521 Mercer Street
Albany, NY 12208
$299,900
Character, charm, and an unbeatable Albany location come together at 521 Mercer Street! This spacious 4-bedroom, 2-full-bath home is anything but ordinary, offering the warmth and architectural personality that's hard to find in newer homes, all while providing modern comforts like central air conditioning.
Step inside to discover beautiful hardwood floors, classic details, spacious rooms, and character-filled living spaces with plenty of room to spread out. The flexible floor plan offers endless possibilities, whether you're entertaining, creating a dedicated home office, hosting guests, or simply looking for a home with room to grow.
Enjoy even more living space outdoors. Start your morning with coffee on the charming covered porch (both in front and back), then head out to your fully fenced backyard, a private outdoor space perfect for gardening, pets, entertaining, and relaxing.
Location is a standout here! Situated near Albany Medical Center, Washington Park, downtown Albany, restaurants, shopping, colleges, entertainment, public transportation, and major roadways, this centrally located Albany home puts the best of the city and Capital Region within easy reach.
If you've been searching for a spacious home with classic charm, and an exceptionally convenient location near Albany Medical Center, 521 Mercer Street deserves your attention. Come experience the character, space, and location that make this home truly special!
| Listing Id: | 202623897 |
|---|---|
| List Price: | $299,900 |
| Close Price: | $299,900 |
| Close Date: | 2026-10-07 |
| Property Type: | Residential |
| Property Sub Type: | Single Family Residence |
| Status: | Closed |
| Bedrooms Total: | 4 |
| Bathrooms Full: | 2 |
| Living Area: | 1,780 |
| Tax Annual Amount: | $5,949 |
| Lot Size Square Feet: | 3,484.8 |
| Lot Size Acres: | 0.08 |
| Architectural Style: | Traditional |
| Waterfront?: | No |
| City: | Albany |
| County Or Parish: | Albany |
| Subdivision Name: | Select One |
| Postal Code: | 12208 |
| Year Built: | 1920 |
| Appliances: | Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer |
| List Agent Full Name: | Kristen Shwen |
| Buyer Agent Full Name: | Melissa Matey |
| Cooling: | Central Air |
| Fireplaces Total: | 1 |
| Exterior Features: | None |
| Elementary School: | New Scotland Elementary |
| Lot Size Units: | Acres |
| Patio And Porch Features: | Front Porch, Rear Porch |
| Heating?: | Yes |
| Bathrooms Total Integer: | 2 |
| Cooling?: | Yes |
| Basement: | false |
| Basement: | Heated |
| State Or Province: | NY |
| Special Listing Conditions: | Standard |
| Utilities: | Cable Available |
| Sewer: | Public Sewer |
| Rooms Total: | 10 |
| Electric: | 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers |
| Fencing: | Back Yard |
| High School: | Albany |
| Laundry Features: | In Basement |
| Roof: | Slate |
| Lot Size Area: | 0.08 |
| Documents Change Timestamp: | 2026-08-13T11:21:27Z |
| Heating: | Natural Gas, Hot Water |
| Directions: | from Western Ave, R on Quail St, L on Mercer St, house is on the Left. |
| Fireplace Features: | Living Room |
| Flooring: | Hardwood |
| Listing Contract Date: | 2026-08-13 |
| Parcel Number: | 010100 76.21-1-13 |
| List Agent Key: | 20230414135508446900000000 |
| Construction Materials: | Vinyl Siding |
| Water Source: | Public |
| High School District: | Albany |
| Above Grade Finished Area: | 1,780.0 |
| Security Features: | Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s) |
| Buyer Agent Key: | 20211012220652534525000000 |
| Buyer Office Key: | 20211012202607255251000000 |
| Postal City: | Albany |
| Above Grade Finished Area Source: | Tax Bill |
| Property Condition: | Updated/Remodeled |
| Original List Price: | $320,000 |
| Entry Location: | First |
| Possession: | At Closing |
| Pending Timestamp: | 2026-09-10 |
| Below Grade Finished Area Source: | Tax Bill |
| Bathrooms Total Decimal: | $2.00 |
| Contract Information List Price Sq Ft: | $168.48 |
| Contract Information Sold Price Sq Ft: | $168.48 |
| Contract Information List Price Acres: | $3,748,750.00 |
| Contract Information Sold Price Acres: | $3,748,750.00 |
| Property Detail Rooms Total, Rooms Total: | $7.00 |
| Property Detail Parking Yn: | No |
| Property Detail Enhanced Accessible Yn2: | No |
| Parcel Tax Hoa Total Taxes Description: | Actual |
| Bath Levels Full Bath 1: | 2nd |
| Bath Levels Full Bath 2: | Basement |
| Rooms Full Bathroom Level: | Second |
| Rooms Bedroom Level: | Second |
| Rooms Dining Room Level: | First |
| Rooms Kitchen Level: | First |
| Rooms Living Room Level: | First |
| Property Detail Total Finished Area: | 1,780.0 |
| Levels: | Multi/Split |
| Approval Status: | Yes |
| Photos - the contractual owner of the photos Photo Owner: | Combination Ownership |
| Rooms: | Full Bathroom, Dining Room, Entry, Kitchen, Living Room, Bedroom |
| Attic Features: | Walk-Up |
| Dining Room Type: | Dining Area |
| Architectural Style: | Traditional |
| Fireplace?: | Yes |
| Exterior Features: | None |
Listing Courtesy of: Miranda Real Estate Group Inc
Listing Agent: Kristen Shwen
307-214-9458
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Data last updated October 08, 2026 05:02 PM - ET.
Property Last Updated: October 08, 2026 05:02 PM - ET
