Life and Homes Capital Region by Stephen Lisi

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Residential • Commercial • Multi-Family • Land

Find Your Home For The Holidays Festive Local Listings

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Welcome Life and

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Wishing You and Yours a Blessed Holiday Season

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Owners, David and Kim Lisi and Family

Holiday Homes

Photo by Rachel Daughtry

If you’re home is for sale now, during the holiday season, take a deep breath and try not to stress. There’s no denying the market slows down this time of year but there will always be people who need to sell and buyers who need to buy - regardless of the season. Less competition and reduced inventory can work in you favor as your listing is more likely to get attention and anyone shopping for a home during the holiday season is probably serious about buying. Capitalize on your advantages by making your home warm and inviting when potential buyers come calling. Skip the clutter and use tasteful decorations that bring attention to the best features of the house. The eye buys. Call attention to your home - not your decorations. Keep your home in showing condition and always welcome buyers with sidewalks and driveways that are cleanly shoveled and entryways that are neat and free of boots and coats. Turn up the thermostat - nothing says welcome like a comfortably heated room on a chilly late season day. “Today’s buyers look at listings all day, every day. They have apps on their phone, get listings texted and emailed to them, and don’t care about the time of year,” says real estate expert Brendon DeSimone. We shamelessly add one additional bit of expert advise for sellers in any season. Ask your agent to feature your home in LifeandHomes - where we love bringing people and homes together.

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House Listing Directory

Commercial Featured Listing

Adirondack Properties & Land

Fulton/Montgomery Cty Section

Business Directory Rental Section

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Front Cover Featured Home 2452 Hilltop Road, Niskayuna For more information on this Front Cover Featured Home, See Page 12 Offered by

David M. Phaff

Licensed Associate Real Estate Broker

518.469.8984

For Advertising Information Call 315-865-5845 or email David@LifeandHomes.com

‘Tis The Season to Repair, Repaint, Refresh A pristine paint job is the perfect backdrop for holiday entertaining. To restore your walls to their former glory, fill in those dents, holes and cracks before you repaint with Alex Plus Spackling, when making repairs on a range of surfaces such as drywall, wood and metal. If you have troublesome reoccurring cracks that just won’t go away, Alex Flex Spackling is the perfect solution for a lasting, seamless repair. And use Alex Flex Premium Molding & Trim Sealant to fill gaps and cracks around interior window and door frames and along baseboards, chair rails and crown molding for a crack-proof, seamless finish. With your walls repaired and looking like new, you’re now ready to paint and decorate for a fresh, updated look.

newsShorts out of the way and organized. If you have a coat closet, be sure to clean it out and make room for your guests by storing your coats in another room. You might also consider using an additional coat rack and strategically placing some festive decorative baskets for holding shoes and purses. If you plan on hosting friends and family members who have small children, take some time to kidproof your home, particularly anywhere they are likely to play. Along with putting plug covers on all of the outlets, remove any common hazards young kids might get into. Secure electrical and window treatment cords, protect hard-edged furniture and put breakables out of reach. Once the groundwork for a safe, kid-friendly space is cleared, add toys, games, comfy pillows and more, so they’re entertained and feel welcome. When it comes to prepping for holiday guests, don’t forget about high-traffic areas outside the home. Be sure to clear the walkways of any snow and ice and replace outdoor lights with fresh bulbs to help guests

A roaring fire is a cozy centerpiece for after-dinner storytelling and catching up with family and friends. Whether your home is equipped with a gas or wood-burning fireplace, it is important to ensure the unit is in good working order. First, inspect the area and repair any damage to key pieces, such as the baffle, damper or mantle, that may have occurred during the year. Next, schedule a time for a thorough chimney sweeping to remove excess buildup of soot and creosote. A clean, maintained fireplace not only makes for a festive environment, but can also serve as an element to heat your home, reducing seasonal stress on your furnace. There’s nothing like visiting with old friends or reconnecting with family members you haven’t seen in a while. Of course, with the increased foot traffic in and out of your home comes the question of where to put your guests’ belongings so they are

safely navigate their way to your home. These quick and easy preparations will help you and your guests feel more at home, setting the stage for all to enjoy the festivities and fun of the season. (BPT)

