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167 Commonwealth Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14216

3beds
2baths
1,634sqft
$320,000
$196price/sqft
$2,474/moest. monthly cost
$98,960/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to this beautifully updated North Buffalo bungalow double in one of the area’s most sought-after locations! Just steps from vibrant Hertel Avenue, you’ll love being close to popular restaurants, shops, cafes, and neighborhood favorites. Since purchase, this property has undergone MANY impressive updates, making it truly move-in ready. Major improvements include whole-house updated electrical, new PEX plumbing, hot water tank (2023), and vinyl flooring throughout. The entire exterior was freshly painted in 2024, adding to the home’s curb appeal. The upper unit has two bedrooms and a third bonus sunroom perfect for an office or extra closet. The lower unit has one spacious bedroom with built in closet. Both kitchens have been tastefully updated with granite countertops and new appliances, while the bathrooms have also been refreshed with new vanities and the upper with new tile flooring. The basement offers convenient laundry, complete with newer Samsung washer and dryer, as well as plenty of storage space. Outside, enjoy a great yard perfect for entertaining, gardening, or relaxing, plus a detached 2-car garage for added convenience. Whether you’re looking for an owner-occupy opportunity or a smart investment, this North Buffalo gem is a must see! Showings by appointment only.

Getting Around

79
WalkingVery Walkable
40
TransitSome Transit
53
BikeBikeable

Schools

3/10
Ps 81Grades PK-80.3 mi
3/10
Dr George Blackman EccGrades PK-41.4 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Resale
  • Year built: 1918

Materials

  • Foundation: Other,See Remarks
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Construction materials: Blown-In Insulation,Other,See Remarks

Type & Style

  • Home type: MultiFamily
  • Architectural style: Duplex
  • Property subType: Duplex,Multi Family

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Gas Water Heater

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 2

Features

  • Other,See Remarks,Natural Woodwork
  • Flooring: Other,See Remarks,Varies,Vinyl
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating

  • Heating features: Gas,Forced Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,634
  • Total interior livable area: 1,634 sqft

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 1402000786400003037000
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Covered,Porch

Lot

  • Lot size: 4,865 sqft
  • Features: Rectangular,Rectangular Lot,Residential Lot
  • Lot size dimensions: 35 x 139

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Paved
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2
  • Covered spaces: 2

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherRelatively High
  • Tsunami
    TsunamiInsufficient Data

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Winter Weather
Tsunami

FEMA Declared Disasters in Erie County and New York

Flood
Severe Storm
Snowstorm
Winter Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,618$19,416
Home Insurance *$128$1,536
Property Taxes $458$5,496
Electricity $270$3,240
Total$2,474$29,688
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$84,822/yr
40% on housing$74,220/yr
45% on housing$65,973/yr

New York FAIR Plan Programs

New York Property Insurance Underwriting Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
HailHail
WindWind
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Current Policies
Residential: 20,669Commercial: 1,556
Total Premiums$32.27M
Total Exposure$7.63B

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 6.9%
6.9%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 7.1%
7.1%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -0.9%
-0.9%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$196This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 14216$184
Erie County$155

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 14216$223
Erie County$190

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-23Listed for sale$320,000
2026-05-26Listing removed$1,650
2026-04-28Listed for rent$1,650
2025-04-03Listing removed$1,650
2025-03-05Price change$1,650
2025-03-03Listed for rent$1,600
2024-05-06Listing removed--
2024-04-22Listed for rent$1,600
2022-11-10Listing removed--
2022-10-30Price change$1,500
2022-10-10Listed for rent$1,600
2022-04-28Sold$250,000
2022-03-23Pending sale$274,900
2022-03-23Price change$274,900
2022-03-10Listed for sale$209,900

For Sale by Agent

AgentRobyn Sansone
BrokerageWNYbyOwner.com

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