#B1590228, William T Severyn, Listing office: HUNT Real Estate Corporation
$479,000 List price
559 Potomac Ave Buffalo, NY 14222
6 beds
2 full
2,402 sqft
0.1 acres
$199 / sqft
Multi-Family
Property details
About 559 Potomac Ave
Welcome to the heart of Elmwood Village! This beautifully maintained two-family duplex offers the perfect blend of charm, space, and investment opportunity. Each apartment features three generously sized bedrooms and its own private porch, providing comfort and privacy for both units. The lower unit is vacant and move-in ready, while the upper unit is occupied by reliable tenants paying market rent—offering immediate income. The second-floor apartment also includes a finished attic, adding valuable living space and enhancing the overall size and appeal of the unit. Major updates have already been taken care of, including a new roof installed within the last four years, saving you future expenses. Additional highlights include a dedicated parking spot and a rare, spacious backyard—a true find in the city. Whether you're looking to live in one unit and rent the other, or expand your investment portfolio, this property checks all the boxes. Welcome home to Elmwood Village—where city living meets community charm!
Highlights
Home typeMulti Family
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusActive
Size2,402 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.1155 Acres
Year built1902
ParkingOne Space
MLS #B1625778
Summary
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Appliances: Gas Water Heater
- Basement: Yes
- Flooring Type: Hardwood, Tile, Varies
- Interior: Attic
- Total Bedroom Count: 6
- Parking: One Space
- Exterior: Fence
- Architectural Style: Duplex
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
- List Price: $479,000
- Price/SqFt: $199
- Annual Tax Amount: $1,039
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Other, Rectangular Lot, See Remarks
- Directions: Google
- Year Built: 1902
- Stories: 2
- Living Area: 2,402 SqFt
- Lot Size: 0.1155 Acres
- MLS Number: B1625778
- MLS Name: NYS
- Office Name: Park Realty of WNY LLC
- Office Email: gregorysevans@gmail.com
- Listing Agent: Gregory Evans
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 08, 2007 | Home Sold | $73,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $200,000 | $1,039 |
| 2022 | $200,000 | $1,039 |
| 2021 | $200,000 | $3,566 |
| 2020 | $200,000 | $3,566 |
| 2019 | $130,000 | $3,401 |
| 2018 | $130,000 | $3,356 |
| 2017 | $130,000 | $3,164 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
1
PS 17
Public District PK-4
1.0 mi
•1045 W Delavan Ave
7
PS 64 Frederick Law Olmsted
Public District PK-4
1.2 mi
•874 Amherst St
4
Elmwood Village Charter School Hertel
Public Charter KG-5
1.5 mi
•665 Hertel 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 $69,531. Most Buffalo, NY residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
24%
<35k
49%
35k-100k
22%
100k-200k
5%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
70%
Single, No Kids
4%
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?
7%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
43%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Music Concerts
Tennis
Live Theatre
Where do the neighbors shop?
H&M
Crate & Barrel
Bloomingdales
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Chipotle
Starbucks
Boston Market
What do the neighbors drive?
Volkswagen
BMW
Mercedes
What do the neighbors listen to?
Rhythmic Contemporary Hits
News- Alternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas
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Frequently asked questions
About 559 Potomac Ave
The listing price of 559 Potomac Ave property is $479,000.
The property 559 Potomac Ave is a multi located in Buffalo, New York, 14222.
Active Listing: 559 Potomac Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.
The nearby schools for 559 Potomac Ave are: PS 17 (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), PS 64 Frederick Law Olmsted (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Elmwood Village Charter School Hertel (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), International School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), West Buffalo Charter School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Native American Magnet (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lafayette International School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), McKinley Vocational High School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,039 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on June 8, 2007 for $73,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property 559 Potomac Ave is 2,402 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 559 Potomac Ave is 1902.
This home is located at 559 Potomac Ave in Buffalo, NY and zip code 14222 in the Forest neighborhood. This 2,402 square foot home, which was built in 1902, sits on a 0.12 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since July 29, 2025 and is currently priced at $479,000.
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, listings were on the market for 17 days. During the same period, the median list price in this real estate market was $244,420.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.