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Last sold for $450,000 on Oct 31, 2024

1242 ROUTE 147

SCHENECTADY, NY 12302
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,496 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
96.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$450,000 · Oct 31, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,463 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$108,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$103,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$5,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$221,837

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.56
100
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
93
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountySARATOGA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.96.15
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 232 ft²

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Joseph Henry Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.1 mi
M
Galway Junior/Senior High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 5.1 mi

District: Galway Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12302These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.57
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.67

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,002
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.654 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,175
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,423
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.52%

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How this home compares

1242 Route 147 measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Saratoga County
  • Among the largest lots in Schenectady 12302

How it measures up in Schenectady 12302

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Schenectady 12302.

Living area1,496 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,564 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size96.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

How 1242 Route 147 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSchenectady 12302Saratoga County
Living areabigger than1,496 ft²45% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than96.15 acalmost all homesalmost all homes

About 1242 Route 147

When did 1242 Route 147, Schenectady, NY last sell?

1242 Route 147, Schenectady, NY last sold on Oct 31, 2024 for $450,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1242 Route 147, Schenectady, NY?

1242 Route 147, Schenectady, NY has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,496 square feet of living space and a 96.15-acre lot.

What schools serve 1242 Route 147, Schenectady, NY?

1242 Route 147, Schenectady, NY is assigned to Joseph Henry Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Galway Junior/Senior High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Galway Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1242 Route 147, Schenectady, NY compare to other homes in Schenectady 12302?

Among the 9,870 homes in Schenectady 12302, it is bigger than 45% of them (1,496 ft² against a typical 1,564 ft²) and its lot is bigger than almost all of them (96.15 ac against a typical 0.35 ac). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1242 Route 147, Schenectady, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1242 Route 147, Schenectady, NY was $2,463. The county assessed it at $108,700.

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