1409 Fordham Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12306
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$239,900

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,130 sqft

1409 Fordham Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12306

Est. Mortgage $1,759/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1940
$212/sqft
Open Parking

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Beautifully Updated & Move-In Ready!

This well-maintained home was extensively renovated in 2023, offering modern updates and comfortable living throughout. The updated kitchen features granite countertops and appliances installed in 2023, while beautiful hardwood floors add warmth and character to the home. New carpeting was installed on the second floor in 2026 for a fresh, updated feel.

Major improvements completed in 2023 include the bathroom, roof, windows, furnace, and hot water heater, providing added peace of mind for the next owner.

Conveniently located near shopping, dining, and major highways, this home combines thoughtful updates with an ideal location. Move right in and enjoy!
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listing by: Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Blake, (518) 452-4298
Sherrill H Farry, (518) 669-4944
Source: Global MLS, MLS#202623954
Also Listed on BHHS broker feed, Global MLS.

Home Details for 1409 Fordham Avenue

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Full Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1130 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer/DryerDishwasherLaundry: In BasementMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard,Hot WaterNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFencing: Back YardFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Off Street,Driveway
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Finished Area
Finished Area (above surface): 1130 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 23

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Cape Cod
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 422800 49.1722

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $239,900Price Per Sqft: $212
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

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Location

Direction & Address
City: Schenectady
School Information
Elementary School: PinewoodHigh School: MohonasenHigh School District: Mohonasen

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 202623954

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1130 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4791.6 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 202623954Above Grade Unfinished Area: 1130Showing Requirements: Lockbox

Around this home

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What Locals Say about Schenectady