Help Your Pet Have a Happy Healthy Holiday The holidays are upon us, and so is the chillier weather. As you bundle up and get cozy with your cocoa, Dr. Jeff Werber, Emmy award-winning celebrity veterinarian, has some tips and tricks on how to ensure your pet has a healthy and happy holiday season. Most dogs, and a lot of cats, can adequately thermoregulate in most temperatures, but smaller

pets may need some help. Doggie coats, like the Wouapy Outdoor or Bubble Coat, are great solutions for the smaller breeds to keep them warm but still mobile while outside. Many cities and municipalities pour salt on sidewalks and streets to help melt snow. This salt can be very irritating to the feet of dogs and cats, so clean their paws after each walk to remove any residue, or, better yet, try some booties to provide necessary protection. This time of year brings a revolving door of guests and the sound of the doorbell constantly ringing which can bring some unexpected stress on your pets. Whether you are hosting or traveling to the next get-together, consider outfitting your dog with the Calmz Anxiety Relief System, a non-invasive, drug-free treatment that soothes common anxieties to help naturally combat the stress of traveling, loud noises and strangers. Provide pets with a comfortable space where they can retreat if they are feeling stressed. Kennels like the Ultra Vari Kennel are great options for them to retreat to a safe haven while still being part of the festivities. Cats love to bat at sparkling tinsel and carry it in their mouths, but it can obstruct their digestive tract if ingested. Distract your playful kitty with a fun toy like the Jackson Galaxy Butterfly Ball. In addition, avoid chewing hazards by giving your dog an interactive treat toy like the JW Ho-lee Gourmet, which will encourage them to play with their food rather than a wire from decorative lights. Don’t forget to give them plenty of exercise! Providing regular exercise, especially in winter, helps prevent boredom, which can lead to destructive behavior. Going on a brisk walk with the K9 Control Retractable Leash, the only retractable leash designed to retract in lock or stop position, is a great way to bond with and mentally stimulate your dog while getting them up and moving. Lastly, even with the best planning and most conscientious care, accidents do happen. Make sure you keep your veterinarian’s number handy as well as your local 24-hour emergency facility just in case. (BPT) December

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Fiberglass Insulation Tops in Return for Home Renovations A fiberglass insulation upgrade is the home remodeling project that provides the largest percentage return on investment for homeowners according to Remodeling Magazine’s Cost v. Value Report. The report compares the average costs for 29 popular home remodeling projects with the value those projects retain in 99 U.S. markets on a national and regional level. A fiberglass insulation upgrade proved to add the greatest value to the home at 108 percent of the cost of the project, according to Hanley Wood, publisher of Remodeling Magazine. The report estimated the average cost for this upgrade is $1,343 nationwide. The assessment on the potential return gained by the homeowner at resale was provided by real estate professionals responding to the annual survey. Realtors estimated that one year after a fiberglass attic insulation upgrade, the project would increase the value of the home by $1,446. The research specifically estimated the cost of adding blown-in loose fill fiberglass insulation into a 35×30 attic to reach an R-30 insulation value. Adding fiberglass insulation was the only project that had an average national return of more than 100 percent. By comparison, the average cost and average return at resale for the 29 projects in the report amounted to a 64.3 percent return if the home was sold within one year of completing the renovation. “When you consider that this is a relatively small spend for a home renovation project that will increase homeowner comfort, reduce their home energy costs and add value to their largest investment, this is compelling news,” said Curt Rich, President and CEO of the North American Insulation Manufacturers Association. “It also

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newsShorts supports the trend of small, incremental improvements adding value for homeowners.” (insulationinstitute.org)

Don’t Be Left In The Dark

American consumers are about to experience a game-changer in terms of lighting their homes, energy efficiency experts at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency predict. That’s because, according to a new report by the ENERGY STAR program, LED bulbs will become the dominant light bulb technology within the next three years. Once thought to be a lighting technology only for early adopters willing to pay top dollar, LED bulbs are now a possibility for the average consumer, with prices hovering around $2 a bulb or less in many areas. Using less energy, the bulbs pay for themselves in a matter of months and can save households $50 to $100 per year in utility costs. LED bulbs are expected to see widespread adoption by 2020 in significant part because of utility programs continuing to rebate the bulbs and educate consumers about the energy-efficient options that are available. Despite the tremendous savings opportunity, many Americans have yet to experience the LED difference in their own homes. Less than 30 percent of U.S. light bulb sales in 2016 were LED, and according to a report by the business research firm ORC International, most consumers have little knowledge about the various light bulb options available to them. The average American home has approximately 50 light sockets, and about 60 percent of them still contain an inefficient bulb. So the opportunities for energy savings are huge. LED bulbs that have earned the governmentbacked ENERGY STAR label use 70 to 90 percent

less energy than incandescent bulbs and last at least 15 times longer. Visit www.energystar.gov/ bulbrevolution for more ideas. (NAPSI)

