Lynn McCarthy
Keller Williams Realty WNY
(716) 303-4859
72 Total Sales
2 in First Ward
$125,000 Price Range
161 Oconnell Ave Buffalo, NY 14204
First Ward NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $248,967
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,232
Sq Ft
$202/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Sun or Florida Room
- Porch
- Eat-In Kitchen
- City Honors School At Fosdick Masten Park Rated A
- 1.5 Car Attached Garage
- Open Patio
About This Home
As of February 2025Don't miss this gem just steps from downtown Buffalo! This beautifully updated single-family home offers the perfect blend of charm and modern comfort. Inside, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, all meticulously maintained by the owner. Step onto the all-vinyl front porch and into a welcoming living room that flows into an open, eat-in kitchen, complete with sliding glass doors leading to a concrete patio. The versatile garage space is perfect for entertaining, lounging, or secure parking. With countless updates throughout, this Buffalo treasure is ready to be your next home. Check out the attached list of upgrades for all the details! Join us for an open house this Saturday 11/9 from 1pm-3pm. Offers due Thursday 11/14 at 12pm.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Listing by Red Door Real Estate WNY LLC Brokerage Phone: 716-603-3861 License #10401317036 Listed on: 11/04/2024
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,886
Year Built
- Built in 1997
Lot Details
- 5,000 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x100
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Rectangular Lot
Parking
- 1.5 Car Attached Garage
- Heated Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Block Foundation
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,232 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Sliding Doors
- Sun or Florida Room
- Eat-In Kitchen
Flooring
- Carpet
- Laminate
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Open Patio
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 8
- Assessor Parcel Number 140200-122-480-0004-008-100
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 4, 2024
Closed on
Jan 13, 2025
Sold by
Dunbar Jeffrey B and Dunbar Kathleen Granchelli
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Carissa Sutter
Red Door Real Estate WNY LLC
Buyer's Agent
Caitlin Coder
Schneider Real Estate Services LLC
List Price
$235,000
Sold Price
$245,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
4.26%
Views
59
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$3,967
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.00%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 14, 2018
Sold by
Forsyth David A and Estate Of Loretta J Pike
Bought by
Forsyth David A and Parker Francis W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
VA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 31, 1997
Sold by
Old 1St Ward Community Associa
Bought by
Pike Loretta J
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 19, 1997
Sold by
City Of Buffalo Urban Ren Ewal
Bought by
Old First Ward Community Assoc
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in First Ward, NY
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Lynn McCarthy
-
Kamran Mazhar
Kamran Mazhar
WNY Metro Roberts Realty
(929) 552-5464
50 Total Sales
1 in First Ward
$71,000 Price
-
Joseph Sciandra
Joseph Sciandra
Red Door Real Estate WNY LLC
(716) 271-7606
136 Total Sales
4 in First Ward
$55K - $125K Price Range
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Musa Alamari
Musa Alamari
Howard Hanna WNY Inc.
(716) 403-2842
142 Total Sales
5 in First Ward
$55K - $110K Price Range
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Robert Nowak
Robert Nowak
MJ Peterson Real Estate Inc.
(716) 309-5082
45 Total Sales
2 in First Ward
$150,000 Price Range
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Kevin Cullen
Kevin Cullen
Responds QuicklyHoward Hanna WNY Inc.
(716) 403-2240
220 Total Sales
2 in First Ward
$192,000 Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $245,000 | None Available | ||
| Forsyth David A | $120,000 | None Available | |
| Pike Loretta J | $78,900 | -- | |
| Old First Ward Community Assoc | $1,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $122,650 | ||
| Previous Owner | Forsyth David A | $120,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/10/2025 02/10/25 | Sold | $245,000 | +4.3% | $199 / Sq Ft |
| 11/19/2024 11/19/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/04/2024 11/04/24 | For Sale | $235,000 | -- | $191 / Sq Ft |
Source: Western New York Real Estate Information Services (WNYREIS)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $767 | $173,000 | $13,000 | $160,000 |
| 2024 | $163 | $116,000 | $3,100 | $112,900 |
| 2023 | $323 | $116,000 | $3,100 | $112,900 |
| 2022 | $333 | $116,000 | $3,100 | $112,900 |
| 2021 | $333 | $116,000 | $3,100 | $112,900 |
| 2020 | $500 | $116,000 | $3,100 | $112,900 |
| 2019 | $1,783 | $65,000 | $6,300 | $58,700 |
| 2018 | $1,678 | $65,000 | $6,300 | $58,700 |
| 2017 | $387 | $65,000 | $6,300 | $58,700 |
| 2016 | $1,266 | $65,000 | $6,300 | $58,700 |
| 2015 | -- | $65,000 | $6,300 | $58,700 |
| 2014 | -- | $65,000 | $6,300 | $58,700 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Carissa Sutter
Seller's Agent in 2025
Carissa Sutter
Red Door Real Estate WNY LLC
(716) 603-3861
2 in this area
73 Total Sales
-
Caitlin Coder
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Caitlin Coder
Schneider Real Estate Services LLC
(716) 548-0267
1 in this area
5 Total Sales
Map
Source: Western New York Real Estate Information Services (WNYREIS)
MLS Number: B1575466
APN: 140200-122-480-0004-008-100
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