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$199,900

242 Ideal St Buffalo, NY 14206

6 beds
2 full
1,672 sqft
0.08 acres
$120 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 242 Ideal St

Investors' special!! Tenant-occupied two-family house featuring 6 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms located in the city's Lovejoy area. Long-term tenants who pay on time would like to stay. Showings are subject to tenants' approval; they need at least 48 hours' notice.All information is deemed reliable but not guaranteed.

Highlights

Home typeMulti Family
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusActive
Size1,672 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.0792 Acres
Year built1900
ParkingConcrete
MLS #B1602789

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
  • Total Bedroom Count: 6
  • Parking: Concrete
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • List Price: $199,900
  • Price/SqFt: $119
  • Annual Tax Amount: $296
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: East Lovejoy to Ideal St
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,672 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.0792 Acres
  • MLS Number: B1602789
  • MLS Name: NYS
  • Office Name: Keller Williams Realty WNY
  • Office Phone: (585) 689-1726
  • Listing Agent: Mohammad H Rahman

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Aug 19, 2022
Home Sold
$120,000
Mar 22, 2013
Home Sold
$32,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$57,000$296
2022$57,000$296
2021$57,000$877
2020$57,000$877
2019$32,000$837
2018$32,000$826
2017$32,000$778

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Woodrow Wilson Elementary School

Public District 3-5

0.7 mi

166 Halstead Ave

2

Martin Luther King Jr #48

Public District PK-4

2.3 mi

487 High St

3

Winchester-Potters Elementary School

Public District PK-5

2.4 mi

650 Harlem Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $27,732. Residents of Buffalo, NY typically earn less than $<35k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is high school diploma.

How much money do the neighbors make?

66%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
0%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree

What types of families live nearby?

55%
Single, No Kids
19%
Single, with Kids
17%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

16%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
39%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • H&MH&M
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Boston MarketBoston Market

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • NissanNissan
  • HondaHonda

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 242 Ideal St

The listing price of 242 Ideal St property is $199,900.

The property 242 Ideal St is a multi located in Buffalo, New York, 14206.

Active Listing: 242 Ideal St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 242 Ideal St are: Woodrow Wilson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Martin Luther King Jr #48 (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Winchester-Potters Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lovejoy Discovery School #43 (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Harvey Austin School #97 (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), PS 69 Houghton Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), East Community School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), John F Kennedy Senior High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Math Science Technology Preparatory School at 197 (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $296 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on August 19, 2022 for $120,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property 242 Ideal St is 1,672 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 242 Ideal St is 1900.

This home is located at 242 Ideal St in Buffalo, NY and zip code 14206 in the Lovejoy neighborhood. This 1,672 square foot home, which was built in 1900, sits on a 0.08 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 14, 2025 and is currently priced at $199,900.

Buffalo, NY housing market in June 2025 saw over 221 listings sold above listed price, more than 28 sold at listed price and over 72 sold below. In June 2025 in Buffalo, NY there were 0.8% less homes for sale than in May. In June 2025 median list price was $244,420 and the average listing age was 17 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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