Turnkey, Fully Renovated 2-unit located just outside the Allentown Historic District, one block from Elmwood Ave and minutes to Downtown Buffalo and the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus. An outstanding opportunity for investors or owner-occupants looking to offset their mortgage with rental income. Each unit offers market rent potential of $1,650/month, providing approximately $39,600 in annual gross income at full occupancy. Separately metered utilities and low annual taxes of approximately $2,093.00 help keep operating costs attractive.The upper unit is available September 1, creating an excellent owner-occupant opportunity, while the lower is currently rented at $1,650/month through January 1.Completely renovated to the studs in 2024 by Lamparelli Construction with floor plans by Akos Architects, this property delivers quality finishes and extensive mechanical and structural improvements. Each spacious 2-bedroom unit features an open-concept living area with electric fireplace, primary bedroom with walk-in closet, and designer eat-in kitchen with quartz countertops, tile backsplash, custom cabinetry, center island with seating and new stainless steel appliances. Beautifully updated baths feature tile showers, marble flooring, glass doors and LED-mirror vanities. Each unit also includes private in-unit laundry with cabinetry and quartz counters.Additional improvements include new luxury vinyl plank flooring, drywall, insulation, interior doors and LED lighting; high-efficiency furnaces with central air; hot water tanks; electrical panels; Z-Wave smart thermostats; and hardwired Ring doorbells/cameras. Major underground improvements include new drain and sewer lines extending to the city main plus new vent stack.Exterior upgrades include a full tear-off roof, newer windows, vinyl siding, aluminum trim, smart-lock exterior doors, new concrete porch/walkways and rebuilt exterior staircase/railings. Enjoy a private fully fenced rear patio, clean full basement and full attic for additional storage.Exceptional location near Allentown, Elmwood Village, Chippewa, Downtown and the Medical Campus. FHA & VA eligible. A Must See To Appreciate! Open House 8-23-26 @12-3pm
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Price cut: $10K (8/22)
$365,000
286 Carolina St, Buffalo, NY 14201
4beds
1,922sqft
Duplex, Multi Family
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$364,100 Zestimate®
$190/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Electric fireplaceNew stainless steel appliancesLed-mirror vanitiesVinyl sidingAluminum trimLed lightingMarble flooring
- 85 days
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Listed by:
Keller Williams Realty WNY 716-832-3300,
John Santora III 716-908-4304
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: B1699378
Originating MLS: Buffalo
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Washer Hookup
Features
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl, Varies
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,922
- Total interior livable area: 1,922 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Driveway, On Street
Features
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced, Fence, Patio
- Fencing: Full,Partial
Lot
- Size: 1,594 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28 x 57
- Features: Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1402001112900002021000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Duplex
- Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System Owned
Location
- Region: Buffalo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $190/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $156,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,093
- Date on market: 7/17/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$364,100
$346,000 - $382,000
$1,323/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2026 | Price change | $365,000-2.7%$190/sqft |
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| 7/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $375,000$195/sqft |
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| 3/10/2026 | Listing removed | $375,000$195/sqft |
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| 9/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $375,000$195/sqft |
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| 9/1/2025 | Listing removed | $375,000$195/sqft |
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| 5/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $375,000-5.8%$195/sqft |
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| 5/6/2025 | Listing removed | $398,000$207/sqft |
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| 3/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $398,000$207/sqft |
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| 3/26/2025 | Pending sale | $398,000$207/sqft |
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| 1/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $398,000-0.5%$207/sqft |
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| 12/19/2024 | Listing removed | $1,500$1/sqft |
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| 10/26/2024 | Price change | $1,500-16.7%$1/sqft |
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| 10/19/2024 | Listing removed | $399,900$208/sqft |
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| 10/13/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,800$1/sqft |
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| 10/7/2024 | Listed for sale | $399,900+214.9%$208/sqft |
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| 1/27/2023 | Sold | $127,000-15.3%$66/sqft |
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| 10/23/2022 | Pending sale | $150,000$78/sqft |
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| 10/14/2022 | Price change | $150,000-14.3%$78/sqft |
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| 9/13/2022 | Price change | $175,000-12.5%$91/sqft |
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| 8/22/2022 | Listed for sale | $199,900$104/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $167,000 +7.1% |
| 2024 | -- | $156,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $156,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $156,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $156,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $156,000 +333.3% |
| 2019 | -- | $36,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $36,000 |
| 2017 | $167 +55.6% | $36,000 |
| 2016 | $107 | $36,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $36,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $36,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $36,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $36,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $36,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $36,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $36,000 +18% |
| 2008 | -- | $30,500 |
| 2007 | -- | $30,500 |
| 2006 | -- | $30,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $30,500 +9.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $27,900 |
| 2003 | -- | $27,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $27,900 |
| 2001 | -- | $27,900 -6.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $29,900 |
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Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Columbus
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.








