Updated Duplex with Finished
1679 Amherst Street, Buffalo, NY 14214
- Added:
- Jun 17, 2026
- Days on Market:
- 8
- Last Refresh:
- Jun 24 at 6:06 am
Property Features for 1679 Amherst Street
General Information
- Property type
- Residential Multi Family
- Property subtype
- Other
- Bedrooms
- 6
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Rooms
- Basement, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 6, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5
- Interior features
- Attic, CeilingFans, NaturalWoodwork
- Exterior features
- Balcony, Fence
- Fencing
- Fenced
- Fireplace
- 1
- Appliances
- GasWaterHeater
- Standard status
- Active
- APN
- 140200-089-280-0005-006-000
- Size
- 2,508 SF
Taxes and HOA fees
- Tax Annual Amount
- 3437
Utilities
- Heating system
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
- Water source
- Public
Building Details
- Year built
- 1920
- Floors in Building
- 3
- Number of units
- 2
- Flooring type
- Laminate, Hardwood, Varies, Tile
- Building materials
- WoodSiding, CopperPlumbing, PexPlumbing
- Roof type
- Asphalt
- Architectural style
- Other
Listing agent Susan L Mecca License #10401232868 (716) 407-0373
Listing office WNY Metro Roberts Realty 2211 Sheridan Drive, cheektowaga, NY (716) 875-2211
Listing date Jun 17, 2026
MLS# B1688500
Listing URL
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HighLights
- Multi‑family home with 6+ bedrooms and 3 full baths; includes a lower unit and an upper unit plus additional finished attic space.
- Finished attic adds approximately 1,250 SF of usable space, with a full bath and 2–3 additional rooms (bedroom/extra flex space).
- Upper unit refreshed with fresh paint and a fully renovated kitchen featuring new stainless steel appliances, butcher block countertops, cabinetry, hardware, and flooring.
- Updated bath includes new vanity and a custom shower with built‑in shelving and drainage system, plus new fans and light fixtures.
- Improvements include roof approx. 7 years old, updated electrical service, new hot water tanks, and Drylok‑treated basement walls.
- Exterior features include a private balcony, fenced yard, and a driveway that accommodates two vehicles.
Overview
This updated duplex offers two separate residential units within one distinctive building. The lower unit features three bedrooms, a spacious living room and dining room, an updated bath, and a private entrance with a covered front porch. The upper unit has been refreshed with new paint, and includes a fully renovated kitchen with stainless steel appliances, butcher block countertops, new cabinetry and hardware, plus updated flooring. The upper bath includes a new vanity and a custom shower with built-in shelving and drainage, along with newer fans and light fixtures. Original character remains throughout, including beautiful woodwork and hardwood floors, with some newer windows that help bring in natural light.
The property is located near Delaware Park, Hoyt Lake, and the Buffalo Zoo, with close proximity to Hertel Avenue and Buffalo Metro Rail access. It is also convenient to Elmwood Village and multiple museums, including the Buffalo AKG Art Museum and the Buffalo History Museum.
Additional living and storage space is provided by a fully finished attic, which includes a full bath and two to three additional rooms for flexible use. The full dry basement offers storage and utility space, and key improvements include Drylok-treated basement walls, updated electrical service, new hot water tanks, new exterior doors, and a roof approximately seven years old. Outside, a driveway accommodates two vehicles and a partially fenced backyard provides room for outdoor enjoyment.
The property is located near Delaware Park, Hoyt Lake, and the Buffalo Zoo, with close proximity to Hertel Avenue and Buffalo Metro Rail access. It is also convenient to Elmwood Village and multiple museums, including the Buffalo AKG Art Museum and the Buffalo History Museum.
Additional living and storage space is provided by a fully finished attic, which includes a full bath and two to three additional rooms for flexible use. The full dry basement offers storage and utility space, and key improvements include Drylok-treated basement walls, updated electrical service, new hot water tanks, new exterior doors, and a roof approximately seven years old. Outside, a driveway accommodates two vehicles and a partially fenced backyard provides room for outdoor enjoyment.
Local Financial Insights For Multifamily LT 5
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
NOI Build-Up
- Vacancy
- income lost from leasable area expected to sit empty during the year — subtracted from gross rent.
- EGI (Effective Gross Income)
- gross rent minus vacancy losses — the realistic income before paying operating costs.
- OpEx (Operating Expenses)
- recurring costs to operate the property (property tax, insurance, utilities, maintenance, management) — excludes financing and capital improvements.
- NOI (Net Operating Income)
- income a property generates after operating costs but before financing and taxes.
| Component | $ | $/SF |
|---|---|---|
| Gross rent | $37.6k | $15.00 |
| − Vacancy | −$2.1k | −$0.83 |
| EGI | $35.6k | $14.17 |
| − OpEx | −$10.7k | −$4.25 |
| NOI | $24.9k | $9.92 |
2,508 SF · lease $15.00/SF/yr · vacancy 5.50% · expense 30.00%
Alternative Uses
Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$355.5K
$311.1K – $414.8K
NOI $24,886 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.13%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$327.4K
$286.5K – $382.0K
NOI $22,921 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 6.56%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$603.1K
$527.7K – $703.7K
NOI $42,219 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 12.09%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.
Property Profile
Location Intelligence
Current Use by Public Records
Duplexes
Location Insight
- Map
- Local Demand
- City
- Buffalo
- County
- Erie
- State
- New York
- Longitude
- -78.842142
- Latitude
- 42.939995
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FAQs
What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two-unit layout with renovated upper kitchen, private entries, and expanded attic space with a full bath.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 1679 Amherst Street Buffalo, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $349,232.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Multi‑family home with 6+ bedrooms and 3 full baths; includes a lower unit and an upper unit plus additional finished attic space.; Finished attic adds approximately 1,250 SF of usable space, with a full bath and 2–3 additional rooms (bedroom/extra flex space).; Upper unit refreshed with fresh paint and a fully renovated kitchen featuring new stainless steel appliances, butcher block countertops, cabinetry, hardware, and flooring.
