Robert Nowak
MJ Peterson Real Estate Inc.
(716) 309-5082
45 Total Sales
1 in West Side
$225,000 Price
655 Prospect Ave Buffalo, NY 14213
West Side NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $305,697
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,754
Sq Ft
$174/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Victorian Architecture
- Separate Formal Living Room
- City Honors School At Fosdick Masten Park Rated A
- 2 Fireplaces
- 3-minute walk to Prospect Park
About This Home
As of April 2026BACK ON THE MARKET! NEW PRICE! You wont want to miss this incredible West Side gem. Elegance, charm but mostly HISTORY. Welcome to 655 Prospect! The first home in Buffalo to have electricity! Built buy Frank Perkins in 1900. This home is a must see! The gorgeous wood woodwork, two fireplaces (NRTC) one in the formal sitting room and one in the living room, and an incredible staircase are just a few things that stand out. There are 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms one full bath is in the basement, currently not in use. Updated kitchen and baths, forced air and central air. The property is 37x165! There have only been two families in all these years that have resided in this beauty. This home was once featured in the Heritage Magazine as being the first "Electrified" home in Buffalo!. Showings begin immediately.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Listing by HUNT Real Estate ERA Brokerage Phone: 716-803-4816 License #40LI0884920 Listed on: 01/26/2026
Last Buyer's Agent
Listing by Neighborhood Assistant Corporation of America License #10301217164
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,779
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 6,105 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 37x165
- Rectangular Lot
Parking
- 1.5 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Victorian Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Block Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,754 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Woodwork
- 2 Fireplaces
- Separate Formal Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Walk-Out Basement
- Eat-In Kitchen
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Gas Water Heater
Listing and Financial Details
- Tax Lot 18
- Assessor Parcel Number 140200-099-660-0005-018-000
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 26, 2026
Closed on
Apr 9, 2026
Sold by
Palmeri Michael and Estate Of Joseph C Palmeri
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kelly Limina
HUNT Real Estate ERA
Buyer's Agent
Melvin Taylor
Neighborhood Assistant Corporation of America
List Price
$300,000
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
3.33%
Views
92
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
-$4,303
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.13%
Original Mortgage
$316,850
Outstanding Balance
$315,605
Interest Rate
6.11%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$9,908
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 25, 2020
Sold by
Palmeri Joseph and Palmeri Eileen J
Bought by
Palmeri Joseph
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Robert Nowak
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Caleb Canazzi
Caleb Canazzi
Blue Eagle Realty Corp.
(716) 403-2299
215 Total Sales
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Bo Gurney
Bo Gurney
Gurney Becker & Bourne
(716) 389-5286
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Allyson Matlock
Allyson Matlock
Keller Williams Realty WNY
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147 Total Sales
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$185K - $273K Price Range
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Anthony Dubreville
Anthony Dubreville
Keller Williams Realty WNY
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108 Total Sales
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$345,000 Price Range
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Shabbir Tung
Shabbir Tung
WNY Metro Roberts Realty
(716) 303-3729
71 Total Sales
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$75K - $101K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $310,000 | Fidelity Title Insurance Co | ||
| Palmeri Joseph | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $316,850 | ||
| Closed | Palmeri Joseph C | $8,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/09/2026 04/09/26 | Sold | $310,000 | +3.3% | $177 / Sq Ft |
| 02/10/2026 02/10/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/09/2026 02/09/26 | For Sale | $300,000 | 0.0% | $171 / Sq Ft |
| 02/03/2026 02/03/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 01/26/2026 01/26/26 | For Sale | $300,000 | -- | $171 / 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 | $1,995 | $215,000 | $30,000 | $185,000 |
| 2024 | $594 | $106,000 | $19,000 | $87,000 |
| 2023 | $537 | $106,000 | $19,000 | $87,000 |
| 2022 | $533 | $106,000 | $19,000 | $87,000 |
| 2021 | $533 | $106,000 | $19,000 | $87,000 |
| 2020 | $354 | $106,000 | $19,000 | $87,000 |
| 2019 | $1,262 | $46,000 | $6,200 | $39,800 |
| 2018 | $1,188 | $46,000 | $6,200 | $39,800 |
| 2017 | $274 | $46,000 | $6,200 | $39,800 |
| 2016 | $431 | $46,000 | $6,200 | $39,800 |
| 2015 | -- | $46,000 | $6,200 | $39,800 |
| 2014 | -- | $46,000 | $6,200 | $39,800 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kelly Limina
Seller's Agent in 2026
Kelly Limina
Hunt Real Estate
(716) 803-4816
1 in this area
151 Total Sales
-
Melvin Taylor
MT
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Melvin Taylor
Neighborhood Assistant Corporation of America
(716) 570-4238
1 in this area
39 Total Sales
Map
Source: Western New York Real Estate Information Services (WNYREIS)
MLS Number: B1659694
APN: 140200-099-660-0005-018-000
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