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$493,397$157 / 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 96How 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 $258,000 on Feb 3, 2004

974 MASTER ST

BUSKIRK, NY 12028
3
Beds
2
Baths
3,152 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.
4.81 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1832
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$493K
$476K low$511K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$258,000 · Feb 3, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,459 (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.$58,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$48,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$58,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$407,303

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.11 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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.4.81
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Cambridge Junior-Senior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 8.2 mi
E
Cambridge Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 8.2 mi

District: Cambridge Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 12028These 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.71
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 100.59

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,509
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.65 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,861
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,096
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

974 Master 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 more than 92% of homes in Buskirk 12028
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Rensselaer County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Buskirk 12028
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Rensselaer County
  • Older than 98% of homes in Rensselaer County

What homes are worth in Buskirk 12028

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

This home
$111K$658K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Buskirk 12028.

How it measures up in Buskirk 12028

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buskirk 12028.

Estimated value$493,397
CheaperTypical $290,020Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$157
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area3,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,662 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size4.81 ac
SmallerTypical 4.17 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1832
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 974 Master St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBuskirk 12028Rensselaer County
Estimated valuepricier than$493,39792% of homes86% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15740% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than3,152 ft²96% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4.81 ac53% of homes87% of homes
Year builtnewer than18325% of homes2% of homes

About 974 Master St

How much is 974 Master St, Buskirk, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 974 Master St, Buskirk, NY is $493,397 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $475,852 to $510,942. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 974 Master St, Buskirk, NY last sell?

974 Master St, Buskirk, NY last sold on Feb 3, 2004 for $258,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 974 Master St, Buskirk, NY?

974 Master St, Buskirk, NY has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 3,152 square feet of living space and a 4.81-acre lot.

When was 974 Master St, Buskirk, NY built?

974 Master St, Buskirk, NY was built in 1832, making it 194 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 974 Master St, Buskirk, NY?

974 Master St, Buskirk, NY is assigned to Cambridge Junior-Senior High School (middle), rated B+; Cambridge Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Cambridge Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 974 Master St, Buskirk, NY compare to other homes in Buskirk 12028?

Among the 514 homes in Buskirk 12028, it is worth more than 92% of them ($493,397 against a typical $290,020), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($157 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 96% of them (3,152 ft² against a typical 1,662 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (4.81 ac against a typical 4.17 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1832 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Rensselaer County, it is worth more than 86% 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 974 Master St, Buskirk, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 974 Master St, Buskirk, NY was $8,459. The county assessed it at $58,000.

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