De-stress Your Move Although moving is one of the most stressful life events—according to the Employee Relocation Council—it doesn’t have to be. If you’re one of the 40 million people estimated to move this year, these five steps can make moving easier: • Build A To-Do Timeline - Start by making a list of everything you need to do and when you need to do it. Include tasks such as budgeting, decluttering, hiring movers, purchasing supplies, and updating important medical and financial records. • Create A Moving At-A-Glance List - Put all your critical move-related names, phone numbers and addresses on one document to carry with you and store in your smartphone. Be sure you can easily access your moving contract, real estate and mortgage documents, and info on local utilities, banks and schools, too. • Pack A First-Night Survival Box - After you’ve arrived at your new home, you don’t want to have to hunt for the must-have items, such as box cutters, tools, device chargers, bed linens, toiletries - and the coffeepot for the following morning. • Stay Connected - It’s easy to set up your Internet, TV and phone service in advance, with help from CableMover, so you’re already connected when you move in. • Look Online For Help—You can turn to valuable online resources, such as the Moving Guide from CableMover. It’s a one-stop, customizable solution to help you stay organized and stress-free. Connect to your new provider and download your customized Moving Guide at www.cablemover.com. (NAPSI)

40 Lyon Ct Queensbury, $233,000

80 Chestnut Ridge Queensbury, $229,900

13 Marion Ave Glens Falls, $174,900

1A Lincoln Ave Glens Falls, $249,500

9 Mannis Pl Queensbury

33 Country Club Rd, Queensbury $175,000

8514 State Route 9, Schroon $995,000

2473 County Route 46 Fort Edward, $89,900

Elegant, bright, private & quiet End unit in the maintenance free Westwood Community. Easy one level living in this 2 bedroom, 2 bath unit with a beautiful NEW Kitchen & Bath. Wood floors, gas fireplace, central A/C,vaulted ceilings and 2 car garage. Deck with awning to sit and enjoy the surrounding nature.

Park-like setting on beautiful Chestnut Ridge Rd. This Ranch home is being sold As-Is and is a wonderful opportunity to make it your dream home in a dream location. 3 bedrooms with 2.5 baths, large open living room and dining area, Family Room, 2 fireplaces, A/C and 2 car garage.

Sweet home on over 10 private acres! 2-3 bedrooms with enclosed porch. Gives you the private setting you crave, yet close to everything. Motivated Seller.

Totally remodeled 2 family city home. upstairs has 3 bedrooms and downstairs has 2 bedrooms. 3 porches, stainless steel appliances, walking distance to downtown and parks. Great rental potential or owner occupied.

Once you step onto the front porch you won’t want to leave! This is a house you will be proud to call home. With it’s remodeled kitchen, hardwood floors, 4-5 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, this 1910 city home screams love and charm. The same family has loved it for the past 39 years, now it’s your turn. Ideal location. Don’t miss it!

No expense was spared on this gorgeous, yearround custom Schroon Lakefront home that was completely rebuilt. With 175’of Lakefront, this home has an open concept great-room with lots of windows to showcase the lake views. Wood floors, stone gas fireplace, sun-room, dinning area and gourmet kitchen.

5.81 Scenic acres with a 9 Stall horse barn with workshop, 2 car garage and In-Ground pool. The property has power and water and a brook! Beautiful location to build your dream home.

311 Ridge St Glens Falls, $219,900

54 Notre Dame St, Fort Edward $74,000

Updated classic city home with tons of charm. New kitchen with granite, updated baths. Large rooms, formal dining room for holiday meals. Screened-in porch, 2 car garage and a lovely landscaped yard.

With some TLC this house could be brought back to it’s original beauty with it’s gorgeous woodwork, high ceilings and private backyard, this is a house your family could call home. Sold-As-Is.

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ATTENTION INVESTORS! Coeymans

$439,000

104 Main Street - Fully occupied 10 Unit with outstanding cash ﬂow. All tenants pay separate electric and 3 pay their own heat. Can be bundled with 83 Main St (6 Unit).

Seller is motivated and will consider some owner financing. Call for details.

Coeymans $259,000 83 Main Street - Fully occupied 6 Family with separate utilities for each unit. Very solid building. $45,600 rental income annually. Can be bundled with 104 Main Street (10 Unit). Seller is motivated and will consider some owner financing. Call for details.

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Home Buyer’s or Home Seller’s Guide!

