#B1601416, Aaron Schreiber, Listing office: HUNT Real Estate Corporation
259 Pennsylvania St Buffalo, NY 14201
Property details
About 259 Pennsylvania St
Welcome to 259 Pennsylvania Street—an exceptional, move-in-ready multifamily home in the heart of Buffalo. This rare opportunity blends beautifully preserved historic charm with high-quality modern updates, making it an ideal choice for both owner-occupants and savvy investors. Each unit has been thoughtfully renovated from top to bottom, featuring engineered hardwood flooring, updated bathrooms, and stunning original Craftsman-style woodwork, moldings, and doors that have been carefully restored. The kitchens are bright and stylish with white shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, and newer stainless steel appliances—perfect for today’s modern lifestyle. Both units offer three spacious bedrooms and one full bathroom, while the first-floor unit includes the added convenience of a half bath. Formal dining rooms in each unit provide a classic setting for entertaining and everyday gatherings. Significant mechanical upgrades offer peace of mind, including newer hot water tanks ‘24 &‘21, a brand-new furnace for the upper unit, a rebuilt furnace for the lower, and central air conditioning systems updated in ‘24 and ‘17. The electrical system has been updated, younger roof and the exterior was professionally painted in 2017. The home also features all new windows, glass block basement windows, and a fully fenced backyard—perfect for privacy and outdoor enjoyment. Both units enjoy front and rear patios, ideal for relaxing on summer days. Additional highlights include a full walk-up attic offering abundant storage or future expansion potential and the dry basement includes two sets of washers and dryers. Located just minutes from shops, restaurants, and public transportation, this property delivers comfort, character, and convenience in one of Buffalo’s most vibrant neighborhoods. Visit the open house on Saturday, July 26th from 1 to 3 PM. Offers are due by 12 PM on Friday, August 1st.
Highlights
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile, Varies
- Interior: Natural Woodwork
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Parking: Two or More Spaces
- Exterior: Balcony, Fully Fenced
- Architectural Style: Duplex
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
- Cooling: Central Air
- List Price: $435,000
- Price/SqFt: $162
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,377
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Near Public Transit, Rectangular Lot
- Year Built: 1917
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,671 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.0742 Acres
- MLS Number: B1624126
- MLS Name: NYS
- Office Name: HUNT Real Estate Corporation
- Office Phone: (716) 671-3344
- Listing Agent: Carol Klein
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Price information
Property sales
Date | Event | Price |
---|---|---|
Dec 09, 2016 | Home Sold | $257,000 |
Tax history
Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
---|---|---|
2023 | $265,000 | $1,377 |
2022 | $265,000 | $1,377 |
2021 | $265,000 | $1,783 |
2020 | $265,000 | $1,783 |
2019 | $65,000 | $1,700 |
2018 | $65,000 | $1,678 |
2017 | $65,000 | $1,265 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
3
Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School
Public Charter KG-3
1.1 mi
•833 Michigan Ave
3
Reach Academy Charter School
Public Charter KG-4
1.3 mi
•115 Ash St
3
Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center
Public District PK-5
1.7 mi
•1095 Jefferson Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $20,763. Typical income of Buffalo, NY residents is less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Typical level of education for residents in this area is high school diploma.
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Frequently asked questions
About 259 Pennsylvania St
The listing price of 259 Pennsylvania St property is $435,000.
The property 259 Pennsylvania St is a multi located in Buffalo, New York, 14201.
Active Listing: 259 Pennsylvania St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 259 Pennsylvania St are: Persistence Preparatory Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Reach Academy Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Elmwood Village Charter School Days Park (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), D'Youville-Porter Campus (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Leonardo Da Vinci High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), International Preparatory School at Grover Cleveland (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Hutchinson Central Technical High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,377 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on December 9, 2016 for $257,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property 259 Pennsylvania St is 2,671 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 259 Pennsylvania St is 1917.
This home is located at 259 Pennsylvania St in Buffalo, NY and zip code 14201 in the Lakeview / Lower West Side neighborhood. This 2,671 square foot home, which was built in 1917, sits on a 0.07 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 24, 2025 and is currently priced at $435,000.
While more than 221 listings in Buffalo, NY in June 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 28 listings sold at asking price, and more than 72 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in Buffalo, NY between May and June 2025 decreased by 0.8%. In June 2025 median list price was $244,420 and the average listing age was 17 days.