Character, charm, and an unbeatable Albany location come together at 521 Mercer Street! This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath home is anything but ordinary, offering the warmth and architectural personality that's hard to find in newer homes, all while providing modern comforts like central air conditioning.
Step inside to discover beautiful hardwood floors, classic details, spacious rooms, and character-filled living spaces with plenty of room to spread out. The flexible floor plan offers endless possibilities, whether you're entertaining, creating a dedicated home office, hosting guests, or simply looking for a home with room to grow.
Enjoy even more living space outdoors. Start your morning with coffee on the charming covered porch (both in front and back), then head out to your fully fenced backyard, a private outdoor space perfect for gardening, pets, entertaining, and relaxing.
Location is a standout here! Situated near Albany Medical Center, Washington Park, downtown Albany, restaurants, shopping, colleges, entertainment, public transportation, and major roadways, this centrally located Albany home puts the best of the city and Capital Region within easy reach.
If you've been searching for a spacious home with classic charm, and an exceptionally convenient location near Albany Medical Center, 521 Mercer Street deserves your attention. Come experience the character, space, and location that make this home truly special!
Contingent - continue to show
Price cut: $20.1K (8/19)
$299,900
521 Mercer Street, Albany, NY 12208
4beds
1,780sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1920
3,484 Square Feet Lot
$295,600 Zestimate®
$168/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic detailsCentral air conditioningFlexible floor planCharacter-filled living spacesFully fenced backyardBeautiful hardwood floorsSpacious rooms
- 54 days
- 339
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Miranda Real Estate Group Inc 518-348-2060,
Kristen Shwen 307-214-9458
Source: Global MLS,MLS#: 202623897
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Full bathroom
- Level: Second
Full bathroom
- Level: Basement
Dining room
- Level: First
Entry
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: First
Heating
- Hot Water, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Heated
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,780
- Total interior livable area: 1,780 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,780
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Entry location: First
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Front Porch
- Exterior features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
Lot
- Size: 3,484 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 010100 76.21113
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- Updated/Remodeled
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s), Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Albany
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $168/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $268,750
- Annual tax amount: $5,948
- Date on market: 8/13/2026
Estimated market value
$295,600
$281,000 - $310,000
$2,575/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/11/2026 | Contingent | $299,900$168/sqft |
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| 9/10/2026 | Pending sale | $299,900$168/sqft |
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| 8/19/2026 | Price change | $299,900-6.3%$168/sqft |
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| 8/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $320,000+138.8%$180/sqft |
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| 5/29/2011 | Sold | $134,000$75/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $258,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $258,000 +108.1% |
| 2023 | -- | $124,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $124,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $124,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $124,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $124,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $124,000 |
| 2017 | $3,672 -8.8% | $124,000 |
| 2016 | $4,024 | $124,000 -8.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $135,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $135,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $135,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $135,000 -19.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $168,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $168,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $168,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $168,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $168,000 +66.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $100,900 |
| 2005 | -- | $100,900 |
| 2004 | -- | $100,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $100,900 +36.9% |
| 2002 | -- | $73,700 |
| 2001 | -- | $73,700 |
| 2000 | -- | $73,700 |
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Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Pine Hills
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: New Scotland Elementary
- 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.






