1413 Albany Ave, Kinderhook, NY

Name: 1413 Albany Ave, Other in Kinderhook - eXp Realty
Brand: Gilcrest Properties
SKU: 20260938
Price: 599900 USD

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Listed price in listed location currency (USD).

$599,900

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MLS® 20260938

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Key Facts

Type Single Family Residence

Levels Residential

Size 1776 sqft

Garage Yes

Taxes $11,394

Days Active 47

Lot Size

Approx. Age 1847

Avg. Price Per Sqft $337

MLS® Number 20260938

Property Address: 1413 Albany Ave, Kinderhook, NY, 12106

Average square foot calculated using Size range provided by listing agent.

Description

This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home in the heart of Valatie carries with it one of the Hudson Valley's most fascinating stories. The home was built using salvaged timbers from the legendary steamboat The Swallow, which met its dramatic end on a winter's night in 1845. The Swallow was considered one of the fastest vessels on the Hudson River, capable of reaching speeds near 17 miles per hour. On a dark winter night in 1845, during a snowstorm with gale-force winds, the vessel struck a rocky outcropping near Athens known today as Swallow Rock. The impact was catastrophic--the bow reportedly pitched nearly 30 feet into the air before the ship split in two and caught fire. Around 200 passengers were rescued by nearby steamboats, but the tragedy still claimed several lives. Following the wreck, the ship's machinery was salvaged, and the wooden hull was purchased by a local resident, Ira Buckman, who hauled the timbers roughly seven miles inland and used them to construct this very home at 1413 Albany Ave. --giving the property a rare and tangible connection to Hudson River history. Part of the ship's mast is the center of the stairwell. Today, the home blends that remarkable past with modern comfort. Located in the village center, it is walkable to restaurants, shops, and the library. Recent improvements include new split units providing both heat and air conditioning, along with four-year-old solar panels for the climate-conscious buyer. Inside you'll find a propane fireplace in the dining room and a second fireplace in the basement, offering warm gathering spaces year-round. A large mudroom is perfect for winter boots and coats, while the home has been lovingly and thoughtfully maintained. Outside, a beautiful covered front sitting porch welcomes you home, while the completely fenced-in backyard offers privacy and room to relax or entertain. A bluestone patio provides the perfect setting for outdoor dining on summer evenings. A rare opportunity to own not just a home, but a piece of Hudson Valley history in one of Columbia County's most charming villages.

MLS® Number20260938

Laundry LevelMain

Central VacNo

FireplaceNo

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GarageYes

Approx. Age1847

BasementFull, Unfinished

DrivewayGarage Faces Front, Driveway

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Mar 12, 2026List Date

$599,900List Price

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