#202520736, John P Jackson, Listing office: O.W.N Real Estate
$265,000 List price
305 Elder St Schenectady, NY 12304
3 beds
1 full
1,296 sqft
0.2 acres
$204 / sqft
House
Property details
About 305 Elder St
Adorable Cape Cod full of potential and ready for you to make it your own! Step into the inviting living room featuring a charming bay window. Enjoy easy-to-maintain vinyl flooring throughout mist of the house and three comfortable bedrooms. The upstairs offers a versatile layout with a bedroom, cozy loft area, a walk-in cedar closet, and an additional large storage space. Spacious eat-in kitchen with tile back splash and plenty of work/storage space. Sliders off the garage lead to a newer fully fenced backyard with a covered deck, perfect for entertaining. Full basement that offers more storage. Major updated include: roof '20, driveway '19 & fence '19. Close to Central Park, Hospitals, grocery & more. Come add your personal touch!
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingBaseboard, Electric, Oil, Radiant
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,296 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.16 Acres
Year built1954
ParkingOff Street, Paved, Attached, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
MLS #202520580
Attached garage1 space
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Tile, Vinyl
- Interior: High Speed Internet, Paddle Fan, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen
- Total Bedroom Count: 3
- Garage Space: 1 space
- Attached Garage: Yes
- Parking: Off Street, Paved, Attached, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
- Exterior: Vinyl Fence, Back Fence, Fence, Privacy Fence, Deck, Paved Driveway, Lighting
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Oil, Radiant
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $265,000
- Price/SqFt: $204
- Annual Tax Amount: $5,131
- Tax Year: 2022
- Lot: Level, Cleared, Landscaped
- Directions: State Street to Elder Street. Or Union St. to left on Wright thru Central Park to Monument Hill to Elm St., Nora Ave, Elder St.
- Year Built: 1954
- Living Area: 1,296 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.16 Acres
- MLS Number: 202520580
- MLS Name: Global MLS
- Office Name: Romeo Team Realty
- Office Phone: (518) 978-0916
- Office Email: tori@romeoteamrealty.com
- Listing Agent: Gia M Smith
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 04, 2018 | Home Sold | $120,000 |
| Sep 07, 2007 | Home Sold | $113,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $107,800 | $- |
| 2022 | $107,800 | $5,131 |
| 2021 | $107,800 | $5,131 |
| 2020 | $107,800 | $5,131 |
| 2019 | $107,800 | $5,099 |
| 2018 | $107,800 | $5,152 |
| 2017 | $107,800 | $5,309 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
2
Lincoln Elementary Community School
Public District PK-5
0.4 mi
•2 Robinson St
2
William C Keane Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.4 mi
•1252 Albany St
5
Howe Elementary School
Public District PK-5
0.8 mi
•1065 Baker 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 $36,587. The majority of Schenectady, NY residents have income less than $<35k annually. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
How much money do the neighbors make?
48%
<35k
44%
35k-100k
8%
100k-200k
0%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
What types of families live nearby?
43%
Single, No Kids
22%
Single, with Kids
15%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
19%
<11 yrs old
11%
12-17 yrs old
25%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Pro Boxing
Extreme Sports
Mexican League Soccer
Where do the neighbors shop?
Family Dollar
Sam's Club
Burlington
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
White Castle
Church's Chicken
Dominos Pizza
What do the neighbors drive?
Chevrolet
Oldsmobile
Mazda
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rock
Urban Adult Contemporary
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
Living in Schenectady, NY
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About 305 Elder St
The listing price of 305 Elder St property is $265,000.
The property 305 Elder St is a house located in Schenectady, New York, 12304.
Active Listing: 305 Elder St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 305 Elder St are: Lincoln Elementary Community School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), William C Keane Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Howe Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Central Park Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Mont Pleasant Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Van Antwerp Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Schenectady High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Niskayuna High School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Mohonasen Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2022 is $5,131 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 4, 2018 for $120,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 305 Elder St has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
The property 305 Elder St is 1,296 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 305 Elder St is 1954.
This home is located at 305 Elder St in Schenectady, NY and zip code 12304. This 1,296 square foot home, which was built in 1954, sits on a 0.16 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 27, 2025 and is currently priced at $265,000.
Schenectady, NY housing market in June 2025 saw over 81 listings sold above listed price, more than 20 sold at listed price and over 32 sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Schenectady, NY between May and June 2025 decreased by 8.2%. The median list price of listings available in June 2025 was $282,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 18 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.