Welcome to this charming cape cod featuring numerous updates for peace of mind and comfort. The furnace, air conditioner, electric panel and service line were all updated in 2025. In 2026, the hot water tank, the kitchen, and sump pump were updated/replaced. The roof was replaced in 2018. The house offers plenty of storage with a pantry, linen closets on both floors, a front coat closet, and a back small vestibule area. The kitchen is wonderfully inviting with a skylight, a small breakfast bar, and an adjacent dining area. With its classic cape cod character and extensive improvements, this home is move-in ready and waiting for you to just move in! Showings begin immediately. Offers reviewed as received.
Pending
Price cut: $10K (7/17)
$239,900
161 Margaret Rd, Amherst, NY 14226
4beds
1,267sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
5,227 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$189/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Small breakfast barAdjacent dining areaFront coat closetBack small vestibule area
- 47 days |
- 750 |
- 38 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Howard Hanna WNY Inc. 716-634-4200,
Lauren Partridge 716-864-3572
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: B1693448
Originating MLS: Buffalo
Originating MLS: BuffaloFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room, Pantry, Bedroom on Main Level, Convertible Bedroom
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Varies
- Basement: Full,Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,267
- Total interior livable area: 1,267 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Exterior features: Concrete Driveway
Lot
- Size: 5,227 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 46 x 112
- Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1422890674800001033000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1962
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Amherst
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $189/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $208,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,926
- Date on market: 6/24/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 44 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/27/2026 | Pending sale | $239,900$189/sqft |
Source:  NYSAMLSs #B1693448 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2026 | Price change | $239,900-4%$189/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1693448 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,900+212.4%$197/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1693448 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/1996 | Sold | $80,000$63/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $208,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $208,000 +87.4% |
| 2023 | -- | $111,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $111,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $111,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $111,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $111,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $111,000 |
| 2017 | $3,013 +96.4% | $111,000 +12.1% |
| 2016 | $1,534 | $99,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $99,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $99,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $99,000 +5.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $94,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $94,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $94,000 +12.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $83,300 -2% |
| 2008 | -- | $85,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $85,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $85,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $85,000 +23.2% |
| 2004 | -- | $69,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $69,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $69,000 -6.3% |
| 2001 | -- | $73,600 |
| 2000 | -- | $73,600 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Eggertsville
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Maplemere Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 2.1 mi
- 3/10Sweet Home Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 5/10Sweet Home Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Sweet Home
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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