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Rensselaer County, NY Historical Homes for Sale

Rensselaer County, NY, is rich in history and charm, offering a unique selection of historical homes for sale that echo the architectural styles and stories of the past. These properties, often situated within picturesque landscapes and quaint towns, showcase a blend of classical design and modern amenities. Potential buyers can find elegantly restored Victorian mansions, stately Federal-style homes, and charming Dutch Colonial houses, each imbued with character and historical significance. The allure of these homes is not just their aesthetics but also their proximity to vibrant communities, parks, and waterfronts, making Rensselaer County an attractive destination for history enthusiasts and families alike seeking a slice of New York's storied past. Investing in one of these historical homes provides not only a residence but also the opportunity to own a piece of local heritage, creating a tapestry of stories that connect generations.

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Newest Rensselaer County, NY Historical Homes for Sale

$427,000
3 Beds 2 Baths 202620392 MLS
Averill Park Ranch. Why spend time and money on renovations when you can move right into this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 1 full and 2 half bath ranch on 1.16 acres in the Town of Sand Lake? From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the curb appeal with new siding, a detached 2-car garage, paved driveway, and a peaceful setting surrounded by mature trees. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors, a bright living room with a fireplace, an updated kitchen, dining area, refreshed bathrooms, and numerous improvements throughout. The finished walk-out basement nearly doubles the living space and features a spacious family room, custom bar, updated flooring, recessed lighting, a half bath, and flexible space perfect for entertaining, a home office, fitness area, or hobbies. Major improvements include updated plumbing and electrical, a French drain system, new walk-out basement door, sliding glass door, and many additional updates that provide added value and peace of mind. A complete list of improvements is available. Relax on the deck overlooking the private backyard with plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, recreation, and easy commute to Albany and all the Capital District has to offer, this home offers the perfect combination of modern updates, functional living space, and a beautiful setting. If you're looking for a home where the hard work has already been done, 19 Cobb Hill Road is a must-see. Schedule your private showing today!

19 Cobb Hill Road

$647,000
3 Beds 4 Baths 202620322 MLS
Set on manicured grounds, this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2 full bath, 2 half bath Colonial offers space, flexibility, and exceptional curb appeal from the moment you arrive. Inside, you'll find gleaming hardwood floors, a welcoming living room, and a formal dining room accented by an elegant tray ceiling. The updated kitchen opens seamlessly to the family room, where a cozy gas fireplace creates a warm and inviting space for everyday living and entertaining. A convenient first-floor half bath with laundry adds to the home's thoughtful and functional layout. Upstairs, the primary bedroom features a private ensuite bath, while two additional bedrooms provide comfortable accommodations. A standout feature of the home is the expansive, approximately 500-square-foot finished room with both interior access and its own private exterior entrance. This versatile space offers exceptional flexibility for today's evolving needs and may be ideal for a home office, den, fitness area, recreation room, studio, hobby space, or other uses to suit your lifestyle. The finished lower level features new epoxy flooring, creating additional living, recreation, or workspace options. An oversized 2-car garage provides ample room for vehicles, storage, and hobbies and includes a dedicated outlet for electric vehicle charging. Step outside to enjoy the private backyard complete with a deck, ideal for outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply enjoying the peaceful surroundings. Located within the Averill Park School District and just minutes from Snyder's Lake, shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this home offers the perfect balance of privacy and accessibility while remaining close to all the amenities, recreation, and attractions the Capital District has to offer. Thoughtfully maintained and move-in ready, this home delivers a wonderful combination of comfort, versatility, and location.

9 Thomas Drive

$899,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 202619657 MLS
Tucked away on over 10 private acres, this remarkable property offers a rare combination of privacy, comfort, and outdoor living. From the moment you step inside, you'll be drawn to the soaring wood ceilings, remarkable craftsmanship throughout, expansive windows framing the surrounding woods, and a stunning stone fireplace that anchors the main living space. Natural light fills the home while wooded views create a sense of peace and connection to nature in every season. The renovated kitchen serves as the heart of the home, featuring granite countertops, a large center island, newer appliances, and seamless flow for everyday living and entertaining. Outside, summer days are meant to be spent by the pool and covered pavilion, gathering around the fire table, tending to the organic garden beds, or exploring private walking trails winding through approximately 4-5 acres of mature woods. The property continues to impress with exceptional outbuildings, including a 30' x 40' garage, a 40' x 44' barn with 16-foot doors and soaring 32-foot peak ceilings, and an additional 24' x 22' garage, offering endless possibilities for hobbies, storage, recreational vehicles, animals, or workshop space. The barn features its own dedicated well, water tank, and plumbing for four automatic animal waterers. Additional highlights include 50-amp RV service, 50-amp service in the attached garage, updated electrical systems, buried utility lines, and extensive improvements throughout. Located within the highly regarded Averill Park School District, this is more than a home--it's a private retreat where nature, comfort, and possibility come together. Whether you're entertaining poolside, pursuing your passions, or simply enjoying the quiet beauty of the land, this is a place that invites you to slow down, spread out, and stay awhile.

