Welcome to this truly charming 4-bedroom, 1 bath Cape nestled on a lovely, well-kept, and quiet street—just a short walk to Wegmans, shopping, and all conveniences. Step inside to find a bright, newly renovated kitchen with all appliances included, plus a washer and dryer for added ease. Gleaming hardwood floors run through most of the home, and a striking brick wall in the living room adds warmth and character. Enjoy peace of mind with a new furnace and A/C, as well as newer windows and roof. Outside, you’ll find a large deck, spacious 2-car garage, an additional shed for storage, and a huge fully fenced yard—perfect for outdoor living and entertaining.
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$242,000
78 Hillcrest Dr, Amherst, NY 14226
4beds
1,092sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
6,743 Square Feet Lot
$274,300 Zestimate®
$222/sqft
$2,078 Estimated rent
Home value
$274,300
$258,000 - $291,000
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Bright newly renovated kitchenLarge deckStriking brick wallAdditional shed for storageHuge fully fenced yardNewer windows and roofGleaming hardwood floors
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Listed by:
Robyn Sansone 716-523-8508,
WNYbyOwner.com
Bought with:
Jason P Sokody, 10301212761
Howard Hanna WNY Inc.
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: B1597848
Originating MLS: Buffalo
Originating MLS: BuffaloFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Heating
- Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Separate/Formal Living Room, Granite Counters, Natural Woodwork, Bedroom on Main Level
- Flooring: Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Other, See Remarks, Varies
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,092
- Total interior livable area: 1,092 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Concrete Driveway, Deck, Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 6,743 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 168
- Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1422890672500001008000
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod,Two Story
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Poured
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Amherst
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $222/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $199,000
- Annual tax amount: $4,143
- Date on market: 4/6/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 15 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/21/2025 | Sold | $242,000-3.2%$222/sqft |
Source:  NYSAMLSs #B1597848 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2025 | Pending sale | $249,900$229/sqft |
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| 4/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $249,900+61.2%$229/sqft |
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| 3/6/2020 | Sold | $155,000+7%$142/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1248317 Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2020 | Pending sale | $144,900$133/sqft |
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| 1/28/2020 | Listed for sale | $144,900$133/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $199,000 |
| 2024 | -- | $199,000 +84.3% |
| 2023 | -- | $108,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $108,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $108,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $108,000 |
| 2019 | -- | $108,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $108,000 |
| 2017 | $2,203 +71.5% | $108,000 +19.2% |
| 2016 | $1,285 | $90,600 |
| 2015 | -- | $90,600 |
| 2014 | -- | $90,600 |
| 2013 | -- | $90,600 |
| 2012 | -- | $90,600 |
| 2011 | -- | $90,600 |
| 2010 | -- | $90,600 |
| 2009 | -- | $90,600 +14.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $79,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $79,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $79,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $79,000 +14.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2003 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2001 | -- | $68,800 |
| 2000 | -- | $68,800 |
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Neighborhood: 14226
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Maplemere Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.6 mi
- 3/10Sweet Home Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Sweet Home Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Sweet Home
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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- 78 Hillcrest Dr
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