Cohoes, NY 12047 · Albany County

This 1910 duplex on Van Schaick Island offers 3,360 square feet across two units, each with two bedrooms plus two additional rooms suitable for bedrooms, offices, or flexible use. Both sides feature large eat-in kitchens and covered interior hallways. The property includes off-street parking, a detached workshop converted from a single-car garage, and a full unfinished basement. Located in Cohoes, the Spindle City, this home sits near a neighborhood playground and taps into the city's growing downtown revival, textile heritage, and access to Mohawk Falls views. The Cohoes school district serves the area, and no HOA applies.
Welcome to this spacious two-family home on desirable Van Schaick Island, offering generous living space and endless potential for homeowners or investors alike. Each oversized flat features two spacious bedrooms, plus two additional back-to-back bonus rooms that can be used as bedrooms, home offices, or flex spaces to fit your needs. Both units offer huge eat-in kitchens with plenty of room for gathering, while the covered interior hallways extend from end to end, adding character and convenience. Outside, you'll find off-street parking and a detached work shed that was previously a one-car garage, offering excellent storage or workshop potential. Situated on a quiet street directly across from a playground, this property is in a desirable neighborhood with a peaceful setting. With a little TLC, this home can truly shine and become a fantastic owner-occupied residence or income-producing investment. Don't miss the opportunity to unlock the potential of this Van Schaick Island gem!
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Cohoes is in Albany County, NY. There are currently 35 active listings here, ranging from $50,000 to $890,000. Listings in this address fall under the Cohoes school district. Priced 14% below the Cohoes median of $290,000.
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Heer Realty Inc · Listed by Dean W Heer (7126)
Contact: 518-365-4469
MLS #202622997 · Source: Global MLS, Inc.
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Public assessment record for the Cohoes roll · Cohoes school district · Two Family Year-Round Residence
| Year | Assessed value | Full market value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $65,200 | $193,185 | +4.2% |
| 2024 | $65,200 | $185,333 | +13.7% |
| 2023 | $65,200 | $163,000 | +5.5% |
| 2022 | $65,200 | $154,539 | +18.5% |
| 2021 | $65,200 | $130,400 |
Assessed and full market values come from the local assessor and lag the market; the tax bill is the assessed value times the town, county and school rates, which the seller’s disclosure will show. STAR and other exemptions are not reflected here.
Outside FEMA-mapped flood hazard areas
This point is not inside any Special Flood Hazard Area or moderate-risk zone on the current FEMA flood map. Flood insurance is optional here and usually inexpensive.
See the official FEMA flood map for this pointSource: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, checked 2026-09-14. Zones are drawn by FEMA and can change; an elevation certificate governs insurance.