88 Garner Road

$799,000
4 Beds 3 Baths 202619552 MLS
Welcome to this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath Colonial offering 2,629 square feet of living space on a picturesque 1.08-acre lot in the highly desirable Averill Park School District. Built in 2005 and thoughtfully enhanced throughout, this move-in ready home blends elegant architectural details with modern conveniences. A stunning stone-accented exterior and grand foyer with coffered ceiling and crystal chandelier create a memorable first impression. The open-concept floor plan is filled with natural light and features a formal dining room with tray ceiling, chair rail, and picture-frame molding, a spacious living room with gas fireplace, and an inviting eat-in kitchen with custom cabinetry, updated appliances, and sliding glass doors leading to the rear deck. The luxurious primary suite offers two oversized walk-in closets, a soaking tub, tiled shower, and private access to the second-story porch. Additional highlights include luxury flooring, updated lighting, custom front windows, sliding glass doors to the upper front balcony, security cameras, whole-house generator hookup, GE water softener, 200-amp electrical service, and a walkout basement with 9 NYfoot ceilings leading to a patio with pavers, fire pit, and storage shed. Enjoy the perfect balance of privacy and convenience, just a short walk to Glass Lake public access for kayaking, fishing, and electric-motor boating, minutes to schools and shopping, and an easy commute to Regeneron and the Capital Region. Minutes to I-90, with Saratoga Springs and the Adirondack Mountains just a short drive away. This exceptional home offers the space, upgrades, and location today's buyers have been waiting for.

79 Glass Lake Road

$514,900
5 Beds 3 Baths 202619470 MLS
Welcome to 1033 Old Schaghticoke Rd. Nestled on over seven private acres in Schaghticoke, New York, this spacious five-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath colonial offers the perfect blend of country living and modern convenience. Surrounded by nature, the home features generous living spaces, a large bonus space above the extended two-car garage, and abundant room for family, entertaining, and everyday comfort. The partially finished walkout basement provides additional flexible living space including a finished fifth bedroom, a second washer and dryer hookup, and a pre-piped bathroom ready for future expansion, perfect for multigenerational living. The property is serviced by a private well, septic system, and its own propane tank, offering the independence and efficiency many homeowners desire. Step outside to enjoy the patio, fire pit, and the peaceful beauty of the surrounding landscape. Plenty of space for a mini homestead or expansive garden. A variety of trees including apple trees and mature maple trees enhance the property's charm, creating a picturesque setting throughout the seasons. While offering exceptional privacy, the home is conveniently located near local restaurants, shopping, and popular destinations including Troy and Saratoga Springs making it an ideal retreat with easy access to the best of the Capital Region. Come see your future home today! Note there is a huge bonus room above the garage that is finished. It is 672 ft.² and simply needs baseboard heat or split unit to have over 3000 ft.² of living space! An absolute must see!

1033 Old Schaghticoke Road

$499,500
4 Beds 3 Baths 202619449 MLS
Nestled on over 6 beautiful acres, this lovely Colonial offers a charming blend of country living and privacy. Plenty of room for all your projects and ideas you've dreamed of. The property includes a 2.16-acre homesite plus an adjoining 3.95-acre parcel (Parcel ID 384289 42.-1-6.1) laced with walking trails and gently wooded areas (could also serve as a building lot). The truly beautiful grounds feature walking trails, raised-bed gardens, fruit-bearing raspberry and blueberry bushes, strawberries, grapes, rhubarb, pear and apple trees, black walnut and birch trees, and abundant flowering perennials. This welcoming home offers a spacious full-width living room with hardwood flooring and a handsome stone fireplace, a lovely dining room, a charming updated eat-in kitchen opening to the rear porch and fenced yard, and a convenient half bath with a large storage closet. Upstairs you'll find a generous primary suite with a walk-in closet, plus three add'l bedrooms, and a full bath. The outdoor amenities abound! Beautiful large wraparound front porch. Fenced back yard (nice for for pets). Detached 4-car garage with a wood stove for projects and vehicle storage. Barn. Large 10' x 20' garden shed. Delightful one-room guest cabana complete with bunk beds and a woodstove. Raised bed gardens. Walking trails. Full swing set. Two firepits. Additional features include a whole-house generator, full basement with a Harman pellet stove, and a wonderfully private setting that invites year-round enjoyment. This truly special property offers wide-ranging options for your projects, lifestyle, entertaining, gardening, and more. A wonderful home and land to create lasting memories.

