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$267,463$167 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

1740 RENSSELAER AVE

SCHENECTADY, NY 12303
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,598 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.
0.3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$267K
$255K low$280K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$156,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$142,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$156,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$240,000

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
74
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.

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.Bungalow
CountySchenectady
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.30
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 150 ft²Porch · 120 ft²

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

M
Draper Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi
E
Herman L Bradt Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 1.0 mi
H
Mohonasen Senior High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Rotterdam-Mohonasen Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12303These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.88
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.58

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.19%
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.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.29,755
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,957 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$84,852
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,643
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

1740 Rensselaer Ave 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Schenectady 12303
  • Older than 72% of homes in Schenectady 12303

What homes are worth in Schenectady 12303

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$121K$757K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Schenectady 12303.

How it measures up in Schenectady 12303

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Schenectady 12303.

Estimated value$267,463
CheaperTypical $291,951Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$167
CheaperTypical $204Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,598 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,622 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.3 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 1740 Rensselaer Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSchenectady 12303Schenectady County
Estimated valuepricier than$267,46339% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16724% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,598 ft²49% of homes47% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.3 ac61% of homes60% of homes
Year builtnewer than194028% of homes43% of homes

About 1740 Rensselaer Ave

How much is 1740 Rensselaer Ave, Schenectady, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1740 Rensselaer Ave, Schenectady, NY is $267,463 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $254,827 to $280,099. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 1740 Rensselaer Ave, Schenectady, NY?

1740 Rensselaer Ave, Schenectady, NY has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,598 square feet of living space and a 0.30-acre lot.

When was 1740 Rensselaer Ave, Schenectady, NY built?

1740 Rensselaer Ave, Schenectady, NY was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1740 Rensselaer Ave, Schenectady, NY?

1740 Rensselaer Ave, Schenectady, NY is assigned to Draper Middle School (middle), rated C+; Herman L Bradt Elementary School (elementary); Mohonasen Senior High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Rotterdam-Mohonasen Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1740 Rensselaer Ave, Schenectady, NY compare to other homes in Schenectady 12303?

Among the 10,417 homes in Schenectady 12303, it is worth more than 39% of them ($267,463 against a typical $291,951), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($167 against a typical $204), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,598 ft² against a typical 1,622 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.3 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1940 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Schenectady County, it is worth more than 42% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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