5 Beds
2½ Baths
4,006 Sqft
1.30 Acres
2 Garages

Don't miss an opportunity to own one of the most stately and desirable properties in the historic and charming Village of Kinderhook, the former hometown of Martin Van Buren, the Eighth President of the United States. Tucked in the center of the historic district, steps from the Village Square, sits a grand early Nineteenth Century colonial, on 1.3 private acres, which harkens back to a bygone era. The eighteen room home's distinctive features include a large front porch, nine over six windows, seven mantels, period moldings, vintage hardware, soaring ceilings, shiplap, built-in cabinets and bookshelves, and beautifully refinished classic wood floors. The owners have maintained the historic character of the home while updating the kitchen and baths to provide functionality and modern conveniences. The first floor is ideal for entertaining. Enter through the original eight panel front door to find the center hall complete with refinished narrow wood floors and a classic staircase with newel post. To the left of the entry hall is a huge parlor with large windows, hardwood floors, and beautiful woodwork. The hardwood floors, woodwork, and large windows continue into the adjacent formal dining room with original crystal chandelier. To the right of the entry hall is another large room with narrow board floors, vintage woodwork, and large windows, including a splendid bay window which floods the room with light. An impressive gathering room with architectural details, wide board floors and a crystal chandelier anchor the space at the rear of the entry hall. Also on the first floor is an eat in kitchen with vintage coffered ceiling, large pantry with hoosier and open shelving, full laundry room with farm sink, half bath with classic tile floor, a spacious bedroom with period lighting and wide board floors, a separate dressing room with built-in cabinet, a mudroom, a heated screen porch, and an office with separate entrance. The second floor contains an immense primary bedroom with double closets, two additional large bedrooms with large closets, and an ensuite bedroom with separate dressing room with vanity. A bath with a marble floor, updated shower, and period vanity service the three front bedrooms. The ensuite bedroom is serviced by a private bath with a marble floor, shower, and soaking tub. The ensuite can also be accessed by a private back staircase. There is an attic for ample storage, and a two-story mortise and tendon barn suitable for a workshop, additional storage or as a two-car garage. The private lot consists of 1.3 grassy acres of flat land with gardens, shade trees, and lots of wide-open spaces. There is ample room for a pool. The property is convenient to Hudson, Chatham, Albany, Troy, the Catskill Mountains and the Berkshires and easily accessible by car or train to New York City and Boston. It is a short stroll to restaurants, coffee shops, a seasonal farmer's market, the post office, churches, art galleries, shops, parks, a museum, a garden center, an orchard, a yoga studio, the Kinderhook Creek boat launch, the Hudson River Valley Greenway, and all of the wonderful activities, concerts and events that make the Village of Kinderhook such a special place. Seize the opportunity to own a truly special property in a truly unique place before it is too late. Call to make an appointment for a private showing.

Facts & Features
MLS® # 20262870
Price $1,250,000
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 2.50
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Square Footage 4,006
Acres 1.30
Year Built 1860
Type Residential
Sub-Type Single Family Residence
Style Traditional
Status Active
MLS ucbr
Community Information
Address 24 Albany Avenue
Area Kinderhook
City Kinderhook
County Columbia
State NY
Zip Code 12106
Amenities
Utilities Cable Available, Cable Connected, Electricity Available, Electricity Connected, Phone Available, Phone Connected, Water Available, Water Connected
Parking Asphalt, Driveway
# of Garages 2
Is Waterfront No
Interior
Interior Features Built-in Features, Bookcases, Chandelier, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, High Ceilings, Dual Closets, High Speed Internet, Pantry, 3 Seasons Room, Recreation Room
Appliances Built-In Electric Range, Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Electric Oven, ENERGY STAR Qualified Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Ice Maker, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked
Heating Hot Water
Cooling ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment, Multi Units, See Remarks
Has Basement Yes
Basement Partial
Fireplace No
Stories Bi-Level
Exterior
Exterior Attic/Crawl Hatchway(s) Insulated, Frame, Foam Insulation, Spray Foam Insulation, Stone, Wood Siding
Lot Description Front Yard, Garden, Interior Lot, Many Trees
Roof Asphalt
Construction Attic/Crawl Hatchway(s) Insulated, Frame, Foam Insulation, Spray Foam Insulation, Stone, Wood Siding
Foundation See Remarks, Stone
School Information
District Ichabod Crane
Additional Information
Date Listed June 2nd, 2026
Days on Market 95
Zoning 02
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No
Listing Details
Listing Courtesy of Four Seasons Sotheby's Int.
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