520 Lisbon Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14215
About This Home
Welcome to 520 Lisbon Avenue, a spacious single-family home located in the highly desirable University District of the City of Buffalo. This property offers 5 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, providing ample space and flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. The home features a full basement and solid mechanics, making it a strong foundation for both immediate use and future improvements. The property is currently rented for $1,240 per month, offering income potential for investors, while also presenting a great opportunity for owner-occupants. With the right vision, this property can be transformed into an excellent long-term investment or a comfortable primary residence. Conveniently located near universities, public transportation, shopping, dining, and neighborhood amenities, this is a versatile opportunity in one of Buffalo’s most sought-after areas.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1910
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Composite Siding,Other,See Remarks,Copper Plumbing
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic/Antique,Two Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: In Basement
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 3
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen,Separate/Formal Living Room,Other,See Remarks,Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Carpet,Varies
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Gas,Other,See Remarks,Forced Air
- Cooling features: Other,See Remarks
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,338
- Total interior livable area: 1,338 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1402000796500004019000
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Exterior features: Concrete Driveway
Lot
- Lot size: 3,088 sqft
- Features: Other,Near Public Transit,Rectangular,Rectangular Lot,Residential Lot,See Remarks
- Lot size dimensions: 30 x 103
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
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
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
- Tornado
- 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 | $682 | $8,184 |
| Home Insurance * | $88 | $1,056 |
| Property Taxes | $193 | $2,316 |
| Electricity | $246 | $2,954 |
| Total | $1,209 | $14,508 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New York FAIR Plan Programs
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.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-16 | Price change | $153,900 |
| 2026-02-21 | Price change | $154,400 |
| 2026-01-07 | Listed for sale | $154,900 |
| 2012-09-07 | Sold | $23,000 |
| 2012-07-04 | Price change | $24,999 |
| 2012-06-19 | Price change | $29,900 |
| 2012-05-24 | Price change | $34,000 |
| 2012-04-20 | Listed for sale | $39,900 |
| 2008-11-12 | Sold | $17,000 |
| 2008-02-14 | Listing removed | $33,900 |
| 2008-02-07 | Listed for sale | $33,900 |
| 2006-02-03 | Sold | $18,000 |
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