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  • Price cut: $19.9K (8/7)
    $265,000

    51 Benson Street, Albany, NY 12206

    3beds
    1,209sqft
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    Single Family Residence, Residential
    Built in 1927
    3,484 Square Feet Lot
    $263,200 Zestimate®
    $219/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Office spaceVersatile bonus spaceFirst-floor bedroomBeautifully updated homeLaundry areaCenter islandStainless steel appliances
    **OPEN HOUSE Sunday 8/23 from 3-5pm** A rare opportunity to own two parcels offering the perfect combination of a beautifully updated home and exceptional income potential. This sale includes 51 & 53 Benson Street, featuring a move-in ready 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath bungalow, 8 detached garages, and immediate rental income. Four garages are located on the homesite, with an additional four on the adjoining parcel. Three garages are currently leased, providing income from day one. The home blends classic charm with modern updates, featuring hardwood floors, a bright living room, an updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a center island, spacious dining area, first-floor bedroom, full bath, laundry area and office space, plus an enclosed front porch. Upstairs offers two additional bedrooms, an updated half bath, and a versatile bonus space. Whether you're looking for an owner-occupied home with supplemental income or a unique investment opportunity, the garages offer endless possibilities for rental income, storage, workshop space, or hobby use. Conveniently located just off Central Avenue with easy access to shopping, restaurants, hospitals, and major highways, this one-of-a-kind property is a must-see. **See list of details in documents. Some photos have been virtually staged. Make sure to check out the virtual tour and YouTube video.**
    40 days
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    1,449
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    106
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    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Empire Real Estate Firm LLC 518-662-7653,

    Marisa Moffatt 518-598-9824

    Source: Global MLS,MLS#: 202622005MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 3
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Bedroom
      • Level: First
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      Bedroom
      • Level: Second
      Other
      • Level: First
      Kitchen
      • Level: First
      Living room
      • Level: First
      Office
      • Level: First
      Office
      • Level: Second
      Heating
      • Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas, Radiant
      Cooling
      • None
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Oven, Range
      • Laundry: Main Level
      Features
      • Solid Surface Counters, Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
      • Flooring: Vinyl, Carpet, Hardwood
      • Basement: Full,Unfinished
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 1,209
      • Total interior livable area: 1,209 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 1,209
      • Finished area below ground: 0
      Video & virtual tour

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 12
      • Parking features: Off Street, Paved, Detached, Driveway
      • Garage spaces: 8
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Enclosed, Front Porch
      Lot
      • Size: 3,484 Square Feet
      Details
      • Additional structures: Garage(s)
      • Parcel number: 010100 65.53114
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Bungalow
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
      Materials
      • Vinyl Siding
      • Roof: Shingle,Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1927

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Albany

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $219/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $184,375
      • Annual tax amount: $5,346
      • Date on market: 7/16/2026

        Estimated market value

        $263,200

        $250,000 - $276,000

        $1,760/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/7/2026Price change$265,000-7%$219/sqft
        Source: Global MLS #202622005 Report a problem
        7/31/2026Price change$284,900-1.7%$236/sqft
        Source: Global MLS #202622005 Report a problem
        7/17/2026Listed for sale$289,900+11.5%$240/sqft
        Source: Global MLS #202622005 Report a problem
        6/25/2026Listing removed$259,900$215/sqft
        Source: NY State MLS #11776451 Report a problem
        5/26/2026Price change$259,900-7.1%$215/sqft
        Source: Global MLS #202617382 Report a problem
        5/18/2026Price change$279,900-6.4%$232/sqft
        Source: Global MLS #202617382 Report a problem
        5/15/2026Listed for sale$299,000+394.2%$247/sqft
        Source: Global MLS #202617382 Report a problem
        6/21/2002Sold$60,500-8.3%$50/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/5/1995Sold$66,000$55/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025-- $177,000
        2024-- $177,000 +176.6%
        2023-- $64,000
        2022-- $64,000
        2021-- $64,000
        2020-- $64,000
        2019-- $64,000
        2018-- $64,000
        2017$2,587 -11.9%$64,000
        2016$2,936 $64,000 -20%
        2015-- $80,000
        2014-- $80,000
        2013-- $80,000 -32.6%
        2012-- $118,700
        2011-- $118,700
        2010-- $118,700
        2009-- $118,700
        2008-- $118,700
        2007-- $118,700 +86.9%
        2006-- $63,500
        2005-- $63,500
        2004-- $63,500
        2003-- $63,500 -3.8%
        2002-- $66,000
        2001-- $66,000
        2000-- $66,000
        Find assessor info on the county website

        Monthly payment

        Estimated monthly payment$1,822
        All calculations are estimates and provided by Zillow, Inc. for informational purposes only. Actual amounts may vary.
        HOA fees may include property taxes on listings classified as Co-Ops. Contact the listing agent and/or owner for fee details.
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 12206

        Getting around

        89 / 100
        Very Walkable
        57 / 100
        Good Transit
        72 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

        GreatSchools rating
        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • High: Albany

        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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