Welcome to 171 Melrose St, a cherished Cape home that has been meticulously maintained by its original owners. This home boasts 4 bedrooms (2 on main level and 2 upstairs) with storage galore! Nestled just steps away from Seneca St and a short walk to Caz Park, this home offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquility. As you step inside, you'll immediately notice the timeless appeal of this home. The kitchen showcases beautiful oak cabinets, with ample counter space and storage. Hidden treasures await beneath the carpets on the first floor, where hardwood floors are just waiting to be revealed. Outside, the sizable 20x12 freshly painted deck invites you to unwind while overlooking the well-maintained yard. Additionally, you can enjoy peaceful moments on the welcoming covered front porch, perfect for sipping your morning coffee or watching the world go by. Full basement with glassblock windows, furnace/AC approx 2019, replacement windows throughout main level. Showings begin Sat. at open house from 11-1. Offers, if any, will be reviewed Tues., Sept 26th after 2 pm.
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$205,000
171 Melrose St, Buffalo, NY 14210
4beds
1,092sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
5,702 Square Feet Lot
$242,500 Zestimate®
$188/sqft
$1,700 Estimated rent
Home value
$242,500
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Beautiful oak cabinetsStorage galoreHardwood floors
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Listed by:
Jessica Brunetto 716-983-9398,
Keller Williams Realty Lancaster
Bought with:
Jason P Sokody, 10301212761
Howard Hanna WNY Inc.
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: B1499363
Originating MLS: Buffalo
Originating MLS: BuffaloFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Sliding Glass Door(s), Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Carpet, Varies, Vinyl
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,092
- Total interior livable area: 1,092 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1.5
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck, Open, Porch
- Exterior features: Concrete Driveway, Deck
Lot
- Size: 5,702 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 47 x 120
- Features: Near Public Transit
Details
- Parcel number: 1402001238000003003000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Buffalo Crk Reservation
Location
- Region: Buffalo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $188/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $97,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,544
- Date on market: 9/20/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 6 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/12/2023 | Sold | $205,000+13.9%$188/sqft |
Source:  NYSAMLSs #B1499363 Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2023 | Pending sale | $180,000$165/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1499363 Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/2023 | Listed for sale | $180,000$165/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1499363 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $203,000 +109.3% |
| 2024 | -- | $97,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $97,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $97,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $97,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $97,000 +62.8% |
| 2019 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2018 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2017 | $473 +77.9% | $59,600 |
| 2016 | $266 | $59,600 |
| 2015 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2014 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $59,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $59,600 +11.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $53,400 |
| 2008 | -- | $53,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $53,400 |
| 2006 | -- | $53,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $53,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $53,400 -15.1% |
| 2003 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $62,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $62,900 -0.6% |
| 2000 | -- | $63,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Cazenovia Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Ps 27 Hillery Park AcademyGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10South Park High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
- 1/10Southside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.5 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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