Our November 2024 property sales cycle is now open. In order to be considered, all purchase applications submitted by email must be received NO LATER THAN TUESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2024 BY 2:00 PM. It is the policy of the Land Bank that all prospective buyers are required to physically view buildings prior to making a purchase offer. To book a showing with us, please book an appointment below.
We encourage applicants to find a realtor who is able to assist them in accessing properties outside our availability. Please note, the submission of your application will prompt it to move forward through our process within 90 days.
Important information about property sales
The November 2024 property sales list is listed below. Purchase applications for the properties listed must be submitted digitally (via email to applications@albanycountylandbank.org) or USPS:
Albany County Land Bank Corporation
111 Washington Avenue, Suite 601
Albany, New York 12210
Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit complete applications digitally via email. It is the sole responsibility of the applicant to ensure applications are received by the submission deadline. The Land Bank is not responsible for any applications that are not received due to delayed mail delivery or technical issues related to fax or email submission. Applicants may contact the Land Bank’s office at (518) 407-0309 to confirm receipt of an application.
A complete application must include:
Signed certifications (purchaser, terms and conditions, enforcement mortgage, property viewing requirements)
Background check authorization
Estimated timeline and cost estimate for project
Copy of government issued photo identification for all applicants
Most recent U.S. federal income tax filing
Bank statement, loan pre-qualification letter, letter of credit, and/or funding commitment letter
Processing Fee ($50 per applicant or partner) paid via check or money order made payable to Albany County Land Bank Corporation
All applications must be submitted as a fully legible .pdf and if handwritten, must be a scanned original photocopy sent through email. If submitting your application by mail, the original copy of the application is required. Failure to abide by these requirements may result in the rejection of your application.
Please Note: Eligible vacant lots for the Lots for Less Program are accepted on a rolling basis. For a list of eligible Lots for Less properties and additional eligibility requirements, please visit www.albanycountylandbank.org/lotsforless.
As of September 1, 2024, once featured, all land for sale is available in each sales cycle.
Featured Buildings for Sale
48 Second Avenue, City of Albany. (Offered exclusively through Greenwood Realty Group.)
Cluster Development Opportunity
These two properties are being offered together as a development opportunity. The original deadline for September has been extended. Applications must be received by 2:00 p.m. on October 8, 2024.