45 Summit Avenue is a perfectly lovely 4 bedroom Craftsman home in Buffalo's Parkside neighborhood. Only three owners have enjoyed and cared for this special home in 120+ years. This well maintained charming home has many beautiful spaces inside and out. Enter into a large enclosed entrance porch with an iconic swing and lots of windows. Impressive entry foyer for welcoming guests opens to a large living room with fireplace (NRTC), dining room, and big light filled family room in the back overlooking back yard with extensive perennial gardens. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout and preserved original woodwork. Fully equipped kitchen with a nearby half bath. Second floor has 4 good sized bedrooms, one includes a half bath. Full bath in the hall. Third floor has two bonus rooms. Tear off roof 2022, exterior painted in 2025 and electric also updated in 2025. Fun fact: this home was Goldie Hawn's childhood home in the 1982 movie, Best Friends, which also starred Burt Reynolds. Clean dry basement with laundry, several storage rooms and another half bath. 2 car garage.
Pending
$599,000
45 Summit Ave, Buffalo, NY 14214
4beds
2,288sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$262/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully equipped kitchenDining roomPreserved original woodworkGleaming hardwood floors throughout
- 54 days |
- 100 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Gurney Becker & Bourne 716-849-1234,
Carolyn Hoyt Stevens 716-310-4233
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: B1680946
Originating MLS: Buffalo
Originating MLS: BuffaloFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 3
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 21.00 x 10.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 21.00 x 10.00
Bedroom 3
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 11.00
Bedroom 4
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 13.00 x 11.00
Other
- Level: First
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 12.00
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 23.00 x 16.00
Foyer
- Level: First
Kitchen
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 12.00
Laundry
- Level: Basement
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 11.00
Heating
- Gas, Radiator(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Attic, Entrance Foyer, Separate/Formal Living Room, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Window Treatments
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Varies
- Windows: Drapes
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,288
- Total interior livable area: 2,288 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Concrete Driveway, Enclosed Porch, Fence, Porch, Patio
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 178
- Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1402000894300001016000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Blown-In Insulation, Wood Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Buffalo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $262/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $292,000
- Annual tax amount: $3,540
- Date on market: 5/14/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 39 days
- Listing terms: Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/20/2026 | Pending sale | $599,000$262/sqft |
Source:  NYSAMLSs #B1680946 Report a problem | ||
| 5/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000+144.5%$262/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1680946 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2026 | Listing removed | $3,000$1/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1678484 Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,000$1/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1678484 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2008 | Sold | $245,000-3.9%$107/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2008 | Listed for sale | $255,000$111/sqft |
Source: IDXPAND #M2N309592 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $465,000 +59.2% |
| 2024 | -- | $292,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $292,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $292,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $292,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $292,000 +19.2% |
| 2019 | -- | $245,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $245,000 |
| 2017 | $6,244 +328.4% | $245,000 |
| 2016 | $1,457 | $245,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $245,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $245,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $245,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $245,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $245,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $245,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $245,000 +36.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $179,900 |
| 2007 | -- | $179,900 +9% |
| 2006 | -- | $165,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $165,000 +25% |
| 2004 | -- | $132,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $132,000 +8.8% |
| 2002 | -- | $121,300 |
| 2001 | -- | $121,300 -11% |
| 2000 | -- | $136,300 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Estimated monthly payment$1,822
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Parkside
Getting around
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Some TransitNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Dr George Blackman EccGrades: PK-4Distance: 0.1 mi
- 2/10Dr Lydia T Wright School Of ExcellenceGrades: PK-8Distance: 1 mi
- 9/10Middle Early College High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 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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