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  • $305,900

    85 Forest Ave, Albany, NY 12208

    3beds
    1baths
    1,200sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1959
    7,680 Square Feet Lot
    $305,900 Zestimate®
    $255/sqft
    $2,319 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $305,900

    $288,000 - $324,000

    $2,319/mo

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    What's special

    Enjoy morning sunrises and evening sunsets through large, newly installed dual pane windows. Eat breakfast in a spacious dining area looking out into the backyard as rabbits, squirrels, cardinals, and blue jays start their day. Relax in a large, private backyard where lush greenery and a yellow hickory tree provide a backdrop for the fireflies that light up the summer night. Take in Corning Tower and parts of the Albany skyline from your living room window and watch the downtown 4th of July fireworks celebration from your front yard. Located on a quiet street in the Helderberg neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom home exudes character with hardwood floors throughout, modern appliances, AC and heat, a large backyard, and ample off-street parking.The bottom floor includes a four-car driveway and a spacious 1-car garage leading to a finished two-room basement including a half bath, washer/dryer, and a spacious area perfect for a workout/rec room. The second room features hardwood floors and was previously used as a music recording studio (hence the piano stairs) making a perfect movie/study/music/play/rec room. Both rooms have AC and heat. Three bedrooms, a full bathroom, kitchen, living room, and dining room are located on the top floor. The kitchen features a modern refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, and dishwasher, and the open living room and dining room have lovely views with big picture windows on each side. HOUSEHOLD MONTHLY INCOME MUST BE 3X RENT (5,400 PER MONTH)NO SMOKING ON PREMISESAPPLICATION, CREDIT AND BACKGROUND SCREENING REQUIREDCATS MAY BE CONSIDERED WITH ADDITIONAL RENTADDITIONAL $20 MONTHLY RESIDENT BENEFIT PACKAGE TO INCLUDE RENTER'S INSURANCE AND ONLINE PORTAL IS MANDATORY.1-1mi radius to: New Scotland Ave eateries: Navona, Kuma Ani, The Fountain, Albany Ale and Oysters, Graneyas Bar and Grill, Sake CafA, The Wine Shop Delaware Ave eateries and live music: Emack & Bolioas, Sweet Basil Thai Restaurant, La Empanada Llama Albany Public Library Albany Academies New Scotland Elementary School Sage College of Albany Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences Albany Law School Albany Medical College/Center St. Peteras Hospital 3.5mi to University at Albany 2.5mi to Downtown Albany

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1.5
    Heating
    • Forced air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Flooring: Tile, Hardwood
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,200 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached, Off-street
    Features
    • Exterior features: Wood
    Lot
    • Size: 7,680 sqft
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0101007543231

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Metal
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • Year built: 1959

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Albany

    Other

    Other facts
    • Cats Allowed
    • Dogs Allowed

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    6/18/2024Listing removed--
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    6/13/2024Listed for rent$2,200+22.2%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem
    5/18/2020Listing removed$1,800$2/sqft
    Source: Veno Properties Report a problem
    5/4/2020Listed for rent$1,800$2/sqft
    Source: Veno Properties LLC Report a problem
    9/20/2016Sold$169,000-5.6%$141/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem
    7/26/2015Listing removed$179,000$149/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/24/2015Price change$179,000+8.5%$149/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    7/18/2015Price change$165,000-2.4%$138/sqft
    Source: Clickit Realty #201511356 Report a problem
    6/17/2015Price change$169,000-5.6%$141/sqft
    Source: Clickit Realty #201511356 Report a problem
    6/1/2015Listed for sale$179,000+98.9%$149/sqft
    Source: Owner Report a problem
    1/18/2013Sold$90,000-5.3%$75/sqft
    Source: Global MLS #201227032 Report a problem
    12/28/2012Listed for sale$95,000$79/sqft
    Source: RealtyUSA.com #201227032 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025-- $216,000
    2024-- $216,000 +96.4%
    2023-- $110,000
    2022-- $110,000
    2021-- $110,000
    2020-- $110,000
    2019-- $110,000
    2018-- $110,000
    2017$4,339 +2.7%$110,000
    2016$4,226 $110,000 -0.5%
    2015-- $110,500
    2014-- $110,500
    2013-- $110,500 -41%
    2012-- $187,300
    2011-- $187,300
    2010-- $187,300
    2009-- $187,300
    2008-- $187,300
    2007-- $187,300 +82.7%
    2006-- $102,500
    2005-- $102,500
    2004-- $102,500
    2003-- $102,500 +6.4%
    2002-- $96,300
    2001-- $96,300
    2000-- $96,300

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    Neighborhood: Helderberg

    Nearby schools

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

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.