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$287,397$168 / 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 91How 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 $175,000 on Sep 11, 2020

96 BIRCH ST

RENSSELAER, NY 12144
4
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,710 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.
1939
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$287K
$261K low$313K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$175,000 · Sep 11, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,329 (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.$32,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$27,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$32,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$193,452

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.0.15
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Van Rensselaer Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Rensselaer Junior/Senior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.3 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

96 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Rensselaer 12144
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Rensselaer County

What homes are worth in Rensselaer 12144

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

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$115K$713K

This home is worth more than 51% 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$287,397
CheaperTypical $284,343Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$168
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,710 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,542 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 36% of homes nearby

How 96 Birch St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRensselaer 12144Rensselaer County
Estimated valuepricier than$287,39751% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16826% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,710 ft²61% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac40% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than193936% of homes36% of homes

About 96 Birch St

How much is 96 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 96 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY is $287,397 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $261,440 to $313,354. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 96 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY last sell?

96 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY last sold on Sep 11, 2020 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 96 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY?

96 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY has 4 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,710 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 96 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY built?

96 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 96 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY?

96 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 96 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY compare to other homes in Rensselaer 12144?

Among the 6,575 homes in Rensselaer 12144, it is worth more than 51% of them ($287,397 against a typical $284,343), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($168 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,710 ft² against a typical 1,542 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 36% of them (1939 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Rensselaer County, it is worth more than 44% 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 96 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 96 Birch St, Rensselaer, NY was $5,329. The county assessed it at $32,500.

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