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$291,571$158 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

252 RIVERSIDE PL

ALPLAUS, NY 12008
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,848 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.
0.72 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$292K
$275K low$308K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$291,571
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$233,257

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.$169,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$43,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$125,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$169,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$307,273

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.45
73
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
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.
77
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.50 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.72
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 556 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Glencliff Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Niskayuna High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Iroquois Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.3 mi

District: Niskayuna Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12008These 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.32
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 100.67

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.0%
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.541
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,176 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$133,325
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$134,800
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

252 Riverside Pl 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 84% of homes in Alplaus 12008
  • Has a bigger lot than 85% of homes in Schenectady County
  • Older than 75% of homes in Schenectady County

What homes are worth in Alplaus 12008

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

This home
$199K$532K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Alplaus 12008.

How it measures up in Alplaus 12008

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alplaus 12008.

Estimated value$291,571
CheaperTypical $306,292Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$158
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area1,848 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,683 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Lot size0.72 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 252 Riverside Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlplaus 12008Schenectady County
Estimated valuepricier than$291,57141% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15816% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,848 ft²64% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.72 ac75% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than192053% of homes25% of homes

About 252 Riverside Pl

How much is 252 Riverside Pl, Alplaus, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 252 Riverside Pl, Alplaus, NY is $291,571 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $275,121 to $308,021. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 252 Riverside Pl, Alplaus, NY last sell?

252 Riverside Pl, Alplaus, NY last sold on Jul 1, 2022, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 252 Riverside Pl, Alplaus, NY?

252 Riverside Pl, Alplaus, NY has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,848 square feet of living space and a 0.72-acre lot.

When was 252 Riverside Pl, Alplaus, NY built?

252 Riverside Pl, Alplaus, NY was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 252 Riverside Pl, Alplaus, NY?

252 Riverside Pl, Alplaus, NY is assigned to Glencliff Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Niskayuna High School (high), rated A+; Iroquois Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Niskayuna Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 252 Riverside Pl, Alplaus, NY compare to other homes in Alplaus 12008?

Among the 134 homes in Alplaus 12008, it is worth more than 41% of them ($291,571 against a typical $306,292), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($158 against a typical $185), it is bigger than 64% of them (1,848 ft² against a typical 1,683 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (0.72 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1920 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Schenectady County, it is worth more than 53% 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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