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Rensselaer County, NY Homes between $450,000 and $500,000 for Sale

Rensselaer County, NY, offers a diverse array of homes for sale that cater to various lifestyles and preferences, making it an attractive destination for prospective buyers. This region is characterized by its picturesque landscapes, blending urban amenities with suburban charm. Potential homeowners can find ample choices, from charming historic homes to modern residences, each featuring spacious layouts, updated interiors, and appealing outdoor spaces. The area's strong sense of community is complemented by excellent schools, recreational opportunities, and convenient access to major highways, ensuring that residents enjoy a fulfilling lifestyle. With its rich cultural heritage and vibrant local economy, Rensselaer County represents an ideal location for anyone looking to make a home in a welcoming environment.

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Newest Rensselaer County, NY Homes between $450,000 and $500,000 for Sale

247 Garner Road, Sand Lake
$469,000
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 202628757 MLS
This beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 2 full bath contemporary home is perfectly situated on a level, private 0.92-acre lot in Averill Park Schools in the Town of Sand Lake just minutes to restaurants, shopping, and local lakes and less than 15 minutes to I-90 Exit 8 for easy access to Albany and the rest of the Capital District. The soaring vaulted ceilings with skylights create space and add natural light that complements the modern comfort of this home! Other floor plan features include the first-floor primary bedroom and full bath, the spacious kitchen that opens to the dining area--ideal for daily living--and the family room/sunroom boasts walls of windows that look out to the expansive backyard. An atrium door leads to an updated large deck where you'll enjoy wooded views and privacy! New roof in 2020; all skylights have been updated, including 3 new living room skylights with motorized shades, 2026; new Culligan reverse osmosis at the kitchen sink, 2026; updated kitchen appliances and a new sink and faucet in 2025; a new water heater, 2021; cedar siding repairs, fresh exterior paint, and new driveway stone, all Fall 2026. Three Carrier ductless mini-splits were added in 2019 for zoned A/C and heat; the original electric baseboard heat is a secondary heat source, and as an extra bonus there's a cozy wood stove in the living room for supplemental heat (chimney was just inspected & cleaned). This home also features a newly renovated, partially finished basement with vinyl plank flooring; you'll also find a spacious flex space, an office/bonus room, and the laundry room. The unfinished area of the basement opens to a 2nd stairway that leads to the home's attached 2-car garage. This home offers the perfect blend of contemporary character, privacy, and convenience, and it's ready for you to move in and make it your own!

247 Garner Road, Sand Lake

16043 NY-22, Stephentown
$474,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 202628484 MLS
**Beautifully Remodeled One-Level Ranch with Mountain Views & Endless Possibilities!** Welcome to a home where meticulous craftsmanship, warmth and versatility come together. This beautifully remodeled ranch offers the ease of **true one-level living**, an inviting open floor plan, gorgeous **hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings, exposed beams** and thoughtful details throughout. The heart of the home is the open living and kitchen area, where a convenient **breakfast bar** creates the perfect gathering spot for morning coffee, casual meals or entertaining. Step outside onto the **large front deck**, take in the peaceful surroundings and mountain views, and imagine starting your mornings right here. The **primary bedroom is a retreat of its own**, complete with a private en suite bath and direct access to a charming **3-season room**—a wonderful place to relax, read or simply enjoy the scenery. Designed with convenience in mind, the home features a **side ramp entrance**, plenty of parking and **two laundry hookups**—one on the main level and another in the basement. And what a basement! With **12-foot ceilings and an incredible amount of space**, the possibilities are limited only by your imagination. Create a family room, game room, home gym, workshop, theater, recreation space or a combination of them all. The location makes this property especially appealing. Enjoy skiing and year-round recreation at **Jiminy Peak**, unforgettable summer concerts and performances at **Tanglewood**, nearby walking and biking opportunities, and easy access to Albany and the Albany-Rensselaer train station. New York City is also within driving distance, making this an appealing getaway from the city. Whether you're searching for a **full-time residence, weekend retreat or a property with potential as an Airbnb or short-term rental**, this home checks an impressive number of boxes. **Completely remodeled. One-level living. Mountain views. Incredible Basement**

16043 NY-22, Stephentown

10 Gurley Avenue, Troy
$475,000
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 202624260 MLS
A true gem unlike anything else in the City of Troy, 10 Gurley Avenue offers a combination of privacy, acreage, and potential on nearly 7 acres of picturesque grounds. Set well off the road and surrounded by nature, this rare estate provides a level of seclusion that feels worlds away while remaining just minutes from everything the Capital Region has to offer. The full-brick ranch showcases classic mid-century design with over 2,700 sqft of spacious living area, 4/5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, hardwood floors, a wood-burning fireplace, a generously sized primary suite, and an elegant library. Recent improvements and interior updates have enhanced the home's comfort and appeal while preserving the character and charm that make the property so special. The full basement offers endless possibilities for future living space, a home gym, workshop, recreation area, or whatever vision the next owner brings. Outside, the setting is simply exceptional. Enjoy seasonal views, frequent visits from deer and other wildlife, and a newer beautiful heated in-ground pool that transforms the backyard into a private retreat. The expansive 6.93-acre parcel offers endless opportunities for recreation, future enhancements, or simply enjoying the peace and privacy. Subdivision possible with proper approvals. Whether you're looking for a move-in-ready home, a property with room to create your dream vision, or a long-term investment with tremendous upside, 10 Gurley Avenue represents a truly rare opportunity to own one of Troy's most unique residential offerings.

