Rarely does a true side-by-side duplex like this come available in Buffalo, and 30 Penfield Street offers an exceptional opportunity for owner-occupants and investors. One side is occupied by long-term tenants, while the other is vacant and ready for its next owner. Live in one unit while rental income helps offset your monthly expenses, or rent both and add a solid property to your portfolio.
The vacant right-side unit is loaded with character and thoughtful updates. Originally built as a three-bedroom, the second floor was reconfigured into two bedrooms and a large full bathroom with a tiled tub surround. Hardwood floors run throughout, while one of the home's most striking features is the original brick dividing wall, exposed through the main living area to showcase the character of this Buffalo home. The fireplace adds charm and is currently not in use.
A full third-floor attic adds flexibility for storage, a hangout area, hobby space, additional rooms, or whatever best fits your needs.
Downstairs, the right-side unit features a newer furnace from approximately 2023/24, glass block windows, and a PEX home-run plumbing manifold with centralized shutoffs for individual fixtures. Most second-floor windows have been replaced with vinyl double-hung windows. A newer roof covers the front porch, while the main roof is approx. 15 years old.
Out back, the nearly all-concrete yard keeps maintenance to a minimum, and a bonus hot tub room adds another unique feature, with the hot tub negotiable.
The location ties it all together, with easy access to I-190, Route 198 and the Peace Bridge, plus quick connections to Downtown Buffalo, the Medical Campus, Buffalo Zoo, Elmwood Village, Hertel Avenue, area colleges, Canada and more. Niagara Street continues to grow with restaurants and destinations including West Side Bazaar and Britesmith Brewing.
Whether you're looking for a live-in investment, traditional two-unit rental, or a Buffalo property with character you simply do not see every day, 30 Penfield Street deserves a closer look.
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Price cut: $5K (11/2)
$234,999
30 Penfield St, Buffalo, NY 14213
5beds
2,854sqft
Multi Family
Built in 1880
-- sqft lot
$229,400 Zestimate®
$82/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fireplace adds charmGlass block windowsHardwood floors run throughout
- 28 days
- 1,233
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Keller Williams Realty WNY 716-832-3300,
Alexander Ackley 716-405-0505
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: B1719348
Originating MLS: Buffalo
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Gas, Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Varies
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,854
- Total interior livable area: 2,854 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 4,965 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 36 x 136
- Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1402000888200008017000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subtype: Multi Family
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1880
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Buffalo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $82/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $214,000
- Annual tax amount: $2,339
- Date on market: 10/6/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$229,400
$218,000 - $241,000
$1,550/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/2/2026 | Price change | $234,999-2.1%$82/sqft |
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| 10/9/2026 | Price change | $239,9990%$84/sqft |
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| 10/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $240,000+182.4%$84/sqft |
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| 10/2/2015 | Listing removed | $850 |
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| 8/13/2015 | Listed for rent | $850 |
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| 12/16/2014 | Sold | $85,000+6.4%$30/sqft |
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| 9/19/2014 | Listed for sale | $79,900$28/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $214,000 +116.2% |
| 2024 | -- | $99,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $99,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $99,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $99,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $99,000 +155.8% |
| 2019 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2018 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2017 | $986 +328.4% | $38,700 |
| 2016 | $230 | $38,700 |
| 2015 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2014 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2013 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2012 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2011 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2010 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2008 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2007 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2006 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2005 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2004 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2003 | -- | $38,700 |
| 2002 | -- | $38,700 +2.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $37,600 -14.5% |
| 2000 | -- | $44,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Grant Ferry
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.




