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$233,557$164 / 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 92How 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

5 JAMES ST

SCOTIA, NY 12302
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,420 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1910
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

$234K
$215K low$252K high

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.$117,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$101,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$117,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$213,273

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
2
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.
75
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.

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.0.13
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 · 200 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Lincoln SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Scotia-Glenville Senior High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Scotia-Glenville Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Scotia-Glenville 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%

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How this home compares

5 James 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 82% of homes in Schenectady 12302
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Schenectady 12302
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Schenectady County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Schenectady 12302
  • Older than 91% 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
$174K$663K

This home is worth more than 18% 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$233,557
CheaperTypical $306,376Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$164
CheaperTypical $198Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,420 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 5 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSchenectady 12302Schenectady County
Estimated valuepricier than$233,55718% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16414% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,420 ft²39% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac15% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than19109% of homes18% of homes

About 5 James St

How much is 5 James St, Scotia, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 James St, Scotia, NY is $233,557 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $215,047 to $252,067. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 James St, Scotia, NY last sell?

5 James St, Scotia, NY last sold on Nov 16, 2023, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 James St, Scotia, NY?

5 James St, Scotia, NY has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,420 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 5 James St, Scotia, NY built?

5 James St, Scotia, NY was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5 James St, Scotia, NY?

5 James St, Scotia, NY is assigned to Lincoln School (elementary), rated B+; Scotia-Glenville Senior High School (high), rated B; Scotia-Glenville Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Scotia-Glenville Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5 James St, Scotia, NY compare to other homes in Schenectady 12302?

Among the 9,869 homes in Schenectady 12302, it is worth more than 18% of them ($233,557 against a typical $306,376), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($164 against a typical $198), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,420 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1910 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Schenectady County, it is worth more than 26% 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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