If searching for a move-in ready Buffalo home with historic details, updated mechanicals, 2 full baths, 2nd-floor laundry, fenced yard & an unbeatable Allentown location near restaurants, parks, the Medical Campus, I-33, & many downtown amenities — this home is one you won't want to miss! This beautifully maintained and thoughtfully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bath home blends historic character with modern comfort in one of Buffalo's most sought after neighborhoods. Inside, a striking black staircase makes an immediate impression, setting the tone for the home's timeless yet updated style. A sun-filled living room features a beautiful decorative fireplace, built-in shelving, & oversized windows that fill the space with natural light. A second living area offers a cozy gathering space centered around an original fireplace with a marble surround. The dining room comfortably accommodates many with additional space for a buffet. Just beyond, the updated 1st-floor bath features stylish black-and-white design & a walk-in shower. The kitchen combines classic charm w modern functionality, offering Corian countertops, newer stainless steel appliances, & room for an island or additional prep space. Upstairs, the bright and spacious primary BR features an entire wall of double closets. A generously sized 2nd BR includes a deep closet and plenty of room for additional furniture, while a versatile third bedroom is ideal as a home office, nursery or guest room. Another bathroom features tile flooring, a large walk-in shower, & a warm, natural aesthetic. Convenient second-floor laundry, a walk-up attic, and a secondary staircase to the kitchen add both practicality and character. Outside, enjoy a fully fenced backyard designed for privacy and entertaining, complete with a new platform deck and plenty of room for gardening, pets, or outdoor gatherings. A dry basement provides excellent storage & custom Levolor blinds throughout the home add comfort and style. UPDATES INCLUDE: PLATFORM DECK, FENCE STAINED (2025); NEW FENCE & CHIMNEY LINER (2020); ROOF & HWT (2019); FURNACES & ALL APPLIANCES (2018) & NEWER PAINT THROUGHOUT. Showings begin Friday 7/17. Let’s move.
Active
$357,500
142 N Pearl St, Buffalo, NY 14202
3beds
2,080sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1878
2,800 Square Feet Lot
$355,400 Zestimate®
$172/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Historic detailsBeautiful decorative fireplaceFenced yardNew platform deckConvenient second-floor laundryNewer stainless steel appliancesStriking black staircase
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Keller Williams Realty WNY 716-832-3300,
Ryan Connolly 716-908-6924
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: B1696921
Originating MLS: Buffalo
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 13.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 13.00
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 7.00 x 13.00
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 13.00
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 13.00
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 12.00
Laundry
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 11.00
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 12.00 x 15.00
Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 4.00 x 17.00
Heating
- Electric, Forced Air
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Water Heater, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Upper Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Solid Surface Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Varies
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,080
- Total interior livable area: 2,080 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage, No Driveway
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: Low Threshold Shower
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Deck, Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 2,800 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28 x 100
- Features: Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1402001007000003010000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Historic/Antique,Two Story,Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Copper Plumbing
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1878
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Appliances, HVAC
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: City/Buffalo
Location
- Region: Buffalo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $172/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $282,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,858
- Date on market: 7/13/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 68 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$355,400
$338,000 - $373,000
$2,530/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $357,500-3.4%$172/sqft |
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| 7/10/2026 | Listing removed | $369,900$178/sqft |
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| 6/4/2026 | Price change | $369,900-1.3%$178/sqft |
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| 5/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $374,900+399.9%$180/sqft |
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| 2/24/2017 | Sold | $75,000$36/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $393,000 +39.4% |
| 2024 | -- | $282,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $282,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $282,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $282,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $282,000 +156.4% |
| 2019 | -- | $110,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $110,000 |
| 2017 | $2,804 +328.4% | $110,000 |
| 2016 | $654 | $110,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $110,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $110,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $110,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $110,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $110,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $110,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $110,000 +52.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $72,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $72,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $72,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $72,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $72,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $72,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $72,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $72,000 |
| 2000 | -- | $72,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Allen
Nearby schools
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.






