490 Ward Ave, Schenectady, NY 12304
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OFF MARKET

$232,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,150 sqft

490 Ward Ave, Schenectady, NY 12304

Woodlawn
Est. Refi. Payment $1,607/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 17, 2021 for $132,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$233K
Since last month
Decreased$800 (-0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$9K (+4%)
Since last sale
Increased$101K (+76.6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +312% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$233K
August 2026$232K
July 2026$234K
June 2026$236K
May 2026$235K
April 2026$227K
March 2026$226K
February 2026$222K
January 2026$217K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
42 Laurel Ave, Schenectady, NY
0.31
Single-Family Home
$150,000
05/22/26
3
1
1,207
289 Donald Avenue, Schenectady, NY
0.06
Single-Family Home
$177,500
02/13/26
2
1
864
174 Ward Avenue, Schenectady, NY
0.10
Single-Family Home
$302,000
12/15/25
4
1
1,423
9 Princeton St, Schenectady, NY
0.45
Single-Family Home
$135,000
07/30/26
3
1
1,217
238 Ward Avenue, Schenectady, NY
0.03
Single-Family Home
$325,000
02/27/26
3
1.5
1,358
35 Cornell Street, Schenectady, NY
0.33
Single-Family Home
$188,000
07/15/26
3
1
934
35 Cornell St, Schenectady, NY
0.33
Single-Family Home
$188,000
07/23/26
3
1
934
2564 Consaul Road, Schenectady, NY
0.36
Single-Family Home
$215,000
03/12/26
3
1
1,209
2540 Putnam Street, Schenectady, NY
0.37
Single-Family Home
$295,000
08/27/26
3
1
1,162
220 Lee Avenue, Schenectady, NY
0.13
Single-Family Home
$167,000
11/20/25
2
1
680

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
278 Donald Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304
0.02
$299,000
3
1.5
1,464
Recently Sold
238 Ward Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304
0.03
$325,000
3
1.5
1,358
Recently Sold
224 Donald Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304
0.03
$288,400
3
2
1,300
Off Market
289 Donald Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304
0.06
$177,500
2
1
864
Recently Sold
197 Ray Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304
0.07
$270,400
3
1
1,200
Off Market
168 Donald Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304
0.08
$257,200
3
1.5
1,296
Off Market
173 Ward Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304
0.10
$310,000
4
2
1,500
Recently Sold
174 Ward Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304
0.10
$302,000
4
1
1,423
Recently Sold
170 Ward Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304
0.11
$343,600
4
1.5
1,362
Off Market
220 Lee Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304
0.13
$167,000
2
1
680
Recently Sold
2404 PARK Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304
0.14
$334,700
4
1.5
1,856
Off Market
125 Donald Avenue, Schenectady, NY 12304
0.14
$252,900
3
1.5
1,296
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1940
Living Area
1,150 sqft
Price/Sqft
$203

About this House

Welcome to 490 Ward Ave! This home has been completely updated starting outside with the newer roof (5yrs) and vinyl siding. Sit back and enjoy quite nights on your front porch, the formal living room, kitchen, dining room and all three first floor bedrooms have new laminate flooring. Fully applianced kitchen with granite breakfast bar. Huge main bath with ceramic tile flooring, shower, updated vanity and washer and dryer! Versatile layout with bonus space on the 2nd floor which could be additional bedroom space or family room, you choose. Ceiling height is lower so use your imagination. Large mudroom leads to the private back yard and patio area. Brand new hot air furnace. House has central air too. Easy access to shops and restaurants and mins to 890. Taxes shown are actual.
490 Ward Ave, Schenectady, NY 12304 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,150 sqft single-family home in Woodlawn, built in 1940. It last sold for $132,000 on Feb 17, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $232,900, with a rent estimate of $1,780/month.

Home Details for 490 Ward Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Floors: Carpet, Laminate
Interior Details
AtticNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherMicrowaveRefrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: VinylFoundation Type: Crawl RaisedPatioPorch

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5519 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 17, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$132,000
Oct 8, 2020
Source: Global MLS #202023514
Sold
$132,000
Jul 29, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$124,900
Jul 24, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$124,900
Oct 19, 2012
Source: N/A
Sold
$38,000

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

Around this home

Neighborhood Overview

Woodlawn
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What Locals Say about Woodlawn

At least 92 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 76 % Say car is needed

  • 75 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say it's quiet

  • 51 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 46 % Say there's wildlife

  • 25 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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  • 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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  • Melissa
    "lots of dog lovers always walking around friendly but some ppl disregard the leash law and lots dont pick up after them"
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  • Snowboardteencab
    "I don’t talk to them we got into fights with them cause they threatened our dogs multiple times we usually get along with people "
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  • Chapmanvonda
    "my neighbors are the best, my neighbors look out for one another and help one another when we were outside doing one more gardening they invite us to birthday parties and different events that's happening on our street it's a lovely neighborhood"
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  • Andrew L.
    "Lived here 30 years. Quiet wide street. Tree lined. Friendly neighborhood. Close to schools. Bus line. Groceries and restaurants and golf course. "
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  • Karen T. F.
    "Woodlawn Preserve is accessible from our dead end st. with a beautiful natural lake, catch & release fishing, & walking trails."
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Frequently asked questions about 490 Ward Ave

  • What is 490 Ward Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 490 Ward Ave in Schenectady, NY is $232,900.
  • What is the price history for 490 Ward Ave?
    490 Ward Ave in Schenectady, NY last sold for $132,000 in February 2021.
  • Is Schenectady a buyer's or seller's market?
    Schenectady is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Schenectady?
    The median sale price in Schenectady is $304K. That is down $2.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 490 Ward Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 490 Ward Ave in Schenectady, NY has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 490 Ward Ave?
    The lot at 490 Ward Ave in Schenectady, NY is about 0.13 acres (5,519 sq ft).

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