431 Melrose Valley Falls Road

$532,530
3 Beds 3 Baths 202618481 MLS
Beautifully maintained home in Averill Park offering the perfect combination of space, efficiency, and flexibility with 2,046 sqft of living space!! Set against a picturesque backdrop of woods with seasonal lake views, this property features a bright 12x12 sunroom addition (2019) three-season room, first-floor laundry, solid wood doors, and exceptional storage throughout. The spacious primary suite offers peaceful views, a huge walk-in closet, and a large en-suite bath with double vanities and pocket doors. Additional bedrooms feature custom shelving, while the study provides flexible space for a home office, library, or guest room. The professionally finished basement adds approximately 288 sqft of additional living space, perfect for a family room, movie room, playroom, or gym. You'll also find abundant storage, a utility room, and a SaniDry system with dehumidifier and auto-drain for added peace of mind. Major updates include OWNED solar panels with incredibly low utility costs, a Rinnai on-demand hot water system (2023), water softener (2024), high-efficiency furnace (2025), automatic generator, and more. Outside, enjoy the oversized two-car garage with extra room for larger vehicles, equipment, and storage. Two additional sheds continue to provide ample storage for all of the toys! Meticulously maintained with a freshly washed exterior and roof! If you're searching for an energy-efficient home with a finished basement, sunroom, oversized garage, and beautiful Averill Park setting, this property checks all the boxes! Schedule your private showing today and don't miss out on this incredible home!

2598 New York 43

$799,900
4 Beds 3 Baths 202618419 MLS
Privacy, tranquility, and timeless sophistication define this exceptional residence at 2757 Doelner Circle. Set on 1.1 beautifully landscaped acres in a quiet, established neighborhood of fine homes within the East Greenbush School District, this builder-owned former model home was thoughtfully designed with enduring quality and upscale craftsmanship throughout. Offering 3,073 sq. ft. of refined living space, this four-bedroom home plus a dedicated executive office with custom ceilings and large moldings features a gracious and functional layout with 2.5 baths, oversized closets, gleaming hardwood floors, custom trim work, crown moldings, tray ceilings, spacious 3 car attached garage and elegant architectural details at every turn. A dramatic two-story foyer welcomes guests with a custom medallion, upscale lighting, and an abundance of natural light streaming through oversized windows. This meticulously maintained home was designed for both comfort and entertaining, the inviting family room centers around a classic wood-burning fireplace, designer kitchen flows into breakfast nook and open to a family space. The large first-floor laundry and mudroom with utility sink add everyday convenience. The primary suite offers a true retreat, complete with a dream-sized walk-in closet and a recently updated spa-inspired bath featuring a jetted tub and oversized walk-in shower. The list of improvements include a 2025 tankless hot water system. Ideally positioned just minutes from shopping, restaurants, parks, the town library, YMCA, hospitals and major highways, this home also offers an easy commute to downtown Albany and Regeneron in under 10 minutes. A rare opportunity to own a thoughtfully crafted home in one of East Greenbush's most desirable settings. Low taxes.

2757 Doelner Circle

$549,900
3 Beds 2 Baths 202617934 MLS
Seeking a new construction home without the wait? Welcome to 49 Hall Road. This meticulously constructed home boasts all the latest upgrades. Situated on approximately 2.17 acres, it offers an ideal setting for incorporating a pool, swing set, patio area, and relaxing with a scenic mountain view. The open floor plan seamlessly blends the kitchen, dining, and living areas. Interior ceiling height of 8'6, adorned with white shaker-style interior trim. The spacious open kitchen features a 10' island with a bar top overhang, complemented by cabinets that extend to the ceiling and a special cabinet trim package. Corian countertops, with Kraus stainless steel workstation sink and Cafe Stainless Appliances, including a gas stove, enhance the culinary experience. The home's primary suite includes a private bath with a tile shower, while the large bedrooms provide ample space. The Andersen window and slider package (black) maximizes natural light intake. LVP flooring throughout main area of home & primary bedroom suite and carpet in the 2 other bedrooms. The home's exterior features white vertical siding with black accents. Vinyl shakes at deco dormers. An attached, oversized finished garage with openers provides convenient access to a large mudroom and laundry area. Garage has soffit lights! Included are 9' basement walls, insulated and ready to finish for the future. Basement stairs are in garage w/vinyl railings. A concrete walkway leads to the front door. Additionally, the home boasts an 8' deep covered front porch w/recessed lighting to an added inviting outdoor enjoyment. Yard has topsoil and seed on it. SPEC HOME

