80 W High Street, Ballston, NY 12020 (MLS# 20254223)
$550,000
Ballston, NY 12020
MLS# 20254223
Status: Closed
4 beds | 3 baths | 3362 sqft

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Property Description
Welcome to Elm & Easel — a distinguished Late Federal-style townhouse accented by a graceful Colonial Revival porch, built in 1845 and cherished by artists for more than half a century. Standing proudly on a corner lot in the heart of Ballston Spa's historic district, this residence offers the quiet beauty of a classic home blended with the vibrant rhythm of village life. Stroll to cafés, galleries, and boutiques along tree-lined streets, or simply savor the architectural character of one of New York's most charming small towns. Life here means morning walks for coffee, afternoons exploring antique shops, and evenings on your wide front porch, a timeless space for watching the neighborhood pass by. Inside, the home reveals its artistic soul: soaring ceilings, oversized windows, finely preserved millwork, and dramatic floor-to-ceiling gilded mirrors that reflect the elegance of the 19th century. Both the family room and living room feature wood-burning fireplaces, creating warm, inviting spaces for gatherings or quiet evenings. The kitchen is the true centerpiece — a chef's delight outfitted with a Vulcan-Hart 6-burner gas restaurant range beneath a custom black hood, complemented by a large island with stainless sink and under-cabinet lighting for modern function. Across from the range, floor-to-ceiling built-in shelving adds both rustic charm and historic character, balancing the kitchen's contemporary upgrades with its timeless soul. A pantry with laundry facilities adds clever convenience while preserving the home's historic flow. Also on the main level, a versatile space functions as a first-floor office or optional bedroom, complete with a full bathroom, ideal for those seeking a main-level bedroom option. From the kitchen, step out onto the back porch, where mornings bring the quiet company of songbirds and evenings invite visits from neighborhood wildlife; a peaceful retreat just steps from the heart of the village. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms and an office with walk-up attic access and deep closets in most rooms. One bedroom features its own fireplace, adding charm and warmth, while the primary suite includes an ensuite with a classic clawfoot tub. A second full bathroom has been updated with a stand-up shower and built-in storage, blending modern convenience with historic character. Thoughtful restorations, from repointed chimneys and brickwork to fresh exterior paint, a renewed driveway, and reinforced foundation, ensure this nearly 180-year-old home endures for generations to come. Accessibility upgrades, including a vertical platform lift in the garage, a front door ramp, and a stair lift off the kitchen, make the home welcoming to all. Adding to its appeal, Elm & Easel is exceptionally well-situated: just 15 minutes to the Saratoga Springs Amtrak station (with direct service to New York City), 3 hours by car to Manhattan for those seeking a historic village retreat with quick city access. More than an address — it is a piece of Ballston Spa's story, a canvas of history and art, and a rare opportunity to live where heritage and village life meet.
Details
Contract Information
Listing Agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Owner Name: Spaziani
Occupant Type: Owner
Lease Considered YN: No
Current Price: $550,000
Original List Price: 649990
Sold Price: $550,000
Status: Closed
Listing Contract Date: 2025-09-09
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Location, Tax, and Legal
911 Address: 80 West High St., Ballston Spa NY
Township: Other
School District: Ballston Spa Central School District
General Tax: 371.79
School Tax: 3800.86
Tax Annual Amount: 4200
Assessors Full Market Value: 344298
Tax Assessed Value: 208300
Tax Legal Description: .
Parcel Number: 414201 216.39-3-10
Tax Lot: 10
Tax Block: 3
Tax Exemptions YN: Yes
Zoning: res
Directions: North on US-9N Towards Albany Saratoga Speedway, Left onto E Hight St. House on corner of W. High and Court st.
General Property Information
Rooms Total: 12
Bathrooms Half: 0
Above Grade Finished Area: 3362
Below Grade Finished Area: 0
Lot Size Acres: 0.25
Accessibility Features YN: Yes
New Construction YN: No
Garage YN: Yes
Attached Garage YN: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Sign On Property YN: Yes
Basement YN: Yes
Fireplace YN: Yes
Fireplaces Total: 3
List Price/SqFt: 175.19
Sold Price/SqFt: 163.59
Bedrooms Total: 4
Bathrooms Total: 3
Bathrooms Full: 3
Living Area: 3362
Year Built: 1845
Remarks and Miscellaneous
Public Remarks: Welcome to Elm & Easel — a distinguished Late Federal-style townhouse accented by a graceful Colonial Revival porch, built in 1845 and cherished by artists for more than half a century. Standing proudly on a corner lot in the heart of Ballston Spa's historic district, this residence offers the quiet beauty of a classic home blended with the vibrant rhythm of village life.
Stroll to cafés, galleries, and boutiques along tree-lined streets, or simply savor the architectural character of one of New York's most charming small towns. Life here means morning walks for coffee, afternoons exploring antique shops, and evenings on your wide front porch, a timeless space for watching the neighborhood pass by.
Inside, the home reveals its artistic soul: soaring ceilings, oversized windows, finely preserved millwork, and dramatic floor-to-ceiling gilded mirrors that reflect the elegance of the 19th century. Both the family room and living room feature wood-burning fireplaces, creating warm, inviting spaces for gatherings or quiet evenings.
The kitchen is the true centerpiece — a chef's delight outfitted with a Vulcan-Hart 6-burner gas restaurant range beneath a custom black hood, complemented by a large island with stainless sink and under-cabinet lighting for modern function. Across from the range, floor-to-ceiling built-in shelving adds both rustic charm and historic character, balancing the kitchen's contemporary upgrades with its timeless soul. A pantry with laundry facilities adds clever convenience while preserving the home's historic flow.