At least 1176 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 65 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 60 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 57 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 53 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 53 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 45 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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    "Walkable to transportation"
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  • Homeowner
    "The area has plummeted in the last 15 years. It’s known for loud parties, drugs, unkempt homes, kids trespassing on your property, overall not a nice area"
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  • pdcomley@nycap.rr.com
    "Immaculate, peaceful, convenient neighborhood. Easy living. . Many organized activities if you are looking to be involved. "
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  • Amber
    "The neighborhood has a lot of Nice walking paths and close to lots of parks. It is very family friendly. "
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  • Mshilindra
    "It’s peaceful if you’re planning on moving here from a big busy city. You can make a living and start saving more. It’s better to raise a family. "
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  • Kelly Kilian
    "The quiet setting on the evening traffic, quiet down the wildlife in the backyard. The trains that go by in the back not something you see every day houses are somewhat far apart, so it makes it hard to get to know your neighbors, but I did meet one very nice elderly gentleman Close proximity, and driving distance to stores, markets and restaurants"
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  • Boris Mio
    "Rotterdam is a Great place to live with family, so far enjoying my time here with family, good neighbors."
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  • sharif murray
    "Casino bars music events restaurants lot of parks the place is still in development to becoming better "
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  • Marlene Morales
    "Not too bad. 22 minutes to downtown Albany. Roundabout made all the difference. Close to the highway. "
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  • Pattyhalpin8
    "We have lived here for 12 years. Safe and friendly community. People take pride of their homes and properties. Easy access to grocery stores, etc. we love it here! "
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  • Trulia User
    "I am not sure about the community events in this area. I know the do garage sales in the summer, kids do trick or treating on Halloween."
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  • Trulia User
    "They would absolutely love the local reserve to walk their dogs in. Nice safe area and not that much traffic as well"
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  • Trulia User
    "the neighborhood is increasingly becoming questionable, along with loud music from neighbors who have no consideration for others in the surrounding, last but not least cars do not obey the speed limit during the day or night making it unsafe for both adults and children in the neighborhood."
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  • Trulia User
    "I love Bellevue to live with my family. I’m still looking for a house or apartment in this area for a meal and tranquility for my children."
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  • Trulia User
    "the value neighborhood has access to a bus running every day of the week taking you to downtown Schenectady to tractors and great restaurants and casino and you can jump right on 890 and go to Albany New York City within a couple minutes Amsterdam so it's real easy to commute and less traffic and less time spent on the road"
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  • Trulia User
    "We have a close little neighborhood in our area of town. We have block parties every year. We all chat with each other. "
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  • Trulia User
    "There are lots of dog walkers in our neighborhood. Neighbors are friendly towards dogs. You see all types of dogs, large to small. "
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  • Trulia User
    "My neighborhood does not have great public transportation. You will need a car to live around here. Does have Great schools, safe and close to shopping areas and restaurants "
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  • Trulia User
    "I've lived here for a few years I love the neighborhood. everyone is friendly and it has a great neighborhood feel"
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a very busy neighborhood. They love to walk out their dog every day. They do not like being stared at. they love when others play with their dogs. "
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  • Trulia User
    "it's a cute small town that feels safe and neighborly, there's the city of Schenectady in close proximity as well in luding Rivers casino and there's shopping plazas and malls nearby also, it is a really convenient location."
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  • Trulia User
    "A very nice neighborhood seems like a safe there’s not many stores near it but it is a supermarket people are very responsible and you need a car you can use the bus or cab and sometimes bikes or motorcycles but it seems like it’s safe for the children and the people. Love the scenery an the area has a high school and elementary schools near it very good building up their neighborhood and keeping their streets in their lawn clean."
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  • Trulia User
    "It’s a great neighborhood but I have no car but I do use a cab service so anyway I can get downtown I would take the cab service not the bus"
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  • Trulia User
    "Everything here is nice live this Neighborhood people are nice streets a clean family oriented please"
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  • Trulia User
    "The stores are close by You can walk to the store. convenient locations..Friendly neighbors. and quit place to live. "
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  • Hannah G.
    "Indian meadows park is great for kids. Great for birthday party & lots of fun things for kids of all ages all year long !"
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  • Sharif M.
    "The commute is very reliable from buses to trains and taxis everywhere has a bus stop or taxis around "
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  • Dhorweezy
    "Rotterdam is a nice town to live in. The school is great and in general feels safe. I have alway left my car unlocked and no issues"
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  • Gtmelvin86
    "I work I’m the area for over two years and I think it’s a great place to live and raise a family and also to visit with lots of activities"
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  • Desiree S.
    "oktoberfest is really great and brings everyone together, we go every year and the scotia glenville car show and holiday on the ave is so much fun as well! "
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  • Summer A.
    "We all have dogs and we all take care of them and everyone and dogs a friends.this area has a lot of different animals around like roosters, horses,pigs, dogs, cats, little orange foxes coyotes, love hearing them in the distance kinda scary in a hott summer night "
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  • Alex B.
    "the town is very active and has many events throughout the year, such as NiskaDay, a big parade and all day fair"
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  • Jpawlinga
    "Great sense of community, the neighbors are nice and there are a lot of kids in the neighborhood to play with "
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  • Tarell G.
    "Great school district. The rating don’t show it because state testing is not required. The community is really tight nipped with sports. "
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  • Bjulib
    "It is dog friendly. people are always friendly when I am walking my dog. Never received any guide lines about having dogs in the area I live in. "
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  • Annahujak
    "My neighborhood is walkable to groceries, a library branch, the post office and various small shops. My work commute is 10-15 minutes. "
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  • Clvandem
    "It’s full of families riding bikes with their kids, walking their dogs etc.... people are friendly and it’s safe."
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  • Quanishawilliams32
    "dogs are always on leashes and I've never had a bad experience with dogs in this neighborhood. I also drive so I wouldn't notice. "
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  • Stargyal90
    "people drive like they are crazy lots of car break ins use to be a nice neighborhood then all of the good people slowly leave"
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  • Chriss
    "There’s something here for everybody. Stores, restaurants both fine and cheap, pubs, movie theater, anything you want."
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Market trends in Schenectady

