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$299,900

2 Birchwood Ave Rensselaer, NY 12144

4 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,563 sqft
0.1 acres
$192 / sqft
House

Property details

About 2 Birchwood Ave

Welcome to this beautifully updated 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bath home offering 1,563 sq ft of comfortable living space. Situated in a convenient neighborhood location, this property features comfort and modern updates throughout. Enjoy the kitchen with quartz countertops, large island, and newer s/s appliances. Spacious living room perfect for relaxing or entertaining, separate dining room, and a back porch for additional space. Newer: furnace with central air, electric, vanity, light fixtures, flooring, hot water heater, cabinets, etc..Fenced yard is ideal for pets or play, plus a one-car garage and off street parking. A full unfinished basement provides storage and laundry. Just minutes from local eateries, shopping, and major roadways.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,563 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.14 Acres
Year built1930
ParkingOff Street, Paved, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
MLS #202517160
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Electric Oven, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Vinyl, Laminate
  • Interior: Paddle Fan, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Kitchen Island
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Off Street, Paved, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
  • Exterior: Back Fence, Fence, Porch, Patio, Paved Driveway
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $299,900
  • Price/SqFt: $191
  • Annual Tax Amount: $5,102
  • Tax Year: 2021
  • Lot: Level, Cleared
  • Directions: Take I90 to exit 7, Left on Washington Ave, Left on Birchwood Ave, Home is on Right.
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Living Area: 1,563 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.14 Acres
  • MLS Number: 202517160
  • MLS Name: Global MLS
  • Office Name: Howard Hanna Capital Inc
  • Office Phone: (518) 371-4500
  • Office Email: heidirotter@howardhanna.com
  • Listing Agent: Nicole Wilkie

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Jan 09, 2020
Home Sold
$100,000
Oct 30, 2019
Home Sold
$62,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$35,800$-
2022$35,800$-
2021$35,800$5,102
2020$35,800$5,102
2019$35,800$3,166
2018$35,800$2,597
2017$35,800$2,370

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Van Rensselaer Elementary School

Public District PK-6

0.7 mi

25 Van Rensselaer Dr

8

Bell Top School

Public District KG-5

1.5 mi

39 Reynolds Rd

3

Arbor Hill Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.2 mi

1 Arbor Dr

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $68,729. Residents of Rensselaer, NY typically earn between $35k-100k each year. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

18%
<35k
54%
35k-100k
24%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

60%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
24%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

10%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
27%
18-34 yrs old
42%
35-64 yrs old
17%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College FootballCollege Football
  • SoccerSoccer
  • NASCARNASCAR

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Express/Express For MenExpress/Express For Men
  • Old NavyOld Navy
  • Dick's Sporting GoodsDick's Sporting Goods

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • SonicSonic
  • Jimmy JohnsJimmy Johns
  • ArbysArbys

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • GMCGMC
  • LexusLexus

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • New CountryNew Country
  • Adult HitsAdult Hits
  • OldiesOldies
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 2 Birchwood Ave

The listing price of 2 Birchwood Ave property is $299,900.

The property 2 Birchwood Ave is a house located in Rensselaer, New York, 12144.

Active Listing: 2 Birchwood Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 2 Birchwood Ave are: Van Rensselaer Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Bell Top School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Arbor Hill Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), North Albany Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Menands School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Kipp Tech Valley Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Rensselaer Junior/Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Columbia High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Green Tech High Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $5,102 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on January 9, 2020 for $100,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 2 Birchwood Ave has 4 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 2 Birchwood Ave is 1,563 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 2 Birchwood Ave is 1930.

This home is located at 2 Birchwood Ave in Rensselaer, NY and zip code 12144. This 1,563 square foot home, which was built in 1930, sits on a 0.14 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $299,900.

In June 2025 more than 4 listings in Rensselaer, NY were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 4 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 6 were sold below. Between May and June 2025, Rensselaer, NY real estate market has seen decrease in the number of listings by 1.4%. In June 2025 median list price was $260,000 and the average listing age was 12 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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