228 Highgate Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14215
About This Home
Seller will consider offers starting at $249,900. Welcome to 228 Highgate Ave in Buffalo’s University District, ideally located just minutes from UB South Campus, Main Street shopping and dining, and the Metro Rail for easy access to downtown. This home blends original charm with thoughtful updates. Features include gleaming wood moldings, baseboards and newer vinyl windows throughout. Oversized foyer with coat closet, spacious living room with wood-burning fireplace, mantel, and built-ins. Newly renovated 1st floor full bath. Formal dining room offers abundant natural light, eat-in kitchen provides ample cabinet space. Upstairs, you’ll find newly finished original hardwood floors, four generously sized bedrooms with closets, and an updated full bath with tiled surround. Finished walk-up attic adds flexible space ideal for a home office, playroom, or additional storage. Full basement with laundry hookups, newly installed back up sump, and full bath. Additional updates include electrical panel, newer washer and dryer, hot water tank, full house interior paint, first-floor flooring, and drywall. Exterior features include a large yard and a two-car garage.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Good Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1927
Materials
- Foundation: Other,See Remarks
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Other,Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial,Two Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dryer,Electric Oven,Electric Range,Gas Water Heater,Refrigerator,Washer
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Level: Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump
Bedroom1
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 12.00
Bedroom2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 11.00
Bedroom3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 12.00
Bedroom4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 11.00
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 11.00
Features
- Bathroom Rough-In,Separate/Formal Dining Room,Entrance Foyer,Eat-in Kitchen,Separate/Formal Living Room,Home Office,Other,See Remarks,Storage,Natural Woodwork
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Hardwood,Varies
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace: Yes
Foyer
- Level: First
Heating
- Heating features: Gas,Radiator(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,500
- Total interior livable area: 1,500 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 10.00
Living Room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 9.00
Other
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 29.00 x 8.00
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1402000796400002027000
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Covered,Porch
- Exterior features: Concrete Driveway,Fence
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Lot size: 4,356 sqft
- Features: Near Public Transit,Rectangular,Rectangular Lot,Residential Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 40 x 113
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached,Garage
- 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
- Winter Weather
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Erie County and New York
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
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $1,010 | $12,120 |
| Home Insurance * | $131 | $1,572 |
| Property Taxes | $286 | $3,432 |
| Electricity | $247 | $2,974 |
| Total | $1,674 | $20,088 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New York FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-21 | Listed for sale | $249,900 |
| 2026-01-11 | Listing removed | $2,100 |
| 2025-11-12 | Listed for rent | $2,100 |
| 2025-11-11 | Listing removed | $2,100 |
| 2025-08-25 | Listed for rent | $2,100 |
| 2025-06-10 | Listed for sale | $239,900 |
| 2019-12-04 | Sold | $111,500 |
| 2019-08-14 | Pending sale | $124,900 |
| 2019-07-24 | Price change | $124,900 |
| 2019-07-03 | Listed for sale | $129,500 |
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