Welcome to 81 James street in Amsterdam, NY! This spacious 1,900 square foot home offers versatility and comfort of a three-bedroom, two bath residence. Previously a two-family property, the home has been converted into a single-family layout providing plenty of room for everyday life, entertaining and relaxation. Home could easily be reverted back to a two family also for an income based property. The first floor features a kitchen, living room, family room, foyer, full bath offering multiple gathering spaces. If needed two spaces could be converted back to bedrooms. Upstairs you will find a second family /living room area, three bedrooms, a bathroom and also a sunroom. On this floor one of the bedrooms could be converted back to a second kitchen area. A walk-up attic provides additional storage and the potential to create finished living space, a home office or hobby area. Laundry area is in basement and can easily be accessed by both floors. Home includes off street parking and a one car garage. Book your showing today to see all the potential this beautiful home has.
Active
Price cut: $30K (10/3)
$239,000
81 James Street, Amsterdam, NY 12010
3beds
1,900sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1900
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$265,800 Zestimate®
$126/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Off street parkingOne car garageThree-bedroom two bath residenceThree bedroomsFamily room
- 23 days
- 381
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Schermerhorn Realty Group LLC 518-470-3131,
Sara J Hillis 518-421-3216
Source: Global MLS,MLS#: 202626022
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Full bathroom
- Level: First
Full bathroom
- Level: Second
Dining room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: First
Family room
- Level: Second
Foyer
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Level: First
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: First
Living room
- Level: Second
Other
- Level: Third
Sun room
- Level: First
Heating
- Other, Hot Water
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Freezer, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Vinyl, Wood
- Basement: Full,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,900
- Total interior livable area: 1,900 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,900
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Off Street, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Patio & porch: Rear Porch, Covered, Front Porch
- Exterior features: None
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
Details
- Additional structures: Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 270100 56.37331
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Old Style,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Metal
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Amsterdam
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $126/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $111,765
- Annual tax amount: $794
- Date on market: 9/12/2026
Estimated market value
$265,800
$253,000 - $279,000
$1,835/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/3/2026 | Price change | $239,000-11.2%$126/sqft |
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| 9/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $269,000+691.2%$142/sqft |
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| 8/10/2007 | Sold | $34,000$18/sqft |
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| 10/13/1998 | Sold | $34,000$18/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2017 | $3,440 | $38,000 |
| 2016 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $38,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $38,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 12010
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Amsterdam
Source: Global MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.



