Sharon FronkRealtor® · Howard Hanna
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$19,900 price cut · was $284,900
$265,000
51 Benson Street
Albany, NY 12206 · Albany County
3Beds
1.5Baths
1,209Sq Ft
0.08 acresLot Size
1927Year Built
$219Per Sq Ft
Est. P&I $1,340/moGet pre-qualified
Single Family 45 days on market
MLS# 202622005 Updated 1 week ago
Sharon’s Take
This 1927 bungalow on two parcels at 51 and 53 Benson Street offers a rare combination of residential space and income potential. The main home features three bedrooms, 1.5 baths, hardwood floors, an updated kitchen with granite countertops and island, and a first-floor bedroom. The property includes eight detached garages: four on the home parcel and four on the adjoining lot. Three garages are currently leased, generating immediate rental income, while the remaining five offer flexibility for storage, workshop space, or additional revenue. Located off Central Avenue in Albany, the home provides convenient access to shopping, dining, hospitals, and major highways.
Sharon Fronk · Howard Hanna Capital Region
About this property
**OPEN HOUSE Sunday 8/23 from 3-5pm** A rare opportunity to own two parcels offering the perfect combination of a beautifully updated home and exceptional income potential. This sale includes 51 & 53 Benson Street, featuring a move-in ready 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath bungalow, 8 detached garages, and immediate rental income. Four garages are located on the homesite, with an additional four on the adjoining parcel. Three garages are currently leased, providing income from day one. The home blends classic charm with modern updates, featuring hardwood floors, a bright living room, an updated kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, a center island, spacious dining area, first-floor bedroom, full bath, laundry area and office space, plus an enclosed front porch. Upstairs offers two additional bedrooms, an updated half bath, and a versatile bonus space. Whether you're looking for an owner-occupied home with supplemental income or a unique investment opportunity, the garages offer endless possibilities for rental income, storage, workshop space, or hobby use. Conveniently located just off Central Avenue with easy access to shopping, restaurants, hospitals, and major highways, this one-of-a-kind property is a must-see. **See list of details in documents. Some photos have been virtually staged. Make sure to check out the virtual tour and YouTube video.**
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Price per sq ft
$219
Days on market
45
Price reduced
$19,900
from $284,900
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22 facts pulled straight from the MLS listing.
Overview
Property TypeSingle Family
Sub-TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1927
Days on Market45
StatusActive
MLS Number202622005
ListedJuly 16, 2026
Interior
Bedrooms3
Bathrooms1 full, 1 half
Living Area1,209 sq ft
Interior Features
Full Unfinished BasementSolid Surface CountersEat-in KitchenKitchen IslandBaseboardHot WaterNatural GasRadiantVinylCarpetHardwood
Exterior & Lot
Lot Size0.08 acres
Exterior Features
Drive-PavedGarage8 Car GarageOff StreetPavedDetached
Building & Construction
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Financial
List Price$265,000
Price per Sq Ft$219
Est. Monthly P&I$1,340/mo
Location
CountyAlbany
School DistrictAlbany
Listing Details
Listed ByMarisa Moffatt of Empire Real Estate Firm LLC
Data SourceSpark Platform / Global MLS
Last UpdatedAug 24, 2026
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About Albany, NY
Albany is in Albany County, NY. There are currently 254 active listings here, ranging from $12,500 to $10,899,000. Listings in this address fall under the Albany school district. Priced 16% below the Albany median of $314,950.
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Empire Real Estate Firm LLC · Listed by Marisa Moffatt (38586)
Contact: 518-598-9824
MLS #202622005 · Source: Global MLS, Inc.
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