Also on the main level, a versatile space functions as a first-floor office or optional bedroom, complete with a full bathroom, ideal for those seeking a main-level bedroom option. From the kitchen, step out onto the back porch, where mornings bring the quiet company of songbirds and evenings invite visits from neighborhood wildlife; a peaceful retreat just steps from the heart of the village.
Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms and an office with walk-up attic access and deep closets in most rooms. One bedroom features its own fireplace, adding charm and warmth, while the primary suite includes an ensuite with a classic clawfoot tub. A second full bathroom has been updated with a stand-up shower and built-in storage, blending modern convenience with historic character.
Thoughtful restorations, from repointed chimneys and brickwork to fresh exterior paint, a renewed driveway, and reinforced foundation, ensure this nearly 180-year-old home endures for generations to come. Accessibility upgrades, including a vertical platform lift in the garage, a front door ramp, and a stair lift off the kitchen, make the home welcoming to all.
Adding to its appeal, Elm & Easel is exceptionally well-situated: just 15 minutes to the Saratoga Springs Amtrak station (with direct service to New York City), 3 hours by car to Manhattan for those seeking a historic village retreat with quick city access. More than an address — it is a piece of Ballston Spa's story, a canvas of history and art, and a rare opportunity to live where heritage and village life meet.
Status Change Information
Status Change Timestamp: 2026-02-10
Buyer Financing: Conventional
Major Change Timestamp: 2026-02-10T14:53:32Z
Major Change Type: Status Change
Price Change Timestamp: 2025-10-10T22:19:45Z
Purchase Contract Date: 2025-12-18
Close Date: 2026-02-09
Close Price: 550000
Accessibility Features
Exterior Wheelchair Lift: 1
Stair Lift: 1
Appliances
Exhaust Fan: 1
Gas Oven: 1
Range Hood: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Washer/Dryer: 1
Architectural Style
Other: 1
Attic Features
Floored: 1
Permanent Stairs: 1
Unfinished: 1
Basement
Concrete: 1
Full: 1
Interior Entry: 1
Storage Space: 1
Book Information
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Construction Materials
Brick: 1
Electric
200+ Amp Service: 1
Fireplace Features
Bedroom: 1
Family Room: 1
Living Room: 1
Wood Burning: 1
Flooring
Carpet: 1
Hardwood: 1
Heating
Hot Water: 1
Natural Gas: 1
Radiant: 1
Interior Features
Built-in Features: 1
Crown Molding: 1
Eat-in Kitchen: 1
Entrance Foyer: 1
Granite Counters: 1
High Ceilings: 1
Kitchen Island: 1
Natural Woodwork: 1
Pantry: 1
See Remarks: 1
Laundry Features
Laundry Room: 1
Main Level: 1
Lot Features
Corner Lot: 1
Other Structures
Garage(s): 1
Parking Features
Driveway: 1
Garage Faces Front: 1
Off Street: 1
Paved: 1
Patio And Porch Features
Covered: 1
Deck: 1
Front Porch: 1
Security Features
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s): 1
Smoke Detector(s): 1
Sewer
Public Sewer: 1
Water Source
Public: 1
Showing Requirements
Listing Agent Must Accompany: 1
Room Types
Bathroom: 1
Bathroom Level: First
Bedroom: 1
Dining Room: 1
Dining Room Level: First
Family Room: 1
Family Room Level: First
Kitchen: 1
Kitchen Level: First
Laundry: 1
Laundry Level: First
Living Room: 1
Living Room Level: First
Office: 1
Office Level: First
Primary Bathroom: 1
Primary Bedroom: 1
Primary Bedroom Level: Second
Other Room: 1
Other Room Level: First
Location Tax and Legal
Street Number: 80
Street Direction Prefix: W
Street Name: High
Street Suffix: Street
County: Saratoga
State: NY
Zip Code: 12020
Town (Taxable): Ballston Spa
Property Features
Accessibility Features: Exterior Wheelchair Lift; Stair Lift
Appliances: Exhaust Fan; Gas Oven; Range Hood; Refrigerator; Washer/Dryer
Architectural Style: Other
Attic Features: Floored; Permanent Stairs; Unfinished
Basement: Concrete; Full; Interior Entry; Storage Space
Construction Materials: Brick
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Fireplace Features: Bedroom; Family Room; Living Room; Wood Burning
Flooring: Carpet; Hardwood
Heating: Hot Water; Natural Gas; Radiant
Interior Features: Built-in Features; Crown Molding; Eat-in Kitchen; Entrance Foyer; Granite Counters; High Ceilings; Kitchen Island; Natural Woodwork; Pantry; See Remarks
Laundry Features: Laundry Room; Main Level
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Parking Features: Driveway; Garage Faces Front; Off Street; Paved
Patio And Porch Features: Covered; Deck; Front Porch
Security Features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s); Smoke Detector(s)
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Showing Requirements: Listing Agent Must Accompany
Room Types: Bathroom; Bedroom; Dining Room; Family Room; Kitchen; Laundry; Living Room; Office; Primary Bathroom; Primary Bedroom; Other Room
Room Information
| Room Name | Level | Remarks |
| Other Room | First | Foyer |
| Living Room | First | |
| Family Room | First | |
| Kitchen | First | |
| Dining Room | First | |
| Laundry | First | Laumdry/Pantry |
| Office | First | |
| Bathroom | First | |
| Primary Bedroom | Second | |
| Bedroom | Second | |
| Bedroom | Second | |
| Bedroom | Second | |
| Office | Second | |
| Primary Bathroom | Second | |
| Bathroom | Second |
Listing Courtesy of Four Seasons Sotheby's Int.
Listing Agent: Heather Etzel