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$304K
$2.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.2%
1.5%MoM
Price per sq ft
$206
$2MoM
Available listings
328
21MoM

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
60 Woodlawn Street, Schenectady, NY
0.02
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$106,000
03/12/26
3
1
1,295
2101 Gray Street, Schenectady, NY
0.20
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$235,000
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1
1,102
1862 Gray Street, Schenectady, NY
0.12
Single-Family Home
$226,200
06/05/26
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1,008
1468 Helderberg Avenue, Schenectady, NY
0.08
Single-Family Home
$235,000
04/10/26
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1,000
1921 Woodlawn Street, Schenectady, NY
0.05
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$160,000
12/01/25
2
1
922
1892 Broad Street, Schenectady, NY
0.29
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$220,000
08/20/26
3
1
1,305
1684 Roma, Schenectady, NY
0.26
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$215,000
09/03/26
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851
1924 Woodlawn Street, Schenectady, NY
0.06
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$118,000
04/15/26
2
1
860

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
60 Woodlawn Street, Schenectady, NY 12306
0.02
$254,900
3
1
1,295
For Sale
1374 Helderberg Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12306
0.05
$350,000
6
3.5
2,826
Recently Sold
1920 Amelia Street, Schenectady, NY 12306
0.06
$253,200
3
1
1,092
Off Market
1969 Parker Street, Schenectady, NY 12306
0.03
$312,000
3
2
1,600
Off Market
1921 Woodlawn Street, Schenectady, NY 12306
0.05
$160,000
2
1
922
Recently Sold
1924 Woodlawn Street, Schenectady, NY 12306
0.06
$118,000
2
1
860
Recently Sold
1932-1934 GRAY Street, Schenectady, NY 12306
0.10
$260,500
Studio
-
2,488
Off Market
1353 Helderberg Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12306
0.11
$421,900
5
2
2,620
Off Market
1468 Helderberg Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12306
0.08
$235,000
3
1.5
1,000
Recently Sold
1321 Helderberg Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12306
0.11
$299,900
3
2
1,679
For Sale
1468 Fordham Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12306
0.07
$322,400
3
2
1,586
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 13, 2026
Source: Global MLS #202623954
Listed For Sale
$239,900
Jan 30, 2024
Source: Global MLS #202323861
Sold
$197,500
Nov 22, 2023
Source: Global MLS #202323861
Pending
$199,000
Oct 3, 2023
Source: Global MLS #202323861
PriceChange
$199,000
Price decreased by 7%
Aug 31, 2023
Source: Global MLS #202323861
Listed For Sale
$215,000

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Sherrill H Farry, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Blake, (518) 452-4298
Agent Phone: (518) 669-4944
IDX information is provided exclusively for personal, non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.
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Frequently asked questions about 1409 Fordham Avenue

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1409 Fordham Avenue?
    Based on a $239,900 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1409 Fordham Avenue in Schenectady, NY is approximately $1,765 (about $1,242 principal & interest, $448 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1409 Fordham Avenue compare to homes in Schenectady?
    1409 Fordham Avenue in Schenectady, NY is listed at $239,900, about 21% below the $304K median sale price in Schenectady.
  • What do residents say about Schenectady?
    Residents describe Schenectady, NY as dog-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in Schenectady, NY.
  • What are the closest schools to 1409 Fordham Avenue?
    The closest schools to 1409 Fordham Avenue in Schenectady, NY are Draper Middle School (rated 3/10), Herman L Bradt Elementary School, Mohonasen Senior High School (rated 5/10).
  • Does 1409 Fordham Avenue have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1409 Fordham Avenue in Schenectady, NY has laundry facilities.
  • Does 1409 Fordham Avenue have a yard?
    Yes, 1409 Fordham Avenue in Schenectady, NY has a yard.
1409 Fordham Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12306 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,130 sqft single-family home built in 1940. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Global MLS on Aug 13, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 202623954.