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$468,449$249 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $243,500 on Feb 10, 2015

48 BALSAM DR

VALATIE, NY 12184
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,884 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$468K
$440K low$497K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$243,500 · Feb 10, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,737 (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.$245,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$195,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$245,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$408,333

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.Cape Cod
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.1.00
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 160 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 · 1.0 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

48 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 67% of homes in Columbia County
  • Newer than 74% 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
$209K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 56% 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$468,449
CheaperTypical $443,063Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$249
CheaperTypical $265Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,884 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,785 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 48 Balsam Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeValatie 12184Columbia County
Estimated valuepricier than$468,44956% of homes52% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24941% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than1,884 ft²57% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac52% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than198770% of homes74% of homes

About 48 Balsam Dr

How much is 48 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 48 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY is $468,449 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $439,587 to $497,311. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 48 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY last sell?

48 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY last sold on Feb 10, 2015 for $243,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 48 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY?

48 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,884 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 48 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY built?

48 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 48 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY?

48 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 48 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY compare to other homes in Valatie 12184?

Among the 2,521 homes in Valatie 12184, it is worth more than 56% of them ($468,449 against a typical $443,063), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($249 against a typical $265), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,884 ft² against a typical 1,785 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (1 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1987 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Columbia 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.

What are the property taxes on 48 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY?

The 2026 property tax bill for 48 Balsam Dr, Valatie, NY was $6,737. The county assessed it at $245,000.

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