NOT LISTED FOR SALE

88 Helen Ave Buffalo, NY 14219

Estimated Value: $230,000 - $261,000

5 Beds
2 Baths
1,952 Sq Ft
$129/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 01, 2021

Last sale price $198,000 $101 Per Sq Ft

Est. 27% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,766/month

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Property is near public transit
  • Skylights
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Storage
  • 3-minute walk to Jfk Playground

About This Home

As of December 2021

This very spacious 2 family home is a great opportunity to occupy the lower level and rent the upper to assist with your mortgage payment, buy as a total investment and rent both units or have family in both! The lower level has a fully applianced eat-in kitchen, large living room/dining room combo, 3 bedrooms and a full bath with walk-in shower. The upper unit also offers an applianced kitchen, beautiful living room with vaulted ceiling with skylights, 2 bedrooms and a full bath. The full basement is finished with a 23x20 rec room/2 additional finished rooms 11x8 & 13x8, lots of storage, laundry and a full bath with newer tub surround. There is a walk up attic which offers lots of storage or can be finished. The home features maintenance free vinyl siding and a covered front porch with trex railings. The large driveway fits many cars and is newly sealed, There is an 8x12 shed, roof approximately 5 YR. old and nice landscaping. Conveniently located to all shopping, dining and recreation; easy access to the NYS Thruway and easy commute to Downtown Buffalo; close to beaches and water views.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Laura Giuseppetti

Listing by J Lawrence Realty License #40GI0972103 Listed on: 08/25/2021

Last Buyer's Agent

Donna Pease

Listing by Howard Hanna WNY Inc. License #10401201030

Howard Hanna WNY Inc.

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,673

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 5,750 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x115
  • Partially Fenced Property

Parking

  • Paved Parking

Home Design

  • Poured Concrete
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,952 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Storage
  • Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Location

  • Property is near public transit

Schools

  • Blasdell Elementary School
  • Frontier Middle School
  • Frontier Senior High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Tax Lot 11
  • Assessor Parcel Number 144801-151-620-0004-011-000

Community Details

Overview

  • 2 Units
  • Buffalo Crk Reservation Subdivision

Building Details

  • 2 Separate Gas Meters

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,673

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Sub Type: Multi Family
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Rent Includes: Other, See Remarks
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Lot Features: Near Public Transit, Residential Lot
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Subdivision Name: Buffalo Crk Reservation
  • Directions: South Park to Helen Ave
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Varies
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Storage, Skylights
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Year Built Details: Existing
  • Financial Info Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement: Full, Finished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories: 2

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Partial
  • Acres: 0.132
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Features: Fence
  • Foundation Details: Poured

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Paved

Utilities

  • Heating: Gas, Forced Air
  • HeatingYN: Yes
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Connected, Public

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Frontier
  • Ninth Grade High School: Frontier Senior High
  • Middle Or Junior School: Frontier Middle

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 144801-151-620-0004-011-000
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X115
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5750.0
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units In Community: 2
  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Number Of Separate Electric Meters: 2
  • Number Of Separate Gas Meters: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4673.0
  • Tax Lot: 11

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Blasdell Elementary

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 25, 2021
Closed on
Nov 30, 2021
Sold by
Norton Tara A and Schmitt Roger D
Bought by
Mason Paula
Seller's Agent
Laura Giuseppetti
J Lawrence Realty
Buyer's Agent
Donna Pease
Howard Hanna WNY Inc.
List Price
$209,900
Sold Price
$198,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,900
-5.67%
Current Estimated Value
$251,933

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$53,933
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.02%
Original Mortgage
$194,413
Outstanding Balance
$178,761
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$73,172

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 25, 2021
Closed on
Nov 9, 2021
Sold by
Norton Tara A and Burns Michelle L
Bought by
Schmitt Roger D and Schmitt Leanne E
Seller's Agent
Laura Giuseppetti
J Lawrence Realty
Buyer's Agent
Donna Pease
Howard Hanna WNY Inc.
List Price
$209,900
Sold Price
$198,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,900
-5.67%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$194,413
Outstanding Balance
$178,761
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$73,172

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 20, 2018
Sold by
Schmitt Roger D and Schmitt Leanne E
Bought by
Schmitt Roger D and Schmitt Leanne E
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Mason Paula $198,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Schmitt Roger D -- None Available
Schmitt Roger D -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Mason Paula $194,413
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/01/2021 12/01/21 Sold $198,000 -3.4% $101 / Sq Ft
09/18/2021 09/18/21 Pending -- -- --
09/17/2021 09/17/21 Price Changed $204,900 -2.4% $105 / Sq Ft
08/24/2021 08/24/21 For Sale $209,900 -- $108 / 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 $5,393 $64,300 $4,000 $60,300
2023 $5,275 $64,300 $4,000 $60,300
2022 $4,964 $64,300 $4,000 $60,300
2021 $3,524 $64,300 $4,000 $60,300
2020 $3,167 $64,300 $4,000 $60,300
2019 $3,263 $64,300 $4,000 $60,300
2018 $3,373 $64,300 $4,000 $60,300
2017 $1,408 $64,300 $4,000 $60,300
2016 $3,290 $64,300 $4,000 $60,300
2015 -- $64,300 $4,000 $60,300
2014 -- $64,300 $4,000 $60,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

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

MLS Number: B1362240

Western New York Real Estate Information Services (WNYREIS)

APN: 144801-151-620-0004-011-000