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$221,929$297 / 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 89How 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
Last sold for $72,500 on Jan 20, 1999

41 BIRCH ST

RENSSELAER, NY 12144
2
Beds
1
Baths
748 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.
0.1 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

$222K
$198K low$246K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$72,500 · Jan 20, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,755 (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.$22,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$18,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$136,310

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.35
1
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.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
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.Traditional/Old
CountyRENSSELAER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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
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.

E
Van Rensselaer Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Rensselaer Junior/Senior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Rensselaer City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12144These 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.113
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 100.57

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
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.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.20,884
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,154 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,823
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,873
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

41 Birch St 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.

  • Worth less than 79% of homes in Rensselaer County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Rensselaer 12144
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Rensselaer 12144
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Rensselaer County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Rensselaer 12144

What homes are worth in Rensselaer 12144

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

This home
$115K$702K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Rensselaer 12144.

How it measures up in Rensselaer 12144

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rensselaer 12144.

Estimated value$221,929
CheaperTypical $284,078Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$297
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area748 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 41 Birch St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRensselaer 12144Rensselaer County
Estimated valuepricier than$221,92925% of homes21% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29796% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than748 ft²2% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac18% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than192024% of homes28% of homes

About 41 Birch St

How much is 41 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 41 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY is $221,929 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $198,230 to $245,628. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 41 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY last sell?

41 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY last sold on Jan 20, 1999 for $72,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 41 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY?

41 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 748 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 41 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY built?

41 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 41 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY?

41 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY is assigned to Van Rensselaer Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Rensselaer Junior/Senior High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Rensselaer City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 41 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY compare to other homes in Rensselaer 12144?

Among the 6,575 homes in Rensselaer 12144, it is worth more than 25% of them ($221,929 against a typical $284,078), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($297 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 2% of them (748 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1920 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Rensselaer County, it is worth more than 21% 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 41 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 41 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY was $3,755. The county assessed it at $22,900.

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