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38 Westerlo Street # 1, Albany, NY, 12202

1beds
1baths
558sqft
$99,000
$177price/sqft
$955/moest. monthly cost
$38,200/yrincome needed

About This Home

Positioned within a stately circa-1866 brick townhouse in Albany's Historic Pastures neighborhood, this first-floor condominium offers a rare blend of historic character, convenience, and low-maintenance living less than one mile from the New York State Capitol and Empire State Plaza. Recently refreshed, the interior features new paint in a neutral color palette, brand-new carpeting, and a newly installed dishwasher. The spacious floorplan includes an oversized primary bedroom and an expansive combined living and dining area ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen offers ample cabinet space and features a pass-through opening overlooking the living and dining area, creating a more open and connected feel throughout the main living spaces. The property also includes two dedicated off-street parking spaces. Surrounded by classic architecture and moments from downtown Albany employers, restaurants, waterfront attractions, and major conveniences, this residence presents an exceptional opportunity to own within one of Albany's most distinctive historic neighborhoods.

Getting Around

89
WalkingVery Walkable
66
TransitGood Transit
72
BikeVery Bikeable

Schools

4/10
Albany High SchoolGrades 9-122.2 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1866

Materials

  • Construction materials: Brick

Type & Style

  • Home type: Condo
  • Property subType: Condominium,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Range,Refrigerator

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Full bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Flooring: Vinyl,Carpet
  • Finished area below ground: 0
  • Finished area above ground: 558

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Baseboard,Electric
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 558
  • Total interior livable area: 558 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: First

Living Room

  • Level: First

Primary Bedroom

  • Level: First

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 010100 76.58125.10
  • Special condition: Estate

Features

  • Patio & porch: Deck
  • Exterior features: None
  • Fencing: None

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Off Street

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

  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Tornado
    TornadoModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Lightning
Strong Wind
Tornado

FEMA Declared Disasters in Albany County and New York

Flood
Severe Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $500$6,000
Home Insurance *$69$828
Property Taxes $140$1,680
Electricity $246$2,954
Total$955$11,460
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$32,742/yr
40% on housing$28,650/yr
45% on housing$25,466/yr

New York FAIR Plan Programs

New York Property Insurance Underwriting Association

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Current Policies
Residential: 20,669Commercial: 1,556
Total Premiums$32.27M
Total Exposure$7.63B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: -5.7%
-5.7%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -4.0%
-4.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$177This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 12202$135
Albany County$195

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 12202$127
Albany County$223

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)

No zestimate history available

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-28Price change$99,000
2026-06-19Price change$104,900
2026-05-13Listed for sale$109,500

For Sale by Agent

AgentAnthony M DeRusso
BrokerageVera Cohen Realty LLC

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