NOT LISTED FOR SALE

159 California Dr Buffalo, NY 14221

Estimated Value: $242,000 - $350,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
919 Sq Ft
$304/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 02, 2015

Last sale price $150,000 $163 Per Sq Ft

Est. 86% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,962/month

44 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Private Yard
  • Forest Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room

About This Home

As of February 2015

Absolute village charm! Come see why this completely renovated 3 bdrm,1.5 bath village bungalow will be your new home. Home backs up to a popular walk and bike path and is within walking distance to village shops and restaurants! Bamboo flooring greets you as you enter the dining room. Tastefully remodeled bathrooms and kitchen with ceramic tile and granite counters. Brand new high efficiency furnace and central air and water heater. Completely updated electrical service. Fantastic village location. Absolute move in condition.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

William Zaehringer

Listing by eXp Realty License #30ZA0989331 Listed on: 10/17/2014

eXp Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

William Zaehringer

Listing by eXp Realty License #30ZA0989331 Listed on: 10/17/2014

eXp Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,599

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 4,792 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100 x 50
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Rectangular Lot
  • Private Yard

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Block Foundation
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 919 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Parking

  • 1.1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Shed
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

  • Williamsville Heights Community
  • Williamsville Heights Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 142201-080-080-0005-032-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,599

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Additional Structures: Shed/Storage
  • Age: 84
  • NY Swis Code: Williamsville Village-Amherst-142201
  • Total Assessed Value: 75000
  • Foundation Description: Block
  • Listing Type: Exclusive Right To Sell
  • Lot Dimension Depth: 100
  • Lot Dimension Front: 50
  • Lot Information: Neighborhood Street
  • Lot Shape: Rectangular
  • L P Per Acre: 1431818.1800
  • List Price per Sq Ft: 171.3819
  • Nearest Cross Street: Wilton
  • Number of Stories: 1.5000
  • Property Type: Single Family Residential
  • Ratio Close Price By Acres: 1363636.36
  • Ratio Close Price By Sq Ft: 163.22
  • Ratio List Price By Acres: 1431818.18
  • Ratio List Price By Sq Ft: 171.38
  • Regional Board Code: Buffalo
  • Regional Board Number: 6375
  • School Tax: 2220
  • Sale Price List Price: 0.9523
  • S P Per Acre: 1363636.3600
  • S P Per Sq Ft: 163.2200
  • Styles of Residence: Bungalow
  • Sub Board Code: Buffalo
  • Type of Sale: Normal
  • Value Range Search Low Price: 157500.00
  • Village: Williamsville-Village
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Age of Building: 92
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Directions To Property: Main St. to California
  • Subdivision Comm Complex: WILLIAMSVILLE HEIGHTS
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built: 1930

Interior Features

  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Additional Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling, Ceiling Fan, Circuit Breakers - Some, Pex Plumbing- Some, Sump Pump
  • Additional Rooms: 1st Floor Bedroom, Living Room, Porch - Open
  • Basement Description: Full
  • Floor Description: Ceramic-Some, Hardwood-Some
  • Kitchen Dining Description: Eat-In, Formal Dining Room
  • Number of Bedrooms 1st Floor: 1
  • Number of Bedrooms 2nd Floor: 2
  • Number of 1st Floor Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of 2nd Floor Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Rooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1.10
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Sq Ft: 919

Exterior Features

  • Construction: Vinyl
  • Additional Exterior Features: Deck, Garage Door Opener, Partially Fenced Yard, Private Yard - see Remarks
  • Number of Acres: 0.1100

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway Description: Concrete
  • Garage Description: Detached
  • Number of Garage Spaces: 1.1000

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel Description: Gas
  • Hvac Type: AC-Central, Forced Air
  • Sewer Description: Sewer Connected
  • Water Heater Fuel: Gas

Schools

  • School District: Williamsville

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 142201-080-080-0005-032-000

Tax Info

  • Total Taxes: 3599

MLS Schools

  • School District Name: Williamsville

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 17, 2014
Closed on
Dec 24, 2014
Sold by
Bauer Roberet F and Bauer Carol A
Bought by
Signore Julianne
Seller's Agent
William Zaehringer
eXp Realty
Buyer's Agent
William Zaehringer
eXp Realty
List Price
$179,900
Sold Price
$150,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,900
-16.62%
Current Estimated Value
$279,190

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$129,190
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.08%
Original Mortgage
$142,500
Outstanding Balance
$109,345
Interest Rate
3.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$169,845

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 5, 2013
Sold by
Bauer Robert F
Bought by
Bauer Robert F and Bauer Carol A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 11, 2009
Sold by
Household Finance Realty Corporation
Bought by
Bauer Robert F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,856
Interest Rate
5.09%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 30, 2009
Sold by
Holz Susan M
Bought by
Household Finance Realty Corporation

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$72,856
Interest Rate
5.09%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 1995
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Signore Julianne $150,000 None Available
Bauer Robert F -- None Available
Bauer Robert F $74,200 None Available
Household Finance Realty Corporation $500 None Available
-- -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Signore Julianne $142,500
Previous Owner Bauer Robert F $72,856
Previous Owner Holz David $23,393
Previous Owner Holz David $52,300
Previous Owner Holz Susan M $7,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/02/2015 02/02/15 Sold $150,000 -16.6% $163 / Sq Ft
11/30/2014 11/30/14 Pending -- -- --
10/17/2014 10/17/14 For Sale $179,900 -- $196 / Sq Ft
Source: Western New York Real Estate Information Services (WNYREIS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 -- $225,000 $37,000 $188,000
2023 $5,191 $136,000 $15,800 $120,200
2022 $4,852 $136,000 $15,800 $120,200
2021 $3,904 $136,000 $15,800 $120,200
2020 $4,025 $136,000 $15,800 $120,200
2019 $4,522 $136,000 $15,800 $120,200
2018 $4,453 $136,000 $15,800 $120,200
2017 $1,353 $136,000 $15,800 $120,200
2016 $4,579 $125,000 $15,800 $109,200
2015 -- $125,000 $15,800 $109,200
2014 -- $117,000 $15,800 $101,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • William Zaehringer

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    William Zaehringer

    eXp Realty

    (716) 713-1517

    4 in this area

    155 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Western New York Real Estate Information Services (WNYREIS)

MLS Number: B463279

Western New York Real Estate Information Services (WNYREIS)

APN: 142201-080-080-0005-032-000

New York Erie County Buffalo 14221

159 California Dr, Buffalo, NY

This home is located at 159 California Dr, Buffalo, NY 14221 since 17 October 2014 and is currently estimated at $279,190, approximately $303 per square foot. This property was built in 1930. 159 California Dr is a home located in Erie County with nearby schools including Forest Elementary School, Mill Middle School, and Williamsville South High School.

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