Recently Listed Open House 7/19 11am - 1pm
51 Benson Street
Albany, NY, 12206 $ 289,900
Bedrooms3 Baths1.1 Sq 1,209 Monthly Estimate*
$ 1,830
for $289,900 with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bath, 1 half bath. This 1,209 square foot home was built in 1927 on a lot size of 0.08.
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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Open House
7/19/2026 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
51 Benson Street Albany, NY
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm
FeaturesInteriorInterior Amenities Solid Surface Counters Eat-in Kitchen Kitchen Island
Basement Full Unfinished
Flooring Vinyl Carpet Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 0
Basement (Y/N) N
Air Conditioning Y/N N
Heating Y/N Y
Fireplace Y/N N
Above Grade Finished Area 1209.0
Half Baths 1
Laundry Features Main Level
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area 0.0
Below Grade Finished Area Source CRS
Above Grade Finished Area Source CRS
Total Baths 2
Kitchen Island True
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GeneralSewer Public Sewer
Heating Baseboard Hot Water Natural Gas Radiant
Cooling None
Roof Shingle Asphalt
Appliances Dishwasher Microwave Oven Range
Garage Spaces 8.0
Patio/Porch Features Enclosed Front Porch
Architectural Style Bungalow
Construction Materials Vinyl Siding
Year Built 1927
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Property Subtype Single Family Residence
County Albany
New Construction N
Property Type Residential
HOA N
Attached Garage N
Garage Y/N Y
Other Structures Garage(s)
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 1
Status Active
Directions Central Ave to Manning Blvd to Benson Street. Home is on the left.
High School Albany
City Albany
High School District Albany
Lot Size Units Acres
Lot Size Square Feet 3484.8
Carport Y/N N
Land Lease Y/N N
Tax Annual Amount 5346.0
Home Warranty Y/N N
Lease Renewal Y/N N
Additional Parcels Y/N N
Lease Considered Y/N N
Rent Control Y/N N
Virtual Tour https://u.pcloud.link/publink/show?code=kZyEKr5ZoEzRDOOX5lbHG6RawI3EBXPG3boV#/filemanager?folder=32385097187&gallery=open
Standard Status Active
Tax Assessed Value 0
Tax Lot 14.000
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ExteriorExterior Amenities Drive-Paved
Parking Features Off Street Paved Detached
Water Source Public
Total Parking 12.0
Lot Size Area 0.08
Spa N
Lot Size Acres 0.08
Waterfront Y/N N
Crops Included Y/N N
Horse Y/N N
Irrigation Water Rights Y/N N
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* Excluded FeaturesList ByMarisa MoffattListing Agent
Empire Real Estate Firm LlcBroker
marisa@empirerealestatefirm.comEmail
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $1,830
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $446
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.49% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 7/17/2026 | $289,900 | | Listed Price |