Watervliet, NY 12189 · Albany County

The Watervliet Tavern is a mixed-use property on prominent 3rd Avenue in Watervliet, offering strong visibility and steady foot and vehicle traffic. The ground floor contains a tavern space with kitchen and two bathrooms suited for bar, restaurant, or hospitality operations. Upstairs, a four-bedroom, one-bath apartment presents renovation opportunities and potential for owner occupancy or rental income. Located in Arsenal City, a riverfront community north of Albany and home to the nation's oldest continuously operating military arsenal, the property sits in one of Albany County's most affordable markets.
Welcome to the Watervliet Tavern, a unique mixed-use property that has long been a staple of the community and is full of potential. Ideally located on busy 3rd Avenue in Watervliet, this building offers excellent visibility and consistent vehicle and foot traffic. The first floor features a classic tavern with ample space for entertaining, a kitchen, and two bathrooms, making it an excellent opportunity for a bar, restaurant, or other hospitality venture. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious four-bedroom, one-bath apartment with renovation potential. With some updates and vision, this generous living space can be restored to its full charm, providing an ideal owner's residence or rental income opportunity. Whether you're an investor, entrepreneur, or someone looking to own a well-known local property, this opportunity offers endless possibilities. With its prime location and high-traffic exposure, the Watervliet Tavern is ready for its next chapter and could become the area's next go-to destination.
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Watervliet is in Albany County, NY. There are currently 24 active listings here, ranging from $35,000 to $798,000. Listings in this address fall under the Watervliet school district. Priced 22% above the Watervliet median of $244,900.
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Empire Real Estate Firm LLC · Listed by Ryan Mattison (38839)
Contact: 518-703-4046
MLS #202623387 · Source: Global MLS, Inc.
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Public assessment record for the Watervliet roll · Watervliet school district · Bar
| Year | Assessed value | Full market value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $190,000 | $323,019 | +11.0% |
| 2024 | $190,000 | $291,009 | +6.4% |
| 2023 | $190,000 | $273,381 | +15.1% |
| 2022 | $190,000 | $237,500 | +8.7% |
| 2021 | $190,000 | $218,391 |
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.
FEMA Zone X: minimal flood risk
Outside the mapped 1% and 0.2% annual-chance floodplains. Flood insurance is optional here.
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