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$387,058$214 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

20 BALSAM DR

VALATIE, NY 12184
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,808 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.
0.68 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$387K
$369K low$405K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,751 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$215,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$44,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$171,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$215,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$358,333

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.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
86
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.Ranch
CountyCOLUMBIA
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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.68
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Above-Ground Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 436 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

H
Ichabod Crane Senior High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Ichabod Crane Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 0.9 mi
M
Ichabod Crane Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Kinderhook Central School District (Ichabod Crane)

Neighborhood · ZIP 12184These 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.74
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,567
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.193 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$95,416
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,559
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

20 Balsam Dr 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 81% of homes in Columbia County
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Columbia County

What homes are worth in Valatie 12184

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

This home
$200K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Valatie 12184.

How it measures up in Valatie 12184

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Valatie 12184.

Estimated value$387,058
CheaperTypical $431,189Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$214
CheaperTypical $259Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,808 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,792 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.68 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 20 Balsam Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeValatie 12184Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$387,05836% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21424% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,808 ft²51% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.68 ac39% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than197652% of homes64% of homes

About 20 Balsam Dr

How much is 20 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY is $387,058 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $369,005 to $405,111. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY last sell?

20 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 20 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY?

20 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,808 square feet of living space and a 0.68-acre lot.

When was 20 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY built?

20 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 20 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY?

20 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY is assigned to Ichabod Crane Senior High School (high), rated B; Ichabod Crane Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Ichabod Crane Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Kinderhook Central School District (Ichabod Crane). Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY compare to other homes in Valatie 12184?

Among the 2,527 homes in Valatie 12184, it is worth more than 36% of them ($387,058 against a typical $431,189), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($214 against a typical $259), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,808 ft² against a typical 1,792 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.68 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1976 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Columbia County, it is worth more than 37% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 20 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY?

The 2026 property tax bill for 20 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY was $5,751. The county assessed it at $215,000.

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