$450,000
SOLD FEB 24, 2025
7 Beds
5 Baths
5,029 Sq Ft
8,000 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$89 Per Sq Ft

18% Below List Price

155 Days on Market

Highlights

  • The property is located in a historic district
  • 4-minute walk to Utica
  • Attic
  • Wood Flooring
  • Victorian Architecture
  • 1 Fireplace

About This Home

As of February 2025

Welcome to 385 Linwood Ave, Buffalo, NY – a historic 5,000+ sq. ft. Victorian masterpiece brimming with charm. This three-floor home features a sprinkler system, ensuring safety and peace of mind. With 7 spacious bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms, and 2 half bathrooms, it is perfect for accommodating family and guests (can easily have 2 separate in-law units). The property boasts a beautiful slate roof in excellent condition and a south chimney rebuilt to original specifications with a brand liner and new gas fireplace in the living room. Solid mechanics run throughout the house, ensuring reliability and comfort. The large open kitchen is ideal for entertaining, while the deck, fenced-in yard, complete with a brand new fence, provides privacy and space for outdoor activities. Situated within walking distance to Elmwood Village and very close to downtown and major colleges, this home offers convenience and accessibility. Immerse yourself in the timeless beauty of this property, blending historic character with modern comforts. Don't miss the opportunity to own a piece of Buffalo's architectural heritage on the highly coveted Linwood Ave.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Karp

Listing by Realty ONE Group Empower Brokerage Phone: 716-553-9963 License #10301218689 Listed on: 06/23/2024

Realty ONE Group Empower

Last Buyer's Agent

Nicholas Giambra

Listing by Iconic Real Estate License #10301221885

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,815

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 8,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x160

Home Design

  • Victorian Architecture
  • Stone Foundation
  • Wood Siding
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Copper Plumbing

Interior Spaces

  • 5,029 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Separate Formal Living Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Laundry Room
  • Attic

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 7 Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

Parking

  • No Garage
  • Driveway

Outdoor Features

  • Open Patio
  • Porch

Location

  • The property is located in a historic district

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Heat Pump System
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 26
  • Assessor Parcel Number 140200-100-390-0002-026-200

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,815

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Attribution Contact: 716-553-9963
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: In Basement
  • Lot Features: Historic District, Residential Lot
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Directions: West Utica to Linwood
  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Tile, Varies, Vinyl
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Interior Features: Attic, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room, In-Law Floorplan
  • Year Built Details: Existing
  • Financial Info Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • ResoBuildingAreaSource: PublicRecords
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Appliances Negotiable, Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 7
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.1837
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Aluminum Siding, Wood Siding, Copper Plumbing
  • Exterior Features: Concrete Driveway
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • Patio And Porch Features: Open, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: No Garage

Utilities

  • Cooling: Heat Pump
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Electric, Gas, Heat Pump, Baseboard, Hot Water
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Connected, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Buffalo

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 140200-100-390-0002-026-200
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X160
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8000.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 5815.0
  • Tax Lot: 26

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 23, 2024
Closed on
Jan 16, 2025
Sold by
Scigaj Amanda and Miller Christopher Anderson
Bought by
Houck Max and Rockwell Lesley
Seller's Agent
Robert Karp
Realty ONE Group Empower
Buyer's Agent
Nicholas Giambra
Iconic Real Estate
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$99,900
-18.17%
Views
404
Current Estimated Value
$475,085

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$25,085
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.75%
Original Mortgage
$427,500
Interest Rate
6.76%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 3, 2020
Closed on
Aug 20, 2020
Sold by
Adams Annie
Bought by
Scigaj Amanda and Miller Christopher Anderson
Seller's Agent
Susan Lenahan
MJ Peterson Real Estate Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Susan Lenahan
MJ Peterson Real Estate Inc.
List Price
$399,900
Sold Price
$397,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,400
-0.6%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.78%
Original Mortgage
$318,000
Interest Rate
2.4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 4, 2018
Closed on
Sep 26, 2018
Sold by
Huffnagle John J and Huffnagle Faith Marie
Bought by
Adams Annie
Seller's Agent
Nicholas Giambra
Iconic Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Nicholas Giambra
Iconic Real Estate
List Price
$349,000
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-8.31%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.09%
Original Mortgage
$256,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 4, 2018
Closed on
Aug 16, 2018
Sold by
Huggnagle John J
Bought by
Huffnagle Faith Marie and Huffnagle John J
Seller's Agent
Nicholas Giambra
Iconic Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Nicholas Giambra
Iconic Real Estate
List Price
$349,000
Sold Price
$320,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$29,000
-8.31%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$256,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 7, 2008
Sold by
Hsbc Bank Usa National Association and Hsbc Bank Usa
Bought by
Huffnagle John J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$164,430
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 2004
Sold by
Cooperwood Finley B
Bought by
Miller John M
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $450,000 First American Mortgage Sln
Warranty Deed $397,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $397,500 None Available
Warranty Deed $320,000 None Available
Warranty Deed $320,000 None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Bargain Sale Deed $153,700 None Available
Bargain Sale Deed $153,700 None Available
Bargain Sale Deed $153,700 None Available
Warranty Deed $138,200 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $427,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $318,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $256,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $164,430 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
02/24/2025 02/24/25 Sold $450,000 -10.0% $89 / Sq Ft
11/25/2024 11/25/24 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2024 08/01/24 Price Changed $499,900 -9.1% $99 / Sq Ft
06/23/2024 06/23/24 For Sale $549,900 +38.3% $109 / Sq Ft
08/20/2020 08/20/20 Sold $397,500 -0.6% $79 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/07/2020 06/07/20 Pending -- -- --
06/03/2020 06/03/20 For Sale $399,900 +25.0% $80 / Sq Ft
09/26/2018 09/26/18 Sold $320,000 -4.4% $64 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/12/2018 07/12/18 Pending -- -- --
07/05/2018 07/05/18 Price Changed $334,555 -4.1% $67 / Sq Ft
06/04/2018 06/04/18 For Sale $349,000 -- $69 / 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 $2,062 $368,000 $70,000 $298,000
2023 $1,865 $368,000 $70,000 $298,000
2022 $1,850 $368,000 $70,000 $298,000
2021 $1,850 $368,000 $70,000 $298,000
2020 $1,897 $368,000 $70,000 $298,000
2019 $6,036 $220,000 $46,300 $173,700
2018 $5,521 $220,000 $46,300 $173,700
2017 $1,152 $220,000 $46,300 $173,700
2016 $4,712 $220,000 $46,300 $173,700
2015 -- $220,000 $46,300 $173,700
2014 -- $220,000 $46,300 $173,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

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

MLS Number: B1547325

Western New York Real Estate Information Services (WNYREIS)

APN: 140200-100-390-0002-026-200