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$302,834$277 / 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
Last sold for $168,400 on Aug 15, 2012

2742 RIVER RD

MELROSE, NY 12121
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,092 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.
1.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1988
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$303K
$288K low$318K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$168,400 · Aug 15, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,751 (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.$38,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$38,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$266,854

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.32
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
80
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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
CountyRENSSELAER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.13
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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.No

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

M
Mechanicville Junior/Senior High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 2.9 mi
E
Mechanicville Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 3.4 mi

District: Mechanicville City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12121These 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.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.65

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,415
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.104 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$114,647
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,540
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

2742 River 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Melrose 12121
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Melrose 12121
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Rensselaer County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Rensselaer County

What homes are worth in Melrose 12121

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

This home
$130K$698K

This home is worth more than 38% of homes in Melrose 12121.

How it measures up in Melrose 12121

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Melrose 12121.

Estimated value$302,834
CheaperTypical $333,617Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$277
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,650 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size1.13 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Year built1988
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 2742 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMelrose 12121Rensselaer County
Estimated valuepricier than$302,83438% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27793% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²13% of homes14% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.13 ac36% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than198865% of homes77% of homes

About 2742 River Rd

How much is 2742 River Rd, Melrose, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2742 River Rd, Melrose, NY is $302,834 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $287,581 to $318,087. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2742 River Rd, Melrose, NY last sell?

2742 River Rd, Melrose, NY last sold on Aug 15, 2012 for $168,400, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2742 River Rd, Melrose, NY?

2742 River Rd, Melrose, NY has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 1.13-acre lot.

When was 2742 River Rd, Melrose, NY built?

2742 River Rd, Melrose, NY was built in 1988, making it 38 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2742 River Rd, Melrose, NY?

2742 River Rd, Melrose, NY is assigned to Mechanicville Junior/Senior High School (middle), rated B-; Mechanicville Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Mechanicville City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2742 River Rd, Melrose, NY compare to other homes in Melrose 12121?

Among the 730 homes in Melrose 12121, it is worth more than 38% of them ($302,834 against a typical $333,617), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($277 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,650 ft²), its lot is bigger than 36% of them (1.13 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1988 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Rensselaer County, it is worth more than 48% 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 2742 River Rd, Melrose, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2742 River Rd, Melrose, NY was $4,751. The county assessed it at $38,000.

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