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Two-Unit Duplex with Garage
For Sale
$234,900

31 Ellen Drive, Buffalo, NY 14225

Residential, Buffalo, NY

Property Size1,924 SF
Lot Size0.15 Acres
Price / SF$122.09
Days on Market103

Property Features for 31 Ellen Drive

General Information

Property type Residential Multi Family
Property subtype Other
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 3
Full bathrooms 3
Rooms Basement, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 1, Bathroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 2, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 3, Bathroom 1
Parking features Garage
Appliances GasWaterHeater
Lot features Rectangular, Rectangular Lot
Middle school Maryvale Middle
High school Maryvale High
Elementary school district Maryvale
Middle school district Maryvale
High school district Maryvale
Subdivision Cheektowaga-143089
Standard status Active
APN 143089-080-200-0003-025-000
Size 1,924 SF
Lot size 0.15 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount 6137

Utilities

Heating system Natural Gas, Forced Air
Water source Public

Building Details

Year built 1947
Floors in Building 2
Number of units 2
Flooring type Hardwood, Varies
Building materials VinylSiding
Listing Agency: Superlative Real Estate, Inc.
Listed By: Mark Hanes · License #10401260598
Added: Jul 6 Changed: Sep 13 Last Checked: Oct 16 at 2:06PM
MLS# B1695770

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Investment Insights

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Built in 1947, this 1,924-square-foot duplex contains two residential units with separate configurations. One unit includes three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, while the other provides two bedrooms and one full bathroom. The property also includes a full basement, hardwood and varied flooring, vinyl siding, some newer vinyl windows, and a gas water heater.

A large two-car garage, concrete driveway, and additional parking support the property. The home sits on a 0.15-acre lot and is served by public water. A tear-off roof replacement is noted for fall of 2025. Showings are limited to Tuesdays from 3–7 pm and Saturdays from 12–5 pm, with 24-hour notice required.

Key Highlights

  • Two‑unit duplex with 1,924 square feet of property size
  • Unit mix includes 3 bedrooms/2 full bathrooms and 2 bedrooms/1 full bathroom
  • 0.15‑acre lot with a large 2‑car garage and concrete driveway

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$19,091
Cap Rate
8.13%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$381,820 $381.8K
Cap Rate 7%
$272,729 $272.7K
Cap Rate 9%
$212,122 $212.1K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 1,924 SF
Gross rent
$28.9K $15.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$1.6K −$0.83/SF
EGI
$27.3K $14.17/SF
− OpEx
−$8.2K −$4.25/SF
NOI
$19.1K $9.92/SF
Area
Buffalo, NY
Vacancy
5.50%
Lease Rate
$15.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
Simulate Cap Rate and NOI
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$381,820
Cap Rate 7%
$272,729
Cap Rate 9%
$212,122

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$272.7K
$238.6K – $318.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $19,091 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.13%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$251.2K
$219.8K – $293.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $17,584 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.49%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$462.7K
$404.9K – $539.8K (±1% cap)
NOI $32,388 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 13.79%
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Current Use

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Top Pick Real Estate Agency Hair Salon Nail Salon Building Supply Parking Lot & Garage Spa & Massage Center

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Lease Details

2
Residential units

Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

232
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 14225, NY

34,066
Population
16,253
Households
2.1
Avg Household Size
41
Median Age
29%
College-Educated
93%
High-School Grad
11.5 sq mi
ZIP Area
2,962
Density / Sq Mi
$65,562
Median Household Income
$44,408
Median Earnings
$937
Median Rent
$154,500
Median Home Value
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Market

Vacancy Rate% for Multifamily in Northeast region

4% 2022
4.6% 2023
5.3% 2024
5.6% 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Two residential units offer distinct bedroom and bathroom configurations, a full basement, and natural-gas forced-air heating.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 31 Ellen Drive Buffalo, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $234,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two‑unit duplex with 1,924 square feet of property size; Unit mix includes 3 bedrooms/2 full bathrooms and 2 bedrooms/1 full bathroom; 0.15‑acre lot with a large 2‑car garage and concrete driveway
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