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$129,999

72 Person St Buffalo, NY 14212

7 beds
3 full
2,360 sqft
0.09 acres
$55 / sqft
Multi-Family

Property details

About 72 Person St

Great rental opportunity with three residential units within two buildings on the same lot. Front unit (Apt#1) tenants are living for the last 7 years and paying on time. Current owner didn't raise their rent. Rear unit(apt#2) currently renovated with New floors, New windows, New bathroom, New kitchen, Force Air furnace (2023 ), Hot water tank(2023). 3rd unit needs a full rehab, and could generate income after completion estimated at $900-$1,000 rent/month. Current owner started renovation but will not do any more. 3rd unit has new tear off roof(2024), Electric wire and panel board was installed, Electric meter hasn't been installed, gas meter is on, water line is connected to the unit but now is turned off. Much opportunity to take this property forward to the next rental levels. Vacant lots on both sides (#74 and #68 Person) are owned by the City of Buffalo; potential for future purchase to expand yard and parking for subject home.

Highlights

Home typeMulti Family
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Space Heater(s)
StatusActive
Size2,360 sqft
Lot size0.09 Acres
Year built1890
ParkingNo Driveway, On Street
MLS #B1598446

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Hardwood, Varies
  • Interior: Natural Woodwork
  • Total Bedroom Count: 7
  • Parking: No Driveway, On Street
  • Architectural Style: Triplex
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Space Heater(s)
  • List Price: $129,999
  • Price/SqFt: $55
  • Annual Tax Amount: $176
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Near Public Transit, Rectangular Lot
  • Directions: South off Broadway onto Person, between Ashley Street and Grimes Street.
  • Year Built: 1890
  • Living Area: 2,360 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.09 Acres
  • MLS Number: B1598446
  • MLS Name: NYS
  • Office Name: Howard Hanna WNY Inc.
  • Office Phone: (716) 617-8330
  • Listing Agent: Muhammad Ahsan

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Mar 01, 2022
Home Sold
$86,000
Mar 17, 2005
Home Sold
$46,845

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$34,000$176
2022$34,000$411
2021$34,000$411
2020$34,000$411
2019$15,000$392
2018$15,000$387
2017$15,000$365

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Martin Luther King Jr #48

Public District PK-4

1.5 mi

487 High St

6

Woodrow Wilson Elementary School

Public District 3-5

1.5 mi

166 Halstead Ave

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.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $24,205. The most common annual income of people living in Buffalo, NY is less than $<35k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

81%
<35k
19%
35k-100k
0%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

57%
Single, No Kids
26%
Single, with Kids
11%
Married, No Kids
6%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

20%
<11 yrs old
10%
12-17 yrs old
24%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
9%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • 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
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • HondaHonda
  • DodgeDodge

What do the neighbors listen to?

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

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Frequently asked questions

About 72 Person St

The listing price of 72 Person St property is $129,999.

The property 72 Person St is a multi located in Buffalo, New York, 14212.

Active Listing: 72 Person St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 72 Person St are: Martin Luther King Jr #48 (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Woodrow Wilson Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Stanley Makowski Early Childhood Center (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Harvey Austin School #97 (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Lovejoy Discovery School #43 (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Build Community School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), East Community School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), City Honors School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Math Science Technology Preparatory School at 197 (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $176 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on March 1, 2022 for $86,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property 72 Person St is 2,360 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 72 Person St is 1890.

This home is located at 72 Person St in Buffalo, NY and zip code 14212 in the Lovejoy neighborhood. This 2,360 square foot home, which was built in 1890, sits on a 0.09 acre lot. Features: 7 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 9, 2025 and is currently priced at $129,999.

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. The number of homes for sale in Buffalo, NY decreased by 0.8% between May and June 2025. 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.

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