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Last sold for $150,000 on Oct 2, 1997

1548 BEST RD

RENSSELAER, NY 12144
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,710 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.
436 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1800
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$150,000 · Oct 2, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,568 (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.$35,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$35,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$219,375

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
64
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
85
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
21
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyRENSSELAER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.01
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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

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

H
Columbia High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Bell Top SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi
M
Howard L Goff SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.0 mi

District: East Greenbush Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12144These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.57

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.20,884
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,154 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,823
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,873
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

1548 Best Rd 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.

  • Among the smallest lots in Rensselaer 12144
  • Among the oldest homes in Rensselaer 12144

How it measures up in Rensselaer 12144

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rensselaer 12144.

Living area1,710 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size436 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1800
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 1548 Best Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRensselaer 12144Rensselaer County
Living areabigger than1,710 ft²61% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than436 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than1800almost no homesalmost no homes

About 1548 Best Rd

When did 1548 Best Rd, Rensselaer, NY last sell?

1548 Best Rd, Rensselaer, NY last sold on Oct 2, 1997 for $150,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1548 Best Rd, Rensselaer, NY?

1548 Best Rd, Rensselaer, NY has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,710 square feet of living space and a 0.01-acre lot.

When was 1548 Best Rd, Rensselaer, NY built?

1548 Best Rd, Rensselaer, NY was built in 1800, making it 226 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1548 Best Rd, Rensselaer, NY?

1548 Best Rd, Rensselaer, NY is assigned to Columbia High School (high), rated A; Bell Top School (elementary), rated A; Howard L Goff School (middle), rated A. All sit in East Greenbush Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1548 Best Rd, Rensselaer, NY compare to other homes in Rensselaer 12144?

Among the 6,575 homes in Rensselaer 12144, it is bigger than 61% of them (1,710 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (436 ft² against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1800 against a typical 1955). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1548 Best Rd, Rensselaer, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1548 Best Rd, Rensselaer, NY was $4,568. The county assessed it at $35,100.

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