49 Hall Road

$289,900
1 Beds 1 Baths 202617305 MLS
The Hoosick Homestead is the ideal retreat from the noise of a busy world, a respite from daily life in a quiet setting. This 16.64-acre hideaway is situated in the foothills of the Town of Hoosick, in a peaceful, rural setting dotted with hayfields, dairy farms, and forests. With long-distance views of NY mountains and Vermont's Green Mountains, this property is a true gem. The current owner has constructed a 3-season tiny home with modern conveniences. A solar array powers all of the necessities for off-grid living. Hot water is delivered by an on-demand, propane-fired hot water heater, and a four-burner propane-fired gas stove provides for efficient meal preparation. The house is heated by a woodstove (to be retained by the Seller) and a wall-mounted propane heater. A drilled well provides potable water to the home. This is an ideal property for homesteading. There is ample room to expand the existing vegetable garden. Within the 13 acres of woods, situated on a southerly exposure, there are multiple opportunities for agroforestry. The forest could be used for silvopasture for goats, pigs, or chickens. Trees could also be utilized for mushroom cultivation or harvested for wood products (woodworker-grade and custom cut lumber, firewood). Provided the location, this property is well situated to local and regional farmers markets with the Village of Hoosick Falls, Bennington Vermont and Troy, NY. 24-hour notice to show. Dogs on premises. Proof of funds for showing. Seller may consider the sale of a Branson Farm Tractor and Shipping Container, currently on-site, as a separate transaction.

277 Breese Hollow Road

$1,350,000
3 Beds 3 Baths 202617302 MLS
Welcome to your dream home, a stunning contemporary masterpiece nestled on approximately 25 acres! This beautiful property offers nearly 2,800 sq ft of exquisite living space. Step inside to discover a gourmet kitchen featuring silestone countertops, stainless steel appliances, a wet bar with a beverage fridge, and a cozy breakfast nook. The spacious two-story open living room is anchored by a warm fireplace, while the formal dining area is perfect for entertaining. The first floor also includes convenient laundry access in the mudroom and a luxurious primary suite with a newly updated bathroom and a spacious walk-in closet. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms, a full bath, and a foyer ideal for a home office. The partially finished basement offers abundant space for recreation or additional living areas, along with convenient walk-out access through the garage. Outside, enjoy breathtaking views from the wraparound porch, a stamped concrete patio, and a heated inground pool complete with a pool house, gazebo, fire pit, and hot tub. A basketball court adds to the fun, and an additional garage provides versatile space for a workshop, RV, or boat storage. Two serene ponds enhance this private oasis. For added peace of mind and convenience, the home is equipped with a whole-house generator. With plenty of space for a horse barn and riding arena, this property is a dream for equestrian enthusiasts. Or, envision it as the perfect spot to create your family compound, with the potential to subdivide. Whether you're searching for a private year-round residence or a luxurious weekend escape, this exceptional property is conveniently located approximately 2.5 hours from NYC, offering the best of both worlds--peaceful country living with easy access to the city. This home is truly one of a kind--don't miss your chance to make it yours!

737 Muitzeskill Road

$499,900
4 Beds 2 Baths 202616626 MLS
Live side-by-side with the flexibility today's lifestyles require in this thoughtfully designed twin in-law home featuring two separate 2-bedroom, 1-bath units for a combined total of 4 beds & 2 full baths over 2,760 sq ft. This purpose-built legal in-law residence offers ADA compliant one-level living with ramp accessibility, creating comfort, independence, and ease for multigenerational living under one roof. Make a grand entrance down the circular driveway and discover a tucked-away retreat just 2 minutes to Regeneron and only 10 minutes to downtown Albany. Sip your coffee on the wraparound mahogany porch as you watch the world go by in this peaceful setting surrounded by lush lawn, gardens, and mature trees. Inside you'll feel the openness created by cathedral ceilings and sunlight streaming through a multitude of windows. Gather together in the modern open floor plan, where stunning inlaid hardwood floors and custom tile add warmth and character throughout. Whip up memorable meals in the gorgeous eat-in chef's kitchen featuring granite counters, a center island, and generous prep space. Laundry day is a breeze with the convenient first-floor laundry. Grill & chill on the expansive deck overlooking the level, private backyard. Cool off in the above-ground pool with a new pump (2025). Imagine the possibilities in the huge basement that is ready to be finished into even more living space. Enjoy year-round comfort with a newer furnace and central A/C (2022), while solar panels help reduce energy costs and increase efficiency. HW tank (2023). Highly ranked East Greenbush Schools. Must show valid prequalification letter prior to scheduling a private showing.

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