Schenectady, NY 12303 · Schenectady County

This 1920s bungalow in Schenectady offers three bedrooms, one bath, and a partially finished attic with potential for additional sleeping space, a home office, or bathroom expansion. Built at 1,521 square feet on a lot of 0.11 acres, the home features closed-cell spray foam insulation and a high-efficiency water heater to manage energy costs, plus a detached two-car garage and paved driveway. Located in the Schenectady Central school district, the property sits near parks, shops, dining, and public transit, with a fifteen-minute commute to downtown and about twenty minutes to Albany. No HOA, no basement finish work required, and all appliances included.
Welcome to 1162 Forest Rd, a beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow offering comfort, efficiency, and room to grow. The partially finished attic presents an excellent opportunity to create one or two additional bedrooms, a walk-in closet, home office, or even a second bathroom--allowing you to customize the space to fit your needs. Designed with efficiency in mind, the home features closed-cell spray foam insulation to help reduce energy costs, along with a modern, high-efficiency water heater. All appliances are included, making this a truly move-in-ready opportunity. Conveniently located near an elementary school, middle school, neighborhood park, public transportation, shopping, and dining, this home also offers easy access to downtown Schenectady and is just approximately 20 minutes from Albany. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, or searching for a home with future expansion potential, 1162 Forest Rd is one you won't want to miss. Schedule your private showing today!
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Schenectady is in Schenectady County, NY. There are currently 214 active listings here, ranging from $19,000 to $156,200,000. Listings in this address fall under the Schenectady school district. Priced 19% below the Schenectady median of $284,500.
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Rijo Realty Group LLC · Listed by Joshua Rijo (30149)
Contact: 518-892-6899
MLS #202623161 · Source: Global MLS, Inc.
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Public assessment record for the Schenectady roll · Schenectady school district · One Family Year-Round Residence
| Year | Assessed value | Full market value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $102,400 | $169,564 | +13.3% |
| 2024 | $102,400 | $149,598 | +15.4% |
| 2023 | $102,400 | $129,620 | +3.8% |
| 2022 | $102,400 | $124,878 | +10.6% |
| 2021 | $102,400 | $112,900 |
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