Albany, NY 12208 · Albany County

This 1930 Cape Cod on Colonial Avenue sits on a quiet cul de sac in Albany's Buckingham Pond neighborhood, offering 2,025 square feet of living space across three bedrooms and two and a half bathrooms. The main floor includes two bedrooms, one and a half baths, and first-floor laundry for convenience, while upstairs a primary suite with skylights and a flexible paneled room provide additional options. The eat-in kitchen features vaulted ceilings and granite counters opening to a tiered deck and screened porch overlooking a fenced yard, and the living room anchors a fireplace with built-in shelving. Recent updates include new windows, insulation, central air, a dual duct mini split system, and natural gas heating; an attached garage and shed provide storage. The location offers proximity to Buckingham Lake Park, St. Peter's Hospital, Route 85, and the NYS Thruway. The home is in the Albany Central school district with no HOA.
Welcome to 212 Colonial Ave, a charming custom Cape Cod tucked away on a quiet cul de sac in Albany's highly sought after Buckingham Pond neighborhood. Offering over 1,900 sq. ft. of thoughtfully designed space, this 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home perfectly blends timeless character with modern comfort. The main floor is tailored for effortless single level living with 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms and first-floor laundry, while the second floor provides exceptional flexibility. Upstairs, you will find a large primary suite with Velux venting skylights with solar room-darkening blinds with remote (May 2021), and an additional cozy paneled room that makes an inspiring home office or serene nursery. Entertaining is a dream in the bright, incredible eat in kitchen, highlighted by a vaulted ceiling, custom windows with UV filters, and elegant granite counters. Relax in the spacious living room, anchored by a stunning fireplace and custom built in shelving. From there, a large Andersen French door opens to an expansive tiered deck, or enjoy the newer screened porch, serving as your private retreats overlooking a quiet, park-like and fully fenced backyard. Storage is plentiful with ample closets, an attached garage, and a shed. Enjoy total peace of mind with major updates including nearly all new windows, added insulation, natural gas hot water heating, and the comfort of central air and/or a dual duct mini split. Location is everything. You are a short stroll from Buckingham Lake Park, St. Peter's Hospital, and local places of worship, with immediate access to Route 85 and the NYS Thruway. Homes with this blend of charm, location, and condition are rare. Schedule your private tour today and come see exactly why you will want to call this house your home!
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Albany is in Albany County, NY. There are currently 260 active listings here, ranging from $12,500 to $10,899,000. Listings in this address fall under the Albany school district. Priced 24% above the Albany median of $319,950.
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Gabler Realty LLC · Listed by Judith Gabler (23508)
Contact: 518-727-5653
MLS #202625719 · Source: Global MLS, Inc.
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Public assessment record for the Albany roll · Albany school district · One Family Year-Round Residence
| Year | Assessed value | Full market value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $317,000 | $330,208 | -2.3% |
| 2024 | $338,000 | $338,000 | +20.3% |
| 2023 | $199,000 | $280,954 | +12.6% |
| 2022 | $199,000 | $249,624 | +12.3% |
| 2021 | $199,000 | $222,346 |
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