979 Washington Avenue, Albany, NY, 12206
About This Home
This is the one you've been waiting for. A stunning 5-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom center hall colonial that has been completely updated from top to bottom -- all the charm of a 1930s classic with every modern upgrade already done for you. From the moment you walk through the door, the character of this home shines. The grand foyer greets you with beautiful marble steps, setting the tone for the quality and craftsmanship found throughout. Gleaming hardwood floors flow through the living room, dining room, and two additional den spaces -- giving you all the room and flexibility you need. The electric fireplace adds warmth and ambiance, while the updated kitchen and baths bring everything you'd expect from a brand new home. Upstairs, five generously sized bedrooms offer plenty of space for the whole family. Outside, you'll find a spacious backyard and a 2-car garage -- a rare find in the city. The full basement adds even more storage and potential. All of this in an unbeatable Albany location -- minutes from I-90, hospitals, schools, and everything the city has to offer.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Good Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Materials
- Construction materials: Block
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Oven,Range,Refrigerator
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: Second
Bedroom
- Level: First
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,675
Full Bathroom
- Level: First
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Radiant
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,675
- Total interior livable area: 1,675 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
Living Room
- Level: First
Office
- Level: First
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 010100 64.3514
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Exterior features: None
Lot
- Lot size: 6,098 sqft
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Covered spaces: 2
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Albany County and New York
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,022 | $24,264 |
| Home Insurance * | $275 | $3,300 |
| Property Taxes | $403 | $4,836 |
| Electricity | $276 | $3,321 |
| Total | $2,976 | $35,712 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New York FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-20 | Listed for sale | $399,999 |
| 2025-10-08 | Sold | $370,000 |
| 2025-06-08 | Pending sale | $349,900 |
| 2025-05-29 | Listed for sale | $349,900 |
| 2025-03-03 | Sold | $175,000 |
| 2025-01-06 | Pending sale | $155,000 |
| 2025-01-01 | Listed for sale | $155,000 |
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