Seller's Agent in 2026
David Weitzel
Element Realty Services
(716) 481-3770
8 in this area
42 Total Sales
40 15th St Buffalo, NY 14213
West Side Neighborhood
6
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,395
Sq Ft
4,356
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Property is near public transit
- 2 Fireplaces
- Home Office
- Wood Flooring
- Separate Formal Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
As of February 2026Welcome to 40 15th Street, a spacious and beautifully maintained 6-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial offering 2,395 sq ft of character and comfort on a quiet one-way street just off Connecticut in Buffalo’s vibrant West Side. Built in 1874, this home blends classic woodwork, hardwood floors, tall ceilings, and 2 fireplaces with extensive modern updates. Move in ready updates include a new high-efficiency 96% furnace (2024), new LVP flooring in the kitchen and back hall (2024), on-demand hot water and central A/C (2022), double-pane low-E windows with warranties (2022 & 2018), whole-house insulation (2020), and a 50-year tear-off architectural roof (2019). The first floor offers multiple living spaces with gorgeous functioning pocket doors, a formal dining room, and a fully updated kitchen with soft-close maple cabinets, granite counters, and stainless appliances (2021), complemented by an all-new half bath with additional room for a shower to be added (2025). Additional upgrades include new gutters, rear porch, storm door, porch lighting, basement stairs, and extensive second-floor plaster repair and paint (2025), plus a new washer/dryer and basement dehumidifier with warranties. The rare 30x150 fully fenced lot features mature landscaping, perennial gardens showcased in Garden Walk and Buffalo in Bloom, planted trees, and excellent privacy. With walkability to Southern Junction, Breadhive, Augies, 3 blocks from the five points, public transit access, and generous indoor and outdoor space, this home offers exceptional character, comfort, and long-term value in a prime West Side location. SQ FT agent measured
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Listing by Element Realty Services Brokerage Email: david@elementrealty.CO License #10491210716 Listed on: 12/01/2025
Co-Listed By
Listing by Element Realty Services Brokerage Email: david@elementrealty.CO License #40CA1116613
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,238
Year Built
- Built in 1874
Lot Details
- 4,500 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 30x150
- Rectangular Lot
Parking
- No Garage
Home Design
- Stone Foundation
- Spray Foam Insulation
- Blown-In Insulation
- Wood Siding
- Copper Plumbing
Interior Spaces
- 2,395 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- 2 Fireplaces
- Entrance Foyer
- Separate Formal Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Oven
- Free-Standing Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient Appliances
- Energy-Efficient HVAC
Location
- Property is near public transit
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 10
- Assessor Parcel Number 140200-099-600-0009-010-000
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 13, 2012
Closed on
Mar 15, 2013
Sold by
Sharpe Wayne R and Bishop Walter W
Bought by
Grabenstatter Susan
Seller's Agent
Lynn Meredith
No Office Affiliation
Buyer's Agent
David Weitzel
Element Realty Services
List Price
$69,900
Sold Price
$64,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,900
-8.44%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.58%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Executors Deed | $64,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02/24/2026 02/24/26 | Sold | $351,000 | +3.3% | $147 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/17/2025 12/17/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/01/2025 12/01/25 | For Sale | $339,900 | +431.1% | $142 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/18/2013 03/18/13 | Sold | $64,000 | -8.4% | $30 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/20/2012 10/20/12 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/13/2012 10/13/12 | For Sale | $69,900 | -- | $33 / Sq Ft |
Source: Western New York Real Estate Information Services (WNYREIS)
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 | $390 | $139,000 | $16,000 | $123,000 |
| 2023 | $352 | $139,000 | $16,000 | $123,000 |
| 2022 | $349 | $139,000 | $16,000 | $123,000 |
| 2021 | $349 | $139,000 | $16,000 | $123,000 |
| 2020 | $165 | $139,000 | $16,000 | $123,000 |
| 2019 | $1,177 | $42,900 | $5,300 | $37,600 |
| 2018 | $950 | $42,900 | $5,300 | $37,600 |
| 2017 | $128 | $42,900 | $5,300 | $37,600 |
| 2016 | $206 | $42,900 | $5,300 | $37,600 |
| 2015 | -- | $42,900 | $5,300 | $37,600 |
| 2014 | -- | $42,900 | $5,300 | $37,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
David Weitzel
-
Mandy Carl
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Mandy Carl
Element Realty Services
(716) 870-8732
1 in this area
77 Total Sales
-
Charles Ehlers
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Charles Ehlers
Hunt Real Estate
(716) 421-3435
3 in this area
32 Total Sales
-
L
Seller's Agent in 2013
Lynn Meredith
No Office Affiliation
Map
Source: Western New York Real Estate Information Services (WNYREIS)
MLS Number: B1652946
APN: 140200-099-600-0009-010-000
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