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Serving the Entire Capital Region Ofﬁces in Guilderland and Latham • 50 agents 2390 Western Ave, Guilderland, NY 12084

Ofﬁce: 518-861-7030 • www.cmfox.com Delanson $450,000

631 Larry Hill Rd 66Acre working sheep farm w/ many potential uses! Pastures, paddocks,ponds,woodlands, trails, 4 barns. Fed style colonial w/orig details. Kitchen, baths, mechanicals and systems all updated! Contact: Anne Daley 518-461-8518

Albany $145,000

24 Crescent Dr Charming Cape Cod in great Albany neighborhood! Conveniently located near I-85. Updated features, new appliances, new carpet upstairs, refinished wood floors....must see! Quiet, well maintained street. Contact - Denise Polsinelli 518-369-5093

New Scotland $289,000

267 Wolf Hill Rd Great Home, Gorgeous private location, well maintained. Pride in ownership shows. Contact - Diane Sala 518-225-1281

Slingerlands $225,000

Bethlehem $249,900

Albany $199,900

Duanesburg $269,900

Thinking about selling your home? Call us today

New Scotland $1,199,125

Albany $169,888

Colonie $528,888

East Greenbush $174,900

Altamont $227,950

Knox $394,900

Knox $247,500

Colonie $449,800

Knox $209,900

Font Grove Rd - Build the home of your dreams on this 1.8 acres lot in the beautiful Slingerlands, (New Scotland) area - and create your own Oasis to come home to. Water, electrical, cable and telephone available at the road. Contact - Brian Meurs 518-477-3114 10031 State Rte #30 Country living at its best, 2 Full ba, 4 bed and 25 acres for your privacy. Detached 2 car garage for all your extras. New roof, new bathroom added on first floor oﬀ converted garage to living room for family gatherings. Contact - Jamie Mazuryk 518-929-4475

Rotterdam $230,000

309 Mohawk Dr Home is in need of some updating,but for the price,you can’t beat it. Master bath is gutted so you can do what you want. Basement has very high ceilings and own separate entrance. 3 beds and 3 full ba’s. Contact - Jamie Mazuryk 518-929-4475 49 Sherwood Ave 15 yr young immaculate ranch home in the East Greenbush School District. Featuring hardwood floors throughout, and a full dry basement with endless possibilities. Home is a MUST SEE. Close to Regeneron. Contact - Chris McCabe 518-378-8756 12 Mockingbird Lane - Beautiful 4BR/1.1 BA Colonial tucked away nicely on over 5 private acres. Home is loaded with many updates and a Bonus Room on second floor. Country Living minutes from Albany and the Capital Region. Contact - David Romano 518-210-7464

12 Elsmere Ave Ext Only a few nearby homes and plenty of privacy. Just minutes from shopping. LARGE Rooms and detached 2 car garage. Beautiful hardwood floors. Handicap accessible bath and front entry ramp. Contact - Carmella Richards 518-928-6486

43 Orchard Ave - Original owner, built this home as a newlywed. Quiet convenient Albany location. Short stroll to CDTA and SUNYA bus lines. Well maintained. Beautiful hardwood floors. Basement oﬀers potential for excellent usable space. Contact - Carmella Richards - 518-928-6486 22 Toby Lane Gorgeous fully renovated ranch home situated on a private road. 5 acres in beautiful Slingerlands. 4-5 beds/ 3 full ba/ two 1/2 baths. 2 living rooms, laundry room, kitchen of your dreams. Contact - Jamie Mazuryk 518-929-4475

Our experienced agents can provide you with the resources you need to get your home ready to sell! 65 Red Fox Dr This 3br/1 bath ranch style home in the village of colonie is a must see. Many energy eﬃcient updates Features central air and hardwood floors throughout, full dry basement just waiting to be finished. Contact - Chris McCabe 518-378-8756

10 Ridgefield Way Better than new 12 yr old gem with upgrades galore in this meticulous North Colonie colonial. 1st fl and a 2nd fl master suite with gorgeous valley views. Finished basement with spacious rooms. Contact - Chris McCabe 518-378-8756

251 Brandle Road Charming 2 story on private lot , walking distance to village amenities! Updated throughout. 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with oversized family room with vaulted ceilings. Qualifies for USDA 100% financing! Contact - Leanne Royer 518-265-2203

116 Old Stage Rd Perfectly situated Colonial tucked away behind the tall trees offer privacy. 4 bed, 2.5 bath plus den/office. Master suite with walk in closet. 2 car attched garage plus 5 car heated detached garage! Contact - Leanne Royer 518-265-2203

12 Harmony Ct N Col schools, 3 beds, 2.2 baths, wonderful floor plan w/custom kitchen open to vaulted family rm. 1st flr office, formal living & dining rms. Finished walk-out basement w/additional family room. www.12HarmonyCt.com Contact Elizabeth M Hanley 518-461-6515

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1506 Berne Altamont Rd This classic bungalow has been remodeled from top to bottom. Bright, open first floor has beautiful fireplace in the living room, large dining room and updated kitchen complete with gorgeous original woodwork throughout. Contact - Kate Newbegin 518-330-4366

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Donna C. Kelly 2390 Western Avenue Guilderland, New York 12084

Lic. R.E. Salesperson Dkelly@cmfox.com Dkelly1101@aol.com Cell 518-368-4959 Office 518-861-7030

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You need an agent who: • Listens and understands your specific needs • Knows the local market • Communicates with you on a regular basis • Handles all the details • Gets you the best value whether you are buying or selling.

