#202514217, John Alund, Listing office: Lincoln House Realty
$600,000 List price
218 Lancaster St Albany, NY 12210
4 beds
3 full
2,904 sqft
0.04 acres
$207 / sqft
House
Property details
About 218 Lancaster St
This stunning renovated 1889 townhouse brownstone nestled in Albany's vibrant + historical Washington Park|Center Square neighborhood is meticulously maintained w 5BRs, 3BAs + a garden apt w priv entrance generating income as a short-term rental. Original charm blends seamlessly w contemporary design! Updates: Main kitchen w NEW cabinetry, stone countertops, stylish lighting, high-end appliances; great for entertaining + don't miss the refinished HW floors, STUNNING bathrooms (1 w doorless walk-in dual rain shower), all w custom touches. NEW HW heater, NEW rear-facing windows, renovated third floor w laundry + so much more. Rare find in the Heart of Albany, 3 doors from the park, moments from the Capitol, NYS museum, dining, AMC, School of Pharma, Alb Law + so much more. See Virtual Tour
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Radiant
StatusActive
CoolingWindow Unit(s)
Size2,904 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.04 Acres
Year built1889
MLS #202520379
ViewCity
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Appliances: Ice Maker, Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer, Wine Cooler
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood
- Interior: High Speed Internet, Eat-in Kitchen
- Total Bedroom Count: 4
- Attached Garage: No
- Parking: None
- View: City
- Exterior: Back Fence, Fence, Privacy Fence, Porch, Lighting
- Architectural Style: Accessory Apartment
- Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant
- Cooling: Window Unit(s)
- List Price: $600,000
- Price/SqFt: $206
- Annual Tax Amount: $9,644
- Tax Year: 2022
- Lot: Secluded, Level
- Directions: From downtown Albany, head west on Washington Ave. Turn left onto Lark St, then right onto Lancaster St. Property is on the left between Lark St and Willet St.
- Year Built: 1889
- Living Area: 2,904 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.04 Acres
- MLS Number: 202520379
- MLS Name: Global MLS
- Office Name: KW Platform
- Office Phone: (518) 724-5800
- Office Email: mweiss@kw.com
- Listing Agent: Samantha Parker
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 08, 2024 | Home Sold | $599,000 |
| Dec 28, 2015 | Home Sold | $234,900 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $234,900 | $- |
| 2022 | $234,900 | $9,644 |
| 2021 | $234,900 | $9,644 |
| 2020 | $234,900 | $9,644 |
| 2019 | $234,900 | $8,912 |
| 2018 | $234,900 | $9,149 |
| 2017 | $234,900 | $10,937 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Sheridan Preparatory Academy
Public District PK-5
0.5 mi
•400 Sheridan Ave
4
Thomas S O'Brien Academy of Science & Technology
Public Magnet PK-6
0.6 mi
•94 Delaware Ave
5
Brighter Choice Charter School for Girls
Public Charter KG-5
0.6 mi
•250 Central Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $42,394. The most common annual income of people living in Albany, NY is less than $<35k. Most families are single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
42%
<35k
40%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
10%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
88%
Single, No Kids
2%
Single, with Kids
8%
Married, No Kids
2%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
3%
<11 yrs old
2%
12-17 yrs old
58%
18-34 yrs old
30%
35-64 yrs old
7%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
NBA/WNBA
Major League Soccer (MLS)
Continuing Education Courses
Where do the neighbors shop?
Express/Express For Men
Banana Republic
H&M
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Starbucks
Sonic
Qdoba
What do the neighbors drive?
Pontiac
Infiniti
Volkswagen
What do the neighbors listen to?
Urban Contemporary
Alternative- Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 218 Lancaster St
The listing price of 218 Lancaster St property is $600,000.
The property 218 Lancaster St is a house located in Albany, New York, 12210.
Active Listing: 218 Lancaster St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 218 Lancaster St are: Sheridan Preparatory Academy (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Thomas S O'Brien Academy of Science & Technology (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Brighter Choice Charter School for Girls (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), William S. Hackett Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Kipp Tech Valley Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Albany Community Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Albany Leadership Charter High School for Girls (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Green Tech High Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Albany High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $9,644 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 8, 2024 for $599,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 218 Lancaster St has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.
The property 218 Lancaster St is 2,904 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 218 Lancaster St is 1889.
This home is located at 218 Lancaster St in Albany, NY and zip code 12210 in the Center Square neighborhood. This 2,904 square foot home, which was built in 1889, sits on a 0.04 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 25, 2025 and is currently priced at $600,000.
Over 57 listings were sold over their listed price in June 2025 in Albany, NY. In the same period over 27 listings were sold below the listed price and 9 listings were sold for the listed price. The inventory of homes for sale in Albany, NY between May and June 2025 decreased by 9.3%. Listings spent 15 days on the market in June 2025, and had a median list price of $295,000 during the same period.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.