Investor special with serious upside potential! Located on a high-visibility stretch of Kensington Avenue in Buffalo, 1287 Kensington Avenue is a single-family property ready for a full rehabilitation. This property offers a great opportunity for investors, developers, or ambitious owner-occupants looking to restore and add value. There's a spacious living layout, making this an ideal candidate for rental income or a long-term hold strategy. Property is being sold as-is and will require extensive repairs and renovations. Conveniently located near public transportation, shopping, schools, and major thruways. Bring your vision, contractor, and creativity to unlock this property's full potential!
Pending
$55,000
1287 Kensington Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215
3beds
1,384sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1937
3,358 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$40/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 86 days |
- 15 |
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Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
eXp Realty 888-276-0630,
Andrew Scott 716-335-0076
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: B1683426
Originating MLS: Buffalo
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Gas, Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater, See Remarks
Features
- Other, See Remarks
- Flooring: Other, See Remarks
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,384
- Total interior livable area: 1,384 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Exterior features: Stamped Concrete Driveway
Lot
- Size: 3,358 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32 x 105
- Features: Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1402000902600006001000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Block
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1937
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Buffalo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $40/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $45,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,009
- Date on market: 5/19/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 89 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Private Financing Available,Rehab Financing
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Rent Zestimate®
$1,569/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/22/2026 | Pending sale | $55,000$40/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $55,000$40/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Pending sale | $55,000+1.9%$40/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 6/24/2005 | Sold | $54,000$39/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $123,000 +173.3% |
| 2024 | -- | $45,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $45,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $45,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $45,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $45,000 +8.7% |
| 2019 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2018 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2017 | $1,055 +328.4% | $41,400 |
| 2016 | $246 | $41,400 |
| 2015 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2014 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2013 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2012 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2011 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2010 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2009 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2008 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2006 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $41,400 |
| 2001 | -- | $41,400 -1.4% |
| 2000 | -- | $42,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Kensington
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 1/10Highgate HeightsGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Middle Early College High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
- 2/10Ronald Peoples School of Scholars (The)Grades: PK-4Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Buffalo
Source: NYSAMLSs. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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