For honest & professional real estate assistance CALL Donna at 518-368-4959

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Luxury Single Family Home On 1.5 Secluded Acres

82 Fiddlers Lane, Loudonville

$585,000

this Amenity-rich 3,100 sq. ft. home Features: • Oversized Garage • Huge exterior Deck • 9’ Ceilings on 1st and 2nd ﬂoors • Hardwoods, Ceramic Tile, Granite • Soundprooﬁng from spray foam insulation and Everlast siding. • Private Keyhole Lot on 1.5 Secluded Acres

• North Colonie Schools • Crown Moldings and Oversized Trim Package Throughout • Full Downstairs Bathroom • Extra Large Mudroom • Huge Master Bedroom and Master Bath • Laundry and Bedrooms on 2nd Floor

Upgrades Available Upon Request. Buy Now and Choose Your Own Kitchen, Siding, Floors, Paint, etc.

• Open Floorplan with Many Windows for Natural Light on 1st Floor • 4 Bedroom, 3 Full Baths + Huge 12x25 Bonus Room - Possible addtl. Bedroom or Suite • Designed exclusively for this site, the windows of this exceptional home open to privacy.

For Complete Information Contact James Verseput (518) 859-6553 December

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Where Life Meets Living: summerset landing Proudly Presents Phase II

A unique opportunity to design your perfect living space. The builders at Summerset Landing present energy star homes that will delight your senses and at the same time be aﬀordable even for ﬁrst time homebuyers.

A Model Home is available for viewing.

Call 518-758-2802 for an appointment to view this limited opportunity. Only 10 lots being oﬀered for spring completion.

Our representatives and designers will engage with you, without pressure, to come up with the perfect solution to your housing needs. With homes built to suit your every need, you can create the home of your dreams. Summerset Landing in Stuyvesant is centrally located just outside of Kinderhook, 15 minutes to Hudson and 17 miles to Albany, and ¼ mile to the Hudson River. It is in the well-regarded Ichabod Crane school district and oﬀers a quiet rural setting.

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WARM & INVITING CONTEMPORARY

Evolving over the years from a small cape to a magnificent contemporary styled home with classic warmth, 2452 Hilltop Road represents the best of all worlds, indoors and out. Conveniently located near shopping and primary roadways and in a remarkably walkable neighborhood, this spacious home is ideal for both intimate gatherings and entertaining large groups.

FRONT COVER FEATURED HOME 2452 Hilltop Road, Niskayuna

$429,900

Walking in from the front door, you are greeted by a spacious foyer at the end of which is a fabulous open staircase to the second floor and floor to ceiling windows looking out to the extensive hardscaping and manicured lawn of the back yard. The foyer separates the living room with its vaulted ceiling from the family room, each with their own wood burning fireplaces and windows offering views to the yard while allowing wonderful light inside. Further to the left of the entry is a formal dining room with a large Zen like greenhouse window and a substantially sized, eat-in kitchen loaded with countertop and storage spaces. Forward of the kitchen is the first floor bedroom which doubles as a den/office and has abundant closet and built-in storage as well as a full bath. It also has its own entrance. Upstairs you’ll find a master bedroom suite with (no surprise) more built-ins, a great closet and exceptional bath. There are two additional bedrooms and a main bath. The laundry is in a closet off of the loft overlooking the staircase. Originally, this home was built by an engineer and with the concerns of the 1950’s, the first floor decking and basement were envisioned as a haven from a possible attack. Since then, the owners of this home have painstakingly designed additions that totally encompass the original home and have given it new life in a rather spectacular way. The current owners have carried this tradition forward by making alterations and improving the systems with only quality and a strict aesthetic in mind. Window treatments and the Plantation Shutters are recent additions and are included with the home.

