1257 Kensington Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14215
About This Home
This five-bedroom, Buffalo property offers an attractive opportunity for investors seeking space, versatility, and reliable tenant appeal. Full basement, functional layout, yard, and off-street parking situated directly on the bus line and surrounded by shops, services, and everyday conveniences. The location supports consistent demand from students, and commuters. Its walkable, transit-friendly setting makes daily living convenient while broadening the property's appeal to a wide range of tenants. Whether you're looking to expand your rental portfolio or secure a property with strong income potential, this home combines size, location, and practical amenities to create a compelling investment opportunity.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Property condition: Resale
- Year built: 1930
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Construction materials: Shake Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Gas Water Heater
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Full
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Features
- Eat-in Kitchen,Other,See Remarks
- Flooring: Laminate,Tile,Varies
Heating
- Heating features: Gas,Stove,Forced Air,Natural Gas
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,439
- Total interior livable area: 1,439 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 1402000902500004019000
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Exterior features: Concrete Driveway
Lot
- Lot size: 3,358 sqft
- Features: Near Public Transit,Rectangular,Rectangular Lot,Residential Lot
- Lot size dimensions: 32 x 105
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage,Driveway
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 | $808 | $9,696 |
| Home Insurance * | $104 | $1,248 |
| Property Taxes | $229 | $2,748 |
| Electricity | $246 | $2,954 |
| Total | $1,387 | $16,644 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
New York FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
No zestimate history available
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-31 | Listed for sale | $159,900 |
| 2026-05-01 | Listing removed | $145,500 |
| 2025-04-14 | Listed for sale | $145,500 |
| 2024-06-01 | Listing removed | -- |
| 2024-01-26 | Price change | $100,000 |
| 2023-11-08 | Listed for sale | $105,000 |
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