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$278,568$177 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

520 RIVERSIDE AVE

SCHENECTADY, NY 12302
4
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,572 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1946
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$279K
$262K low$295K 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.$127,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$116,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$127,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$231,636

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.31
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.
78
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.Bungalow
CountySchenectady
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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 · 96 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.

E
Sacandaga SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Scotia-Glenville Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Scotia-Glenville Senior High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 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%

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

520 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 71% of homes in Schenectady 12302
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% 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$606K

This home is worth more than 37% 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$278,568
CheaperTypical $303,681Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$177
CheaperTypical $194Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,572 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,564 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1946
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 520 Riverside Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSchenectady 12302Schenectady County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,56837% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17729% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,572 ft²50% of homes45% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac19% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than194638% of homes47% of homes

About 520 Riverside Ave

How much is 520 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 520 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY is $278,568 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $261,989 to $295,147. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 520 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY?

520 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,572 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 520 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY built?

520 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY was built in 1946, making it 80 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 520 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY?

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

How does 520 Riverside Ave, Schenectady, NY compare to other homes in Schenectady 12302?

Among the 9,870 homes in Schenectady 12302, it is worth more than 37% of them ($278,568 against a typical $303,681), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($177 against a typical $194), it is bigger than 50% of them (1,572 ft² against a typical 1,564 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1946 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Schenectady 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.

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