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Recent Updates

• New Roof & Gutters • Garage Doors & Openers • Garage & Family Room Windows • Skylights • Hardwood Floors • Whole House Generator • 2 High Efficiency Furnaces & Central AC Systems • Electric Panel Update • Irrigation System • Extensive Patios & Sidewalks • Landscaping • Driveway • Most Appliances

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For more information on any of these houses, visit www.LifeandHomes.com and type in the QSN#

Albany

Open Market Listing Service™

$150,000

2 Sprague Pl

Colonie

$449,800

12 Harmony Ct

4 Unit / Investment

3 Bedrooms / 2.2 Baths

QSN #509470

QSN #509869

Howard Hanna Brian Brosen

C M Fox, LLC Elizabeth Hanley

Lic. R.E. Assoc. Broker

Lic. R.E. Associate Broker

518-489-1000

518-461-6515

brian@thecapitalteam.com

Bleecker

$110,000

630 Hohler Rd

bhanley@cmfox.com

Glens Falls

13 Marion Av

80 Acres Plus Cottage

5 Bedrooms / 2.0 Baths

QSN #512173

QSN #509684

ADK Realty MaryEllen Charles

Howard Hanna Julie Snyder

Lic. R.E. Broker

Lic. R.E. Salesperson

518-725-2357

518-260-6732

mel@adksrealty.com

Coeymans

$259,000

83 Main Street

juliesnyder@realtyusa.com

Mayfield

$69,900

425 Warren Rd

6 Family with separate utilities

3 Bedrooms / 2.0 Baths

QSN #498527

QSN #467232

Kearney Brown Realty Michael Brown Lic. R.E. Broker

Lic. R.E. Broker

518-470-4738

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Ruggiero Realty LLC Lana Ruggiero

518-858-1944

mkbrown111@msn.com

$174,900

lanaruggierorealty@gmail.com

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BARBARA B FERRO Associate Real Estate Broker

315-391-5600 (C) barbferro@aol.com

6868 E. Genesee Street, Fayetteville, NY 13066 315-373-0440 x 224 (O)

1 Community Drive, Tully, NY 13159

33,409 sq.ft. +/Approx 2 acres Built in 1975

INCOME OPPORTUNITY

$380,000

Unique commercial property with unlimited income potential for the enterprising business owner. Ten oďŹ&#x192;ces +/-, large conference room, 2 employee kitchenettes, 3 bathrooms, unlimited storage potential. Twelve garage bays; three buildings, the largest is 33,000 square feet, the storage building is 30 x 100, smallest building 40 x 36 for equipment storage. The building with 33,000 square feet is in excellent shape and there are 12 bays for holding and working on large equipment. Three mechanic cages, large parts room. Easy to heat due to use of used oil burning furnace. Conveniently located within one mile of interstate 81.

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over head hoists & Misc. equipment Included in sale of Building Bay #4: 1-90 degree rotating crane - 2 ton with hoist which swings from Bay #3 into welding area. Exhaust booth for welding area along with saw and rollers. Bay #5: 2-3 ton hoists for removing truck bodies and cabs, rail system covers 3-bay area (side to side). Bay #7: 1-3 ton hoist high lift in 14ft. high bay. Bay #9: at end of Bay #3 - 1-2 ton rail system. (No hoist)

Expansive Commercial Building for Sale

1 Clean-burn used oil furnace with 900 gallon capacity with spill containment. 1 Ingersoll-Rand air compressor for shop.

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NEW LISTING! $850,000

ADIRONDACK Colonial Borders State Land! $188,000

4BR/2.5BA Waterfront home and a thriving Restaurant! Expansive Home is Post and Beam style w/full finished basement! Swimming pool, huge garage w/open storage on either side.The Restaurant is a local favorite so you have instant Income! Don’t want a restaurant? Turn it into a Inn or Supreme Get away! Sportsman’s Paradise w/44 Lakes, Skiing, Snowmobiling and more! All Located across from 2000+ acres of State Land

70 Acres, 3-4BR/2BA Restored Home! Gleaming wood floors. Living room with fireplace. Lots to love! Inground pool. Trout stream borders the property! Owners anxious

NEW Listing! 80 Acres & Cozy Cottage $110,000

Perfect getaway! Oﬀ the Grid living on a very private Town maintained road! Generator or 12V Battery for Electric, Drilled Well. Nice large Parcel In the Adirondack Park!

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2730 Route 28, Old Forge, NY 13420

315-369-2136

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Third Lake Old Forge

$559,000

Private wooded Lakefront lot. 200’lakefront lot on 2nd lake. With 4 acres there’s plenty of room for your dream home. A must see!!

3rd Lake Ranch

$795,000

Tuttle Rd., Old Forge -Year around 4 bedroom ranch home, eat in kitchen beautiful fireplace with boathouse on 100’of lakefront. Features sun porch & walk out basement facing 3rd lake. Great for summer and winter sports!