10 Gurley Avenue, Troy

407 Hidley Road, Wynantskill
$489,000
3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 202623307 MLS
Tucked away on approximately one beautifully landscaped acre, this hidden gem offers exceptional privacy, timeless charm, and 24 years of meticulous care. Located in the highly desirable Averill Park Central School District (CSD), this lovingly maintained and thoughtfully updated Colonial blends modern comforts with peaceful surroundings, creating a place you'll truly love coming home to. Offering approximately 2,100 square feet, this three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home features a beautifully remodeled interior with an open-concept kitchen and dining area filled with natural light. Enjoy granite countertops, soft-close cabinetry, under-cabinet lighting, reverse osmosis drinking water at both the sink and refrigerator, updated fixtures, newer moldings and door trim, and a tasteful blend of hardwood and composite flooring throughout. The impressive Great Room addition, completed in 2023 with its own independent heating zone, provides an exceptional gathering space and opens to a partial Trex deck overlooking the backyard. Relax by the inviting above-ground pool, enclosed by a privacy fence, or unwind among mature landscaping accented by cherished flowering and fruit trees that add beauty throughout the seasons. Additional highlights include all-new windows with a transferable lifetime warranty, a partially finished basement with laundry, a new electrical panel with generator hookup, and countless updates that reflect true pride of ownership. Perfectly situated just a short drive from shopping, restaurants, community services, and major highways, this remarkable property offers the ideal balance of convenience and tranquility. More than just a house, this is a home that has been lovingly cared for, thoughtfully improved, and is ready for its next chapter!

407 Hidley Road, Wynantskill

268 Fox Hollow Road, Petersburgh
$499,900
4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 202622140 MLS
Set along quiet Fox Hollow Road, this extraordinary four-parcel property offers approximately 40.42 acres of rolling meadows, mature woods, abundant wildlife and sweeping long-range views--an exceptionally versatile setting for a country retreat, multigenerational property, homestead, hobby farm, equestrian vision or four-season recreation. The spacious main home embraces its surroundings with abundant large windows, hardwood floors and a cathedral-ceiling great room featuring a dramatic wall of glass. The kitchen offers granite countertops, a center island and a corner sink overlooking the landscape, while the window-wrapped breakfast nook and multiple decks provide inviting places to enjoy the views. The main level also includes first-floor laundry and a generous primary suite. Enhanced by radiant-floor heat, the walkout lower level adds bedrooms and flexible living space, with select flooring, trim and finish work ready for the next owner's touch. A separate mobile home presents renovation potential for multigenerational living, guest accommodations or possible future income, while numerous barns, garages, sheds and additional outbuildings offer space for animals, equipment, workshops, storage and future projects. With open land, wooded acreage, multiple dwellings, useful outbuildings and an unforgettable setting, this is more than a home--it is an opportunity to create a lifestyle. All four parcels are being offered together as one complete property package.

268 Fox Hollow Road, Petersburgh

2819 New York 67, Pittstown
$459,900
4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 202621313 MLS
Beautifully Updated Cape on 5.15 Acres with 405' of Hoosic River Frontage - Hoosic Valley Schools. Move-in ready and packed with major upgrades, this 2005 Cape style home offers 1500 sq ft of comfortable living space, 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, and an incredible 5.15-acre setting with 405.88 feet of private riverfront along the Hoosic River. A rare combination of modern improvements, peaceful acreage, and scenic water views. Huge eat-in kitchen with sliders leading to the wrap-around deck overlooking the backyard and river. Fully applianced with Stainless Steel Appliances. Plenty of cabinet storage and Granite countertops. Custom knotty pine barn doors between kitchen and living room. Built in 2005 this home has had many major recent improvements (2024-2026). This home has been meticulously updated for long-term peace of mind: New well pump, new boiler, blacktop driveway, new roof (Star Roofing) with transferable warranty, whole house painted, new flooring throughout, new tub/shower, new granite kitchen countertop & sink, new whole-house water softener, new storm doors, fresh deck paint job, septic cleaned, new mailbox, new oak staircase, exterior power breaker box already installed--perfect for adding a future garage. Full unfinished basement with Bilco doors for secondary egress--ideal for finishing into additional living space You can spend hours on the wrap-around deck perfect for relaxing, dining, or entertaining. Kayak, Jet Ski, fish, or simply enjoy the peaceful views and natural beauty of your own private oasis. Dock on water possible. This home blends modern upgrades with country living, riverfront beauty, and room to grow. With so many major systems already replaced, it's an exceptional opportunity for for buyers seeking a worry-free, well-maintained property in a stunning setting.

2819 New York 67, Pittstown

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