324 1st Avenue, Kingston, NY, 12401
About This Home
Welcome to 324 First Avenue in the heart of Kingston -- a bright and inviting raised ranch that perfectly blends city convenience with a peaceful, country-like setting. Tucked on a hillside lot with municipal water and sewer, this well-maintained home offers approximately 1,950 square feet of versatile living space on a quarter-acre parcel. It is also located minutes away from Sojourner Truth State Park and ''Lake Sophia'', a 12,000 sq ft public swimming facility. ''Lake Sophia'' is the 1st new swimming development built in a NYS Park in over 2 decades! Step inside to discover soaring vaulted ceilings and skylights that flood the main living area with natural light, creating an open and airy atmosphere ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into the dining and living areas, with easy access to the rear deck -- perfect for summer gatherings, morning coffee, or quiet evenings overlooking the private backyard. The upper level features two comfortable bedrooms and a full bath, while the lower level offers exceptional flexibility with a third bedroom, additional family room, full bathroom, laundry area, and mudroom with direct driveway access. Whether you need guest accommodations, work-from-home space, recreation space, or multi-generational living potential, this layout delivers endless possibilities. Outside, the property offers mature landscaping, sloped terrain for added privacy, and a backyard retreat complete with multiple levels and room for gardening or outdoor enjoyment. Located just minutes from Kingston's vibrant Uptown Stockade District, restaurants, shopping, parks, and commuter routes, this home combines tranquility with accessibility. Recent updates include a new roof/skylight (2019), outdoor deck (2025), privacy fencing (2025), split units (2023), and updated downstairs bathroom and laundry room (2025) A rare opportunity to own a spacious, light-filled home in one of Kingston's most desirable and evolving neighborhoods.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1988
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Raised Ranch
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Finished
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Finished area below ground: 0
- Finished area above ground: 1,952
Heating
- Heating features: Oil
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,952
- Total interior livable area: 1,952 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 48.075
- Zoning: T3N
- Zoning description: T3 Neighborhood
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Lot size: 0.25 Acres
Parking
- Parking features: Driveway
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
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
- Coastal Flooding
- Inland Flooding
- Cold Wave
- Lightning
- Strong Wind
- Tornado
- Winter Weather
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Ulster 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 | $2,363 | $28,356 |
| Home Insurance * | $148 | $1,776 |
| Property Taxes | $631 | $7,572 |
| Electricity | $322 | $3,871 |
| Total | $3,464 | $41,568 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-10 | Price change | $467,500 |
| 2026-06-21 | Price change | $469,900 |
| 2026-06-09 | Price change | $479,000 |
| 2026-05-21 | Listed for sale | $495,000 |
| 2019-02-14 | Sold | $169,950 |
| 2018-12-27 | Pending sale | $179,000 |
| 2018-11-07 | Price change | $179,000 |
| 2018-10-17 | Price change | $184,000 |
| 2018-07-11 | Price change | $189,000 |
| 2018-06-11 | Listed for sale | $199,000 |
| 2017-05-05 | Listing removed | $1,600 |
| 2017-04-21 | Listed for rent | $1,600 |
| 2017-02-21 | Sold | $68,300 |
| 2016-11-26 | Pending sale | $74,900 |
| 2016-11-17 | Price change | $74,900 |
| 2016-10-27 | Price change | $89,900 |
| 2016-10-19 | Price change | $99,000 |
| 2016-08-28 | Pending sale | $105,000 |
| 2016-08-17 | Price change | $17,500 |
| 2016-07-21 | Price change | $105,000 |
| 2016-06-21 | Price change | $115,000 |
| 2016-05-18 | Price change | $119,900 |
| 2016-04-21 | Price change | $129,900 |
| 2016-03-22 | Price change | $139,900 |
| 2016-02-23 | Listed for sale | $149,900 |
| 2007-08-13 | Sold | $225,483 |
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