Iconic 1852 Allentown residence, meticulously restored to blend historic grandeur with refined modern living. Exceptionally versatile, offering a stately single-family home with in-law apartment or a true two-family income opportunity. The primary residence showcases a dramatic marble entry, soaring ceilings, hardwood floors, and elegant formal living room with gas fireplace, custom built-ins, and chandelier. A striking wet bar with exposed brick anchors the entertaining spaces. The designer kitchen features quartz countertops, oversized island, walk-in pantry, and opens to an expansive dining room with custom cabinetry. Sun-filled family room with gas fireplace and glass doors leads to a private brick courtyard. Office/den with brick accent wall and decorative fireplace, half bath, and first-floor laundry complete the main level. The primary suite offers a spa-inspired bath with steam shower and soaking tub, plus walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms, updated full bath, and second laundry. Outdoor amenities include a fully fenced courtyard and rare stone sauna house. Secondary residence features quartz kitchen, exposed brick living room, two bedrooms, and full bath. Premier walkable location near downtown, Theatre District, parks, and dining. Also listed as multiple-unit with MLS #B1663338.
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$865,000
543 Franklin St, Buffalo, NY 14202
5beds
5,088sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1852
7,400 Square Feet Lot
$865,800 Zestimate®
$170/sqft
$5,302 Estimated rent
Home value
$865,800
$823,000 - $909,000
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Fully fenced courtyardPrivate brick courtyardFirst-floor laundryTwo additional bedroomsCustom built-insRare stone sauna houseSecond laundry
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Listed by:
Susan D Lenahan 716-864-6757,
MJ Peterson Real Estate Inc.
Bought with:
Stacey M Turnbull, 10401324836
HUNT Real Estate Corporation
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: B1659064
Originating MLS: Buffalo
Originating MLS: BuffaloFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
- Main level bathrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 11.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 11.00
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 13.00
Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 11.00
Den
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 13.00
Family room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 11.00
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 15.00
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 11.00
Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 14.00 x 13.00
Heating
- Gas, Hot Water, Steam
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: Main Level, Upper Level
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Den, Separate/Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Separate/Formal Living Room, Home Office, Kitchen Island, Other, Pantry, Quartz Counters, See Remarks, In-Law Floorplan, Bath in Primary Bedroom
- Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Tile, Varies
- Basement: Dirt Floor,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 3
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,088
- Total interior livable area: 5,088 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Open, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Awning(s), Blacktop Driveway, Fully Fenced, Patio
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 7,400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 148
- Features: Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Other
- Parcel number: 1402001007000003014000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Fiber Cement, Wood Siding, Copper Plumbing
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1852
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System Owned
Location
- Region: Buffalo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $170/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $684,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,716
- Date on market: 2/23/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 35 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/16/2026 | Sold | $865,000-2.3%$170/sqft |
Source:  NYSAMLSs #B1659064 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2026 | Pending sale | $885,000$174/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1663338 Report a problem | ||
| 2/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $885,000-1.1%$174/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1659064 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2025 | Listing removed | $895,000$176/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1637184 Report a problem | ||
| 10/15/2025 | Price change | $895,000-5.7%$176/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1637184 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $949,000+115.7%$187/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1637184 Report a problem | ||
| 7/30/2018 | Sold | $440,000+10.3%$86/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1114437 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2018 | Pending sale | $399,000$78/sqft |
Source: Hunt Real Estate ERA #B1114437 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2018 | Listed for sale | $399,000+121.7%$78/sqft |
Source: Hunt Real Estate ERA #B1114437 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2012 | Sold | $180,000$35/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $684,000 +90% |
| 2024 | -- | $360,000 -16.9% |
| 2023 | -- | $433,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $433,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $433,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $433,000 +151% |
| 2019 | -- | $172,500 |
| 2018 | -- | $172,500 |
| 2017 | $5,970 +481.8% | $172,500 |
| 2016 | $1,026 | $172,500 |
| 2015 | -- | $172,500 |
| 2014 | -- | $172,500 |
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Neighborhood: Allen
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Herman Badillo Community SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 1/10International Preparatory School At Grover ClevelaGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Marva J Daniel Futures Preparatory SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.7 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.
- New York
- Erie County
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- Allen
- 543 Franklin St
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