2540 Putnam Street
Schenectady, NY 12304
$295,000
Welcome to 2540 Putnam Street in Schenectady, a well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offering comfort, efficiency, and room to grow. From the moment you arrive, you'll appreciate the home's attractive curb appeal, fenced backyard, and thoughtful updates throughout.
Inside, beautiful hardwood floors flow through much of the home, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The recently renovated bathroom offers modern style and convenience, while the spacious living and dining areas provide comfortable spaces for everyday living and entertaining. Central air conditioning helps keep the home comfortable.
Step outside to enjoy the private, fully fenced backyard featuring a low-maintenance Trex deck and a 4-person hot tub--perfect for relaxing or hosting family and friends. Energy-conscious buyers will appreciate the owned solar panels and whole-house generator, providing both savings and peace of mind.
The full basement offers abundant storage and workshop space, while the expansive second-floor attic presents exciting possibilities for future expansion. Whether you're envisioning a bonus room, home office, hobby space, or potential primary suite, this area provides excellent flexibility to suit your needs.
Conveniently located close to shopping, dining, schools, and major commuter routes, this move-in-ready home combines practical amenities, energy efficiency, and future potential in one appealing package.
| Listing Id: | 202617634 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $289,900 |
| Close Price: | $295,000 |
| Close Date: | 2026-08-27 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Status: | Closed |
| Bedrooms Total: | 3 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 1 |
| Living Area: | 1,162 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $5,494 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 6,534.0 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.15 |
| Architectural Style: | Cape Cod |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | Schenectady |
| County Or Parish: | Schenectady |
| Subdivision Name: | Select One |
| Postal Code: | 12304 |
| Year Built: | 1945 |
| Appliances: | Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dishwasher, Dryer |
| List Agent Full Name: | Alene Call |
| Buyer Agent Full Name: | David Ryan |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Exterior Features: | Drive-Paved, Storm Door(s) |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Composite Deck |
| Window Features: | Insulated Windows |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 1 |
| Cooling?: | Yes |
| Basement: | true |
| Basement: | Unfinished, Full |
| State Or Province: | NY |
| Lot Features: | Level |
| Special Listing Conditions: | Standard |
| Foundation Details: | Block |
| Utilities: | Cable Connected |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Rooms Total: | 7 |
| Electric: | 200+ Amp Service |
| Fencing: | Back Yard |
| High School: | Schenectady |
| Laundry Features: | In Basement |
| Roof: | Asphalt, Shingle |
| Lot Size Area: | 0.15 |
| Parking Features: | Attached, Paved, Driveway, Garage |
| Zoning: | Single Residence |
| Documents Change Timestamp: | 2026-06-17T13:13:47Z |
| Heating: | Natural Gas |
| Attached Garage?: | Yes |
| Directions: | I-90 west to exit I-890 west. Take exit 7 off of 890 and continue onto NY-7E/Crosstown Connection towards Troy. Turn right onto Consaul Rd., take another right onto Alexander Street and then a left onto Putnam Street. House is on the left. |
| Flooring: | Carpet, Laminate, Hardwood |
| Garage Spaces: | 1.0 |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-06-16 |
| Parcel Number: | 421500 60.22-3-5 |
| List Agent Key: | 20260406190010738688000000 |
| Construction Materials: | Vinyl Siding |
| Parking Total: | 3 |
| Water Source: | Public |
| High School District: | Schenectady |
| Above Grade Finished Area: | 1,162.0 |
| Security Features: | Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s) |
| Other Equipment: | None |
| Buyer Agent Key: | 20211012215730552742000000 |
| Buyer Office Key: | 20211012214045979211000000 |
| Postal City: | Schenectady |
| Other Structures: | None |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source: | CRS |
| Original List Price: | $289,900 |
| Possession: | At Closing |
| Tax Assessed Value: | $108,100 |
| Garage?: | Yes |
| Pending Timestamp: | 2026-07-13 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source: | CRS |
| Bathrooms Total Decimal: | $1.00 |
| Contract Information List Price Sq Ft: | $249.48 |
| Contract Information Sold Price Sq Ft: | $253.87 |
| Contract Information List Price Acres: | $1,932,666.67 |
| Contract Information Sold Price Acres: | $1,966,666.67 |
| Property Detail Rooms Total, Rooms Total: | $6.00 |
| Property Detail Parking Yn: | Yes |
| Property Detail Enhanced Accessible Yn2: | No |
| Parcel Tax Hoa Total Taxes Description: | Actual |
| Financial Details Full Market Assessment: | 179,003 |
| Financial Details General Taxes: | $3,339.93 |
| Financial Details General Taxes Description: | Actual |
| Financial Details School Taxes: | $2,155.00 |
| Financial Details School Taxes Description: | Actual |
| Bath Levels Full Bath 1: | 1st |
| Rooms Full Bathroom Level: | First |
| Rooms Bedroom Level: | First |
| Rooms Family Room Level: | First |
| Rooms Kitchen Level: | First |
| Rooms Living Room Level: | First |
| Property Detail Total Finished Area: | 1,162.0 |
| Levels: | One |
| Approval Status: | Yes |
| Photos - the contractual owner of the photos Photo Owner: | Photographer |
| Rooms: | Family Room, Full Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room, Bedroom |
| Attic Features: | Storage, Unfinished Bonus Room, Walk-Up |
| Dining Room Type: | Formal Dining Room |
| Kitchen Features: | Eat-in Kitchen |
| Architectural Style: | Cape Cod |
| Exterior Features: | Drive-Paved, Storm Door(s) |
Listing Courtesy of: Country Views Realty Inc
Listing Agent: Alene Call
518-331-5382
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Data last updated October 08, 2026 05:02 PM - ET.
Property Last Updated: October 08, 2026 05:02 PM - ET
