178 Nicholson St, Buffalo, NY 14216
What's special
Discover this beautiful home in desirable North Buffalo, tucked along a quiet dead-end street. Offering 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bath, and over 1,600 square feet of living space, this inviting home blends classic character with high-quality finishes. A generous foyer opens to a living room with gas fireplace and a dedicated dining room with sliding doors to the outdoors. Period woodwork, glass-paneled doors, and hardwood floors throughout add character. The beautifully updated kitchen offers abundant cherry cabinetry, granite countertops, soft-close cabinets, and decorative backsplash. A center island adds prep space, while a breakfast bar offers seating for casual meals and conversation. Sunlight streams through the windows surrounding the adjoining dining area, creating a cheerful spot for morning coffee with views of the backyard. Sliding doors lead to a large covered porch, extending your entertaining space outdoors. A convenient half bath completes the first floor. Upstairs, the spacious primary bedroom features two connected closets. Additional bedrooms offer generous closet space, and a full bath serves the second floor. A full, dry basement provides plenty of additional storage. All appliances convey, including the washer, dryer, and built-in microwave and stove installed in 2024. Outside, an extraordinary backyard retreat awaits! The fully fenced yard features established landscaping, a paver patio with pergola, a large covered porch, and a 15-by-28-foot inground vinyl pool with a pool house. With so many desirable features in place, this outdoor space offers exceptional potential. The pool was last operated about three years ago, requires a new liner and heater, and conveys in its current condition. Seller is offering a $10,000 credit at closing toward anticipated repairs. Additional features include central air, new roofing on rear and driveway sides (2024), HWT (2023), high-efficiency furnace (2005), and electrical updates (2013). Enjoy a convenient North Buffalo location! Enjoy access to the Rails to Trails bike path at the end of the street and easy access to Delaware Park, the Zoo, UB South, downtown, and all amenities. Open House Saturday, 11/14, 1–3 p.m.
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Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
WNY Metro Roberts Realty 716-559-9972,
Diane Andriaccio 716-559-9972,
Nick Andriaccio 716-948-8400,
WNY Metro Roberts Realty
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 13.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 16.00
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 12.00
Basement
- Level: Basement
- Dimensions: 26.00 x 24.00
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 11.00
Foyer
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 10.00
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 14.00
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 18.00 x 13.00
Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 12.00
Heating
- Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Range, Built-In Oven, Dryer, Dishwasher, Electric Cooktop, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Breakfast Area, Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Separate/Formal Living Room, Granite Counters, Kitchen Island, Sliding Glass Door(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Varies
- Doors: Sliding Doors
- Windows: Leaded Glass
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,652
- Total interior livable area: 1,652 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage, Garage Door Opener
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Concrete Driveway, Deck, Fully Fenced, Pool
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 5,218 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 41 x 125
- Features: Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Pool House
- Parcel number: 1402000793700007003000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stone, Vinyl Siding, Copper Plumbing
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Buffalo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $188/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $289,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,156
- Date on market: 11/8/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $309,900+244.3%$188/sqft |
Source: | ||
| 5/19/2003 | Sold | $90,000+8.4%$54/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 4/22/1994 | Sold | $83,000$50/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $289,000 +37% |
| 2024 | -- | $211,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $211,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $211,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $211,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $211,000 +68.8% |
| 2019 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2017 | $2,712 +298.4% | $125,000 |
| 2016 | $681 | $125,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $125,000 +6.8% |
| 2009 | -- | $117,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $117,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $117,000 +37% |
| 2006 | -- | $85,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $85,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $85,400 |
| 2003 | -- | $85,400 |
| 2002 | -- | $85,400 |
| 2001 | -- | $85,400 |
| 2000 | -- | $85,400 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$309,300
$272,000 - $343,000
$3,527/mo
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