry
      • Level: First
      Living room
      • Level: Basement
      Mud room
      • Level: First
      Office
      • Level: First
      Other
      • Level: Second
      Other
      • Level: Second
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Geothermal
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Geothermal
      Appliances
      • Included: Convection Oven, Double Oven, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater, Washer/Dryer, Water Softener
      • Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
      Features
      • Solid Surface Counters, Walk-In Closet(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Built-in Features
      • Flooring: Tile, Carpet, Cork, Hardwood
      • Doors: Sliding Doors
      • Windows: Egress Window, ENERGY STAR Qualified Windows, Garden Window(s)
      • Basement: Exterior Entry,Finished,Full,Heated,Walk-Out Access
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 5,668
      • Total interior livable area: 5,668 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 5,668
      • Finished area below ground: 1,865
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 6
      • Parking features: Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Screened, Side Porch, Composite Deck, Deck, Enclosed, Front Porch, Porch
      • Exterior features: Gas Grill
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Pasture, Trees/Woods
      Lot
      • Size: 3.56 Acres
      Details
      • Parcel number: 412200 237.186
      • Zoning description: Rural
      • Special conditions: Standard
      • Other equipment: Air Purifier, Grinder Pump

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Custom,Farmhouse
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Wood Siding
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Metal
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 2014

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: 220 Volts, Generator
      • Sewer: Septic Tank

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Security System
      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Ballston Spa

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $251/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,056,539
      • Annual tax amount: $19,936
      • Date on market: 5/24/2026

        Estimated market value

        Not available

        Estimated sales range

        Not available

        $4,455/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/31/2026Pending sale$1,425,000$251/sqft
        Source: Global MLS #202617923 Report a problem
        5/24/2026Listed for sale$1,425,000$251/sqft
        Source: Global MLS #202617923 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024-- $538,835
        2023-- $538,835 -10.1%
        2022-- $599,544
        2021-- $599,544
        2020-- $599,544 -9.4%
        2019-- $661,700
        2018-- $661,700
        2017$20,726 +1450.4%$661,700
        2016$1,337 +469.7%$661,700 +135.9%
        2015$235 $280,500 +479.5%
        2014-- $48,400
        2013-- $48,400
        2012-- $48,400 -1.5%
        2010-- $49,140
        2009-- $49,140
        2008-- $49,140
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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        HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
        Mortgage interest rates are dependent on a number of factors, including credit score, down payment, and repayment length. Interest rate data provided by Zillow Group Marketplace, Inc. as of 1/1/1970 from various mortgage lenders with which we have lead or other similar arrangements; the Estimated Payment is an average of those rates.
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 12020

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        23 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Charlton Heights
        • High: Burnt Hills-Ballston Lake HS

        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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