539 Sherman St, Buffalo, NY, 14211
About This Home
Investor opportunity in the heart of Buffalo! This spacious multi-family property at 539 Sherman St offers over 2,000 sq ft of living space with strong income potential. Built in 1910, the property features 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths across two units, making it ideal for owner-occupants or savvy investors looking to expand their portfolio. Conveniently located near schools, public transportation, shopping, and downtown Buffalo amenities. With solid bones and plenty of upside, this property is ready for your vision and value-add improvements. Don’t miss the chance to bring this classic Buffalo property back to life!
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Good Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1910
Materials
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Brick,Frame,Vinyl Siding
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: Partial
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile,Hardwood,Laminate,Varies,Vinyl
Heating
- Heating features: Gas,Forced Air,Hot Water
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,061
- Total interior livable area: 2,061 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1402001008300006030000
- Zoning description: Residential 2 Unit
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Balcony,Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony,Deck
Lot
- Lot size: 3,301 sqft
- Features: Near Public Transit,Rectangular,Rectangular Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 25 x 132
Parking
- Parking features: Two or More Spaces
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
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $601 | $7,212 |
| Home Insurance * | $119 | $1,428 |
| Property Taxes | $170 | $2,040 |
| Electricity | $340 | $4,087 |
| Total | $1,230 | $14,760 |
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
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-11 | Listed for sale | $84,999 |
| 2021-02-25 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2020-08-26 | Listing removed | $1,050 |
| 2020-07-27 | Listed for rent | $1,050 |
| 2020-04-01 | Listing removed | $1,300 |
| 2020-01-30 | Listed for rent | $1,300 |
| 2020-01-06 | Sold | $15,000 |
| 2018-01-11 | Sold | $14,000 |
| 2017-09-08 | Sold | $2,500 |
| 2017-05-26 | Listed for sale | $23,000 |
| 2016-11-09 | Sold | $5,000 |
| 2013-01-22 | Sold | $3,700 |
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