261 Old Post Rd Ballston Spa, NY 12020
Estimated payment $2,137/month
Highlights
- Home fronts a pond
- View of Trees or Woods
- Deck
- Milton Terrace Elementary School Rated 9+
- 2.16 Acre Lot
- Wetlands on Lot
About This Home
*Multiple offer deadline Monday 1PM*
Welcome to your personal slice of upstate paradise. This charming 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch is perfectly positioned on a sprawling 2.16-acre lot, offering the ideal balance of peace, privacy, and proximity to Saratoga Springs and downtown Ballston Spa.
The horseshoe driveway offers easy in-and-out access and ample parking for guests, perfect for entertaining & daily living. It leads to a lovingly maintained home that serves as a true oasis for nature lovers, gardening enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a slower pace of life without giving up modern comforts.
Interior Highlights:
Step inside and be immediately welcomed by a warm, light-filled interior. At the heart of the home is a spacious gourmet kitchen designed with the home chef in mind. Featuring ample counter space, modern appliances, and room for entertaining, it's a space that inspires both everyday meals and special gatherings.
The open-concept living and dining areas are flooded with natural light and provide serene views of the pond, offering a calm, picturesque setting for morning coffee or evening reflection.
The primary suite offers a true retreat with generous closet space and a spa-inspired en suite bathroom, providing comfort and tranquility at the end of each day.
Outdoor Features:
This property truly shines outside. The lush, landscaped grounds are a gardener's dream, complete with established flower and vegetable gardens that invite your green thumb to flourish. Enjoy quiet walks around the peaceful pond, relax on your front porch surrounded by nature, or explore the possibilities of sustainable living with your very own chicken coop - chickens not included!
A single-car garage offers practical storage space, and the expansive lot provides privacy while still being just minutes from area amenities.
Less than 15 minutes to Saratoga Springs
Close to SPAC, the famed Saratoga Race Track, and local shopping,
*Multiple offer deadline Monday 1PM*
Listing Agent
Coldwell Banker Prime Properties License #10401273271 Listed on: 10/14/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,392
Year Built
- Built in 1938
Lot Details
- 2.16 Acre Lot
- Home fronts a pond
- Home fronts a stream
- Fenced Front Yard
- Privacy Fence
- Vinyl Fence
- Level Lot
- Irrigation Equipment
- Garden
- Property is zoned Single Residence
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Circular Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Property Views
- Pond
- Woods
- Forest
- Garden
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Block Exterior
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,316 Sq Ft Home
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Paddle Fans
- 1 Fireplace
- Insulated Windows
- Blinds
- Rods
- Sliding Doors
- Mud Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Crawl Space
- Storm Windows
- Washer and Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wine Cooler
- Kitchen Island
- Stone Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Wetlands on Lot
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Exterior Lighting
Schools
- Malta Avenue Elementary School
- Ballston Spa High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Powered By Owned Propane
- Single-Phase Power
- Three-Phase Power
- 100 Amp Service
- The stream is a source of water for the property
- Water Softener
- Fuel Tank
- Septic Tank
- High Speed Internet
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
Listing and Financial Details
- Legal Lot and Block 17.000 / 1
- Assessor Parcel Number 414089 204.-1-17
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,981 | $312,000 | $70,600 | $241,400 |
| 2023 | $4,915 | $281,000 | $70,600 | $210,400 |
| 2022 | $4,338 | $234,000 | $70,600 | $163,400 |
| 2021 | $4,372 | $217,000 | $70,600 | $146,400 |
| 2020 | $4,368 | $217,000 | $70,600 | $146,400 |
| 2018 | $703 | $200,000 | $70,600 | $129,400 |
| 2017 | $711 | $200,000 | $70,600 | $129,400 |
| 2016 | $3,228 | $150,000 | $55,600 | $94,400 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 10/20/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/14/2025 10/14/25 | For Sale | $339,000 | +49.3% | $258 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/13/2019 12/13/19 | Sold | $227,000 | -3.4% | $172 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/27/2019 09/27/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/17/2019 07/17/19 | Price Changed | $235,000 | -4.1% | $179 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/11/2019 07/11/19 | For Sale | $245,000 | 0.0% | $186 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/11/2019 05/11/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/08/2019 04/08/19 | For Sale | $245,000 | +276.9% | $186 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/18/2013 10/18/13 | Sold | $65,000 | -45.8% | $53 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/25/2013 09/25/13 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 06/26/2013 06/26/13 | For Sale | $119,900 | -- | $98 / Sq Ft |
Source: Global MLS
MLS Number: 202527745
APN: 414089-204-000-0001-017-000-0000
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