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$288,627$135 / 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 87How 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
Last sold for $170,000 on Jun 16, 2008

256 RIVERSIDE AVE

SCHENECTADY, NY 12302
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,132 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.
1.2 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$289K
$252K low$325K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$170,000 · Jun 16, 2008
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.$53,627
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$42,902
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.81%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$200,000
CAPITAL COMMUNICATIONS FCU · recorded Oct 7, 2020
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$35,000
WELLS FARGO BANK NA

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.$144,500 (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.$100,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$144,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$262,727

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.44
63
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
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.28 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.Traditional/Old
CountySchenectady
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.20
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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.Porch · 432 ft²Greenhouse

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.

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 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%

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.No

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

256 Riverside 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 97% of homes in Schenectady 12302
  • Bigger than 80% of homes in Schenectady 12302
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Schenectady County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Schenectady 12302

What homes are worth in Schenectady 12302

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

This home
$167K$648K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes 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.

Estimated value$288,627
CheaperTypical $304,805Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$135
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area2,132 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size1.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 256 Riverside Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSchenectady 12302Schenectady County
Estimated valuepricier than$288,62742% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1353% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than2,132 ft²80% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.2 ac86% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than192014% of homes25% of homes

About 256 Riverside Ave

How much is 256 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 256 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY is $288,627 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $251,760 to $325,494. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 256 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY last sell?

256 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY last sold on Jun 16, 2008 for $170,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 256 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY?

256 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,132 square feet of living space and a 1.20-acre lot.

When was 256 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY built?

256 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 256 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY?

256 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, 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 256 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY compare to other homes in Schenectady 12302?

Among the 9,870 homes in Schenectady 12302, it is worth more than 42% of them ($288,627 against a typical $304,805), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($135 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 80% of them (2,132 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (1.2 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1920 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Schenectady County, it is worth more than 52% 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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