Business Opp W/ Living Quarters Old Forge $895,000

Raquette Lake

$139,000

Inlet Barn

Big Moose

$235,000

Marine Dealership - 2730 Rt 28 - Business Opportunity with spacious living quarters. Old Forge Marine dealership & garage includes 2 offices, 50’X 100’store and garage on 180ft of road frontage on Rt 28. Garage has 3 overhead doors in back and 1 in front.

Woods Point - 2 Acre wooded Lakefront lot located on Raquette Lake! If you’re looking to get away from it all, this is the lot for you! Boat access only plot located on 150 ft of Lakefront! Don’t wait any longer for your own private retreat spot at the mouth of the Marion River!

Just Listed Raquette Lake

$475,000

3 bedroom seasonal home with loft on104’road access lakefront. Large living room / dining/ kitchen with 2 bathrooms on 1st floor. 1/2 drive in basement. National Grid power, well & septic sysem.

Long Lake

$59,000

6.2 AC wooded lot with small shed. Town water & under ground power. Possible owner financing.

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$129,000

A Big Red Barn adorns this property, 132 x 550 lot with a barn of a frame construction. 1st floor is 24x30. Property is located in Inlet.

3 story 8 bedroom lodge on 8.5 wooded acre lot. Features stream running into a private cement pond, large barn & att garage. Main house has large kitchen, dining room, living room with stone fireplace & family room. 2nd floor has 6 bedrooms & 2 baths. 3rd flr has 2 bdrms & bath.

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11 Forest St. (P.O. Box 1285) Gloversville NY 12078

39 W. Main St., Mayfield – Come see this wonderful village home, located just minutes from the Great Sacandaga Lake and the Adirondack Mountains! Brand new kitchen & appliances, new furnace, fresh paint throughout, recently sided & newer roof. Very spacious living area & 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths with laundry on the main ﬂoor. $169,900

2784 State Hwy 10, Caroga Lake– Winter

is beautiful in the Adirondack Mtns. and so is this contemporary on 20 acres and close to ski area, lakes, hiking, hunting & snowshoe trail. Every modern feature included plus an amazing floor to ceiling stone fireplace. 4 beds, 3 baths w/ master suite & laundry on first floor. $299,900

– Jump on this next to new colonial now and you’ll be in for the holidays! It’s a 2 yr. old with 4 bedrooms (including a master suite), 3 baths & laundry room, living room, dining room, eat in kitchen, den and family room on 2nd level. Spacious lower level means more room to expand! Lovely yard, deck and hot tub included! $299,900

110 Joann Way, Town of Florida

425 Warren Road, Town of Mayfield

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Having a hard time finding affordable living in the Mayfield area? Well take a look at this just reduced 3 bedroom, 2 bath double wide… sitting on an acre in a nice private setting. Lots of upgrades to systems including well, filtration system, flooring, kitchen appliances, counters and lighting. Very neat & clean! JUST $69,900

Investment Properties

51 E. Fulton St., Gloversville – 3 story plus full basement brick building, in a high trafﬁc area. This brick structure has so many possibilities! Call for a showing. REDUCED TO $48,500

13 E. Eighth Ave., Gloversville

Conveniently located 2 family, close to shopping, school, downtown. 3 beds 1st ﬂ, 2 beds 2nd. Off street parking, decent yard. Month to month tenants. $39,900

– Great investment or affordable owner occupied. Large kitchen, dining room & living room plus ½ bath on first floor. 4 bedrooms and full bath on 2nd floor. $38,900

58 Prospect Ave., Gloversville

This season, may you be blessed with laughter, peace, and love

Land For Sale Old State Rd. , Johnstown - 2 adjoining building lots being sold as one for lot with great visibility from State Hwy 30A! Level, with municipal a total of 6 acres with access from St Hwy 29 or Old State Rd. Close water…35,200 square feet of space. Owner will consider financing. to city amenities, NYS Thruway. $34,900 $95,000 306 Progress Rd, Town of Mayfield... Building lot in the Broadalbin-Perth Donje Lane, Town of Mayfield - 10 building lots available in a gorgeous School District with 150 ft. of frontage. Just 1 mile from St. Hwy. Adirondack setting. 1/2 acre to 1 1/2 acres with options to purchase 29, with easy access to Saratoga, NYS Thruway. Wonderful country setting…close to all amenities. $24,900 multiple lots. Starting at $19,900 N. Pine St., Town of Johnstown - Commercially zoned vacant building

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Opportunity

on 100 Scenic Acres

937 Allen Lake Road, Springﬁeld

Nestled just 11 miles North of Cooperstown, in picturesque Springfield, this spacious 5 bedroom, 3 full bath Colonial provides country peace and privacy with easy access to all the modern amenities for shopping, dining, sports and the arts in scenic downtown Cooperstown.

