Former School Redevelopment
21 Davidson Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215
Large 46,363 sq. ft. building in South Buffalo.
Type:Special Purpose
Property size:
46,363 SFLot size:
0.86 Acres- Added:
- Mar 13, 2026
- Days on Market:
- 69
- Last Refresh:
- Mar 19 at 10:37 pm
Property Features for 21 Davidson Ave
General Information
- Standard status
- Active
- Size
- 46,363 SF
- Lot size
- 0.86 Acres
- Property subtype
- Special Purpose
Listing agent Michael Foster License #NY
Listing office Foster Real Estate
Listing date Mar 13, 2026
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HighLights
- Large‑format redevelopment opportunity: 46,363 sq. ft. building on 0.86 acres in South Buffalo.
- Potential for significant subsidies through New York State's Affordable Home Ownership Program (up to $200,000 per unit).
- Versatile adaptive‑reuse potential: suitable for housing, education, offices, community facilities, and more.
- Impressive 6,500 sq. ft. gymnasium with full basketball court and 18' ceilings.
- Recent capital improvements: including new lighting, renovated bathrooms, fresh paint, and boiler replacement.
- Dual access from Davidson and Hastings Avenues with ample on‑site parking.
Overview
This expansive 46,363 sq. ft. former school facility presents a redevelopment opportunity in a well-established South Buffalo neighborhood. Situated on a 0.86-acre lot with access from Davidson Avenue and Hastings Avenue, the property provides on-site parking and outdoor space. The building includes 13 classrooms, each measuring approximately 500-610 sq. ft. A standout feature is the 6,500+/- sq. ft. gymnasium with a full basketball court, complemented by 18' ceiling heights and 20' corridors. The property includes three women's bathrooms, three men's bathrooms, and one single bathroom. There is also a fourth-floor attic level not counted in the stated square footage, offering potential for additional units or usable space through conversion. Recent capital improvements include energy-efficient lighting upgrades (2024), renovated bathrooms with modern fixtures (2023), refreshed interior paint (2023), new stair treads and carpeting (2022), and a boiler replacement (2019). All exterior doors have been replaced within the last five years. The property is suited for adaptive-reuse concepts, including housing conversion, educational or institutional use, community facilities, professional offices, religious organizations, or other mission-driven redevelopment. The site qualifies for New York State's Affordable Home Ownership Program, offering subsidies up to $200,000 per unit. Some deferred maintenance items have been noted, including roof leaks, damaged ceiling tiles, and foundation weeping during heavy rains.
Property Profile
Insight Report
Location Intelligence
Current Use by Public Records
Schools
Location Insight
- Map
- Local Demand
- City
- Buffalo
- County
- Erie
- State
- New York
- Longitude
- -78.8123357
- Latitude
- 42.9369172
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FAQs
What type of property is this?
School - Large 46,363 sq. ft. building in South Buffalo.
Where is this school located?
The property is located at 21 Davidson Ave Buffalo, NY.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Large‑format redevelopment opportunity: 46,363 sq. ft. building on 0.86 acres in South Buffalo.; Potential for significant subsidies through New York State's Affordable Home Ownership Program (up to $200,000 per unit).; Versatile adaptive‑reuse potential: suitable for housing, education, offices, community facilities, and more.
