The Bonnie Sindel Team - Coldwell Banker Prime Properties

09/03/2026

Small Home Problems to Address Before the Season Changes
A loose gutter or a drafty window rarely feels urgent, not until the temperature drops and small issues turn into a real repair bill. Walking through your property with a critical eye before the season turns can save you time, money, and a fair amount of frustration later on.
Check What's Happening...

A few small maintenance tasks now can prevent costly repairs down the road. Here's what to check around your home, inside and out, before the season changes.

08/29/2026

OPEN HOUSE Sunday 8/30 from 12:00PM - 2:00 PM!
This completely renovated and thoughtfully expanded Craftsman-style year-round home offers charm, character, and a relaxed lifestyle just steps from private Sunset Beach.

✨ Beautiful custom kitchen with quartz countertops
✨ Expansive wraparound deck with a glimpse of the lake
✨ Cozy family room with gas stove & access to the patio
✨ Separate guest house with half bath + outdoor shower
✨ Workshop + additional storage building
✨ New septic system
✨ Golf cart included for easy trips to the beach!

Enjoy the peaceful atmosphere of private Galway Lake, where electric pontoons, sailboats, kayaks and paddleboards set the pace. And when you want a little more activity, Saratoga Springs is just a short drive away.

🌊 Come tour the home and imagine living at the lake!

Listed for $575,000

08/27/2026

✨Just Listed ✨
48 Victoria Ct.
Niskayuna, NY

Offered at $725,000

08/26/2026

1 Milan Court
Niskayuna, NY

Listed for $850,000

08/20/2026

Ways to Make Small Bathrooms Feel Larger
Small bathrooms tend to feel restrictive, but there's no need to break the bank to fix that. A few simple tweaks to lighting, color, and storage can make a real difference in how big a bathroom feels, and none of it requires a major renovation.
Let Light In (And Out!)
Bathrooms that are underlit tend...

Bounded by a small space? Add some layered lighting, a larger mirror, and smarter storage to make your bathroom feel almost twice as big without a full renovation.

08/20/2026

JUST LISTED! Impeccably maintained and filled with natural light, this Colonial with a classic brick façade offers 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a bright, inviting layout in a quiet neighborhood within the award-winning Niskayuna School District. The spacious eat-in kitchen features cherry cabinetry, a newer refrigerator and electric range, and adjoins the family room with a wet bar and cozy gas fireplace--creating a comfortable flow for everyday living and entertaining. Sliding glass doors lead to the 12' x 17' Trex deck and a spacious yard with a private feel, surrounded by mature landscaping. A large formal dining room is enhanced by crown and picture-frame moldings, while hardwood floors and neutral décor add to the home's warm, move-in-ready appeal. A versatile first-floor office can easily serve as a guest room, with a convenient first-floor full bath and laundry room nearby. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features a walk-in closet, along with three additional bedrooms. The basement provides tremendous storage and plenty of open space for workout equipment, table tennis, hobbies, or recreation. Thoughtful improvements include a new roof (Fall 2024), new electric range (November 2024), new driveway (Fall 2025), and Trex deck, overhead garage door, (2023) and stainless steel refrigerator (2025). Meticulously maintained inside and out, this wonderful home offers an ideal combination of space, comfort, privacy, and significant recent updates. List Price $725,000

08/20/2026

Looking for one floor living in Niskayuna? This ranch style home just hit the market and is ready and waiting for it's new owners! I will be hosting an OPEN HOUSE on Saturday 8/22 from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM!

OFFICIAL LISTING website. 39 Schwaber Drive, Niskayuna, NY 12309, 1758 square foot, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, asking price of $525,000, MLS ID 202624220

08/18/2026

What Buyers Should Know About Property Boundaries
You might assume the fence marks the edge of your property. In many cases, it doesn't, and that gap between what you see and what the survey shows is where boundary disputes start. Before you fall in love with a lot size or a mature tree line, it's worth understanding what actually sets the edge of a...

Property lines aren't always where you think they are. Here's what buyers should check before closing so a boundary question never turns into a costly surprise.

08/16/2026

What to Repair Before Listing Your House
Making a home ready to be listed for sale isn't always a matter of large-scale improvements. It is, more often than not, a matter of a few key repairs that will make all the difference, while a handful of less important fixes will wait. Here's how to determine which is which.
Begin With What Turns Off...

Before listing, a few repairs can help you attract more buyers, get them to pay your asking price, and save you the headache of last-minute negotiations.

08/14/2026

Beautiful Tudor style home just listed in Niskayuna! Stop by and visit me at the Open House on Sunday 8/16 from 12:00-2:00 PM!