Montgomery County and Amsterdam City property record for 71 James St, Amsterdam, NY 12010
| Property Type | Duplex |
|---|---|
| Details | 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,408 sqft · built 1840 |
| Lot Size | 0.079 acres (3,450 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $81,000 (Aug 2023) |
| Tax Bill | $1,803 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Aug 2023 Sale Sep 2018 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 270100 56.9-2-44 |
| Primary APN | 270100 56.9-2-44 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 4 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,408 sqft Total Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 704 sqft |
| 2nd Floor Area | 704 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1840 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1840 |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Lot Area | 3,450 sqft (0.079 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 115 ft deep x 30 ft wide |
| Porch | Porch |
| Porch Area | 396 sqft |
| Heating System | HVAC |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 0183160 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 71 JAMES ST |
| City | AMSTERDAM |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 12010-5023 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Multi-Unit > Duplex |
| Local Zoning Code | 03 - MULTI |
| Legal Description | RES L 32 X 115 |
| Legal Block | 2 |
| Legal Lot Number | 44.000 |
| Jurisdiction | MONTGOMERY NY |
| Township / Civil Division | AMSTERDAM |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2002 |
| Census Tract | 70800 |
71 James St, a duplex, is owned by two individuals who bought it in August 2023.
Source: Montgomery County and Amsterdam City records, as of October 19, 2026
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 1107 FTELEY AVE, 1R, BRONX, NY 10472-4433 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Aug 18, 2023 | Warranty Deed, Transfer |
| Sep 12, 2018 | Grant Deed, Transfer |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Aug 18, 2023 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Aug 18, 2023 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Sep 12, 2018 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20232968 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MONTGOMERY NY |
| Recording Date | Aug 18, 2023 |
| Property Address | 71 JAMES ST, AMSTERDAM, NY 12010-5023 |
| Document Number | 0000000968 |
| Instrument Date | Jun 30, 2023 |
| Instrument | 2023-2968 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Sep 12, 2023 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Rounded by County |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 1107 FTELEY AVE, BRONX, NY 10472-4433 |
| Document Type | Grant Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | MONTGOMERY NY |
| Recording Date | Sep 12, 2018 |
| Property Address | 71 JAMES ST, AMSTERDAM, NY 12010-5023 |
| Document Number | 0000079918 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 21, 2018 |
| Instrument | 79918 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Oct 30, 2018 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $0.00 |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 7 CARNABY ST #C WAPPINGERS FALLS NY 125905107, C, WAPPINGERS FALLS, NY 12590-5107 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 71 James St was $1,803, up 139.4% from the year before.
Source: Montgomery County and Amsterdam City assessment roll, as of May 11, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| Municipality | Amsterdam City |
| County | Montgomery County |
| Unified School District | Amsterdam City School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,803.00 (+139.44%) | ||
| 2025 | $753.00 | $36,000 Land $2,600 Building $33,400 | $105,882 Land $7,647 Building $98,235 |
| 2023 | $36,000 (-) Land $2,600 Building $33,400 | $83,721 (+16.28%) Land $6,047 Building $77,674 | |
| 2022 | $36,000 Land $2,600 Building $33,400 | $72,000 Land $5,200 Building $66,800 | |
| 2020 | $654.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 71 James St in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective November 30, 2022
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 71 James St is low, with a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 80% of the US · above 54% of New York |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | Indirect within ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | AMSTERDAM (C) serves 20,700 people · EPA ID NY2800136 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Oct 2025 |
| Lead | 14 ppb (2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | Corrosion control Apr 2022 |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 594 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Spectrum Cable · Fiber in parts of the area | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| Starlink Satellite | 280 / 30 |
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