Designed from plans from the Old Sturbridge Village, this charming. 2800 sq. ft. cedar clapboard-sided home welcomes you with it’s warmth, comfort and stunning views of peaceful land and ponds. Imagine starting you mornings looking over the grounds from the comfort of your 35x10 enclosed sunporch. There are two fireplaces, a formal living room and a large den, plus a formal dining room and casual dining area; ideal memory making spaces for when family and friends gather.

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Included in the package are two horse barns with up to 10 stalls for boarding and breeding. The spacious upper loft of the barn could easily be used for hosting family parties, weddings or extra storage. This homestead is unique in that it is already set up for a Bed-& Breakfast business opportunity. Draw clients from Cooperstown Dreams Park or nearby Glimmer Glass Opera House. With 2 stocked ponds and abundant fields and woods, you could easily market the B&B as an ideal hunting and fishing destination. This home provides all the comforts to make it a place you never want to leave and even so more when entertaining. Large enough to have some “me “ time, but small enough to easily maintain. The affordable taxes are an added bonus.

$749,000

Tired of the city and ready to make your home in a safe and tranquil location? This property is a Must See. Give us a call and we’ll gladly give you a tour. Buyers Protected.

Asking $749,000 for the House, Barns, & 100 acres.

Lou Brookman

For Sale By Owner

315-858-3903 lfbrookman@aol.com

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The Capital Team at Howard Hanna

Brian Brosen & Reginald Monroe

Licensed Associate Real Estate Brokers

Proudly Serving the Community for 13 Years Brian Brosen

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8 Glenmore Drive, Colonie $293,000

2 Sprague Place , Albany $150,000

126 Berkshire Bvd., Albany $205,000

5 Hamm Way, Pittstown $229,900

231 State Hwy 334, Johnstown $210,000

284 County Hwy 38 East Worchester $39,900

Welcome home to this fantastic and well maintained colonial in a superb location. Home has newer furnace and central air ( Nov ‘14) along with an updated kitchen with new appliances and granite counters. A wonderful first floor office, formal dining room with french doors and a large, freshly painted back deck overlooking the peaceful back yard will be enjoyed for years to come. Nice master bedroom suite with walk in closet. Home has been well maintained, landscaped , newly sealed driveway.

A fantastic opportunity for either investment property or for an owner occupied home. Prime location near the NYS Ofﬁce campus, SUNY Albany and Suny Poly, along quick access to shopping/highways. Home has enclosed front porch, hardwood ﬂoors, newer windows and doors in the past 5 years. Plenty of off st parking, nice corner lot , detached 2 car garage( excluded from negotiation) and just under a third of an acre lot. Electric is separated

Fantastic stick built modular on a near acre lot (.96) that backs up to sweeping views of farm land. This 18 yr old home features an nice open ﬂoor plan, living room with pellet stove, spacious kitchen, and over 2000sf of living space. Home has full basement, built ins, a great 3 car garage and roof only 5 years old. Master bedroom suite with jetted tub,Central Air, off street parking for 10 or more, skylights, formal dining room, vinyl tilt in windows and lots of natural light.

Lic. R.E. Salesperson (518) 496-3429

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Opportunity time! This brownstone, steps from Washington Park has been approved by the city of Albany as a 4 unit building. Owner secured all approvals and did the years worth of meetings for you. Architect plans in place and demolition mostly completed before sale became needed. Plans for (2) 1 br units and (2) 2 bedroom units. Owner was embarking on a high end project with top of the line ﬁnishes when project had to be halted.

Beautifully maintained custom built home with log walls situated on a private 6.2 acre parcel. This home has a welcoming front porch, an amazing refinished back deck with above ground pool, made for entertaining or enjoying peaceful country evenings. Updated kitchen, formal dining room, and living room with great wood stove and stone accent wall. Home has hardwood floors, brand new carpets on second floor and superb walk out basement, including office/play space and work shop area. Brittonkill schools.

A great opportunity wrapped up in this wonderful older farmhouse situated on a great 1.79 acre lot. The home features front enclosed porch, spacious living room with hard wood floors, formal dining room, open kitchen with nice wood stove. The first floor also has a laundry room and full bath. The second floor has four bedrooms and maintains plenty of original character. The yard features a nice older barn, nice meadow and a stocked pond. Home is being sold “as is”.