# 178 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer, NY 12144 > **TL;DR:** commercial, $199,000 ($134/sqft), built 1960, 1,480 sqft. Est. $1,064/mo. Listed 116 days. ## Property at a Glance | Attribute | Value | |-----------|-------| | Price | $199,000 | | Price/sqft | $134 | | Square Feet | 1,480 | | Year Built | 1960 | | Lot Size | 6,534 sqft (0.15 acres) | | Property Type | Commercial (Other) | | Status | Pending | | Days on Market | 116 | ## Estimated Monthly Costs | Category | Amount | |----------|--------| | Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $1,006 | | Estimated Insurance | $58 | | **Total** | **$1,064** | ## Nearby Schools - **High:** Columbia ## Property Highlights - Built in 1960 - 0.15 acre lot - 11 parking spaces ## Description ### Agent Description Position your business for success at 178 Columbia Turnpike in East Greenbush, NY, located on one of the Capital Region's busiest commercial corridors with approximately 14,502 vehicles passing daily (AADT). This highly visible commercial property offers an outstanding opportunity for owner-operators, investors, or entrepreneurs seeking a move-in-ready automotive, contractor, or service business location. Situated on a 0.15-acre commercially zoned lot, the property features 1,480+/- square feet, including 758+/- square feet of fully remodeled office space, a 573+/- square foot two-bay service garage, and a 331+/- square foot storage area. The flexible layout is ideal for an auto repair shop, used car dealership, auto detailing business, tire shop, fleet service operation, or contractor headquarters for electrical, plumbing, HVAC, landscaping, or general contracting businesses. Built with durable block and vinyl siding, the building includes two grade-level overhead doors, electric heat, public water and sewer, and parking for up to 11 vehicles, providing convenient access for customers, employees, and service fleets. Excellent road frontage and high traffic counts deliver exceptional visibility, exposure, and signage opportunities to help grow your business. Whether you're expanding an existing company, relocating your operation, or starting a new venture, this versatile property provides the location, functionality, and flexibility today's businesses need. Building and land are included in the sale, making this a rare opportunity to own a well-maintained commercial garage and office property in the heart of East Greenbush with endless possibilities for automotive, contractor, retail, service, light commercial, or small business use. Don't miss this exceptional investment opportunity in a high-traffic commercial location. ## Location - **Address:** 178 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer, NY 12144 - **County:** Rensselaer - **Coordinates:** 42.618999, -73.734295 - **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=42.618999,-73.734295 ## Listing Agent - **Name:** Joseph P Cardinale · **License:** 10401290174 - **Brokerage:** Howard Hanna Real Estate Services - **Broker Phone:** (518) 348-7100 ## Photos ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 1](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f263958584r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 2](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f336447551r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 3](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f2094143466r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 4](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f3853987098r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 5](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f3106707938r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 6](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f2813655727r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 7](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f3650782037r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 8](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f3597060056r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 9](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f2973426789r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 10](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f1175538746r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 11](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f3744790976r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 12](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f3093503032r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 13](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f803522279r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 14](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f2622891164r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 15](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f3625435217r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 16](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f659038771r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 17](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f1506628176r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 18](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f1162618952r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 19](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f2418555678r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 20](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f3652490496r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 21](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f3402432960r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 22](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f2887391968r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 23](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f1281957508r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 24](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f836310712r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 25](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f3679526741r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 26](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f2858260365r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 27](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f1533474351r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 28](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f1224223023r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 29](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f3590461999r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 30](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f1712617019r.jpg) ![178 Columbia Turnpike - Photo 31](http://lh.rdcpix.com/231276a845ec08ee4f5cdeddd62ab7c2l-f1591906701r.jpg) --- **MLS#:** 202621219 | **Updated:** 2026-10-27 **Source:** listhub *Copyright © 2026 Global MLS, Inc. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.* [View on PropertySimple](https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/178-columbia-turnpike-rensselaer-ny-12144-e85dd3cea88f467a82e3c6161c7b4b2f) --- ## Structured Data ```json { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "RealEstateListing", "@id": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/178-columbia-turnpike-rensselaer-ny-12144-e85dd3cea88f467a82e3c6161c7b4b2f#listing", "url": "https://www.propertysimple.ai/listing/178-columbia-turnpike-rensselaer-ny-12144-e85dd3cea88f467a82e3c6161c7b4b2f", "name": "178 Columbia Turnpike, Rensselaer, NY 12144", "description": "Position your business for success at 178 Columbia Turnpike in East Greenbush, NY, located on one of the Capital Region's busiest commercial corridors with approximately 14,502 vehicles passing daily (AADT). 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