142 Chestnut St Albany, NY 12210
Center Square NeighborhoodEstimated payment $4,162/month
Highlights
- Downtown View
- Open Floorplan
- Private Lot
- Albany High School Rated A-
- Deck
- 3-minute walk to Washington Park
About This Home
Beautifully curated three-story townhome situated along one of downtown Albany's most coveted city blocks includes completely separate garden unit that's currently being used on a short term basis, legal 2-family. Spanning over 3,200 SQFT across four aesthetically pleasing levels, this residence features 5 bedrooms, 4 full baths, modern amenties throughout, privates oasis-like backyard with trex decking, roof access & more. Easily accessible to Washington Park, Albany Medical Center/St. Peter's Hospital, SUNY Albany, Lark St, downtown state & legislative entities, coffee shops, galleries, nightlife & so many more desirable downtown attractions. Original details still adorned throughout such as high ceilings, oversized windows, tile, fireplaces, stained glass, built ins, woodwork, etc. A rare trophy residence--where gilded architecture meets flawless modern execution--offering a once-in-a-generation opportunity in the heart of Center Square.
Listing Agent
McDonald Real Estate Comp LLC License #10491210476 Listed on: 07/20/2026
Property Details
Home Type
- Multi-Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,945
Year Built
- Built in 1875
Lot Details
- 2,178 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Private Lot
- Level Lot
- Cleared Lot
- Garden
Home Design
- Duplex
- Quad-Level Property
- Flat Roof Shape
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Rubber Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3,216 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Paddle Fans
- Skylights
- Double Pane Windows
- Downtown Views
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Ceramic Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Steam Shower
- Ceramic Tile in Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on upper level
Attic
- Full Attic
- Attic Floors
- Walkup Attic
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Finished Attic
Finished Basement
- Heated Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Interior and Exterior Basement Entry
- Apartment Living Space in Basement
- Laundry in Basement
- Stubbed For A Bathroom
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Schools
- Giffen Memorial Elementary School
- Albany High School
Utilities
- Ductless Heating Or Cooling System
- Cooling System Mounted In Outer Wall Opening
- Heat Pump System
- Baseboard Heating
- Electric Baseboard Heater
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Association fees include sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- The owner pays for water
- Legal Lot and Block 24.000 / 2
- Assessor Parcel Number 010100 76.24-2-24
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,715 | $402,000 | $80,400 | $321,600 |
| 2024 | $10,715 | $402,000 | $80,400 | $321,600 |
| 2023 | $12,597 | $315,000 | $63,000 | $252,000 |
| 2022 | $11,640 | $315,000 | $63,000 | $252,000 |
| 2021 | $11,588 | $315,000 | $63,000 | $252,000 |
| 2020 | $11,314 | $315,000 | $63,000 | $252,000 |
| 2019 | $12,402 | $315,000 | $63,000 | $252,000 |
| 2018 | $11,330 | $315,000 | $63,000 | $252,000 |
| 2017 | $4,573 | $315,000 | $63,000 | $252,000 |
| 2016 | $10,994 | $315,000 | $63,000 | $252,000 |
| 2015 | $10,200 | $295,500 | $59,100 | $236,400 |
| 2014 | -- | $295,500 | $59,100 | $236,400 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/20/2026 07/20/26 | For Sale | $589,000 | +81.2% | $183 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/09/2022 09/09/22 | Sold | $325,000 | 0.0% | $90 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 06/12/2022 06/12/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/10/2022 05/10/22 | Price Changed | $325,000 | +18.2% | $90 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/25/2022 04/25/22 | For Sale | $275,000 | -- | $76 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Administrators Deed | $325,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $135,000 | William H Harris |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $33,090 | FHA | |
| Open | $452,175 | FHA | |
| Closed | $150,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Closed | $15,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Global MLS
MLS Number: 202622175
APN: 010100-076-024-0002-024-000-0000
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