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South Buffalo Multifamily Investment Opportunity

49 Columbus Avenue Buffalo, NY 14220

49 Columbus Avenue, Buffalo, NY, 14220
$250,000
For Sale
$250,000

MULTI_FAMILY - Other - Buffalo, NY

Property Size2,310 SF
Lot Size0.08 Acres
Price / SF$108.23
Days on Market52

Property Features for 49 Columbus Avenue

General Information

Property type
Residential Multi Family
Property subtype
Other
Bedrooms
6
Bathrooms
2
Rooms
Bathroom 2, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bathroom 1, Bedroom 1, Basement, Bedroom 2
Patio and Porch features
Porch
Interior features
CeilingFans
Fireplace
1
Appliances
GasWaterHeater
Standard status
Active
APN
140200-133-390-0003-012-000
Size
2,310 SF
Lot size
0.08 Acres

Taxes and HOA fees

Tax Annual Amount
2673

Utilities

Heating system
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Water source
Public

Building Details

Year built
1940
Floors in Building
2
Number of units
2
Flooring type
Vinyl, Laminate, Carpet, Varies
Building materials
SprayFoamInsulation, VinylSiding
Roof type
Shingle, Asphalt
Architectural style
Other
Listing Agency Keller Williams Realty Lancaster
3400 Southwestern Blvd., Elma, NY
Listed by Ryan Daley · License #10301215815
Added: May 28 Checked: Jul 18 at 1:06 am
MLS# B1685115 Listing URL

Copyright © 2026 New York State Alliance of MLSs, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.


Investment Insights

Based on property information with market context.

Located in a prime South Buffalo neighborhood, 49 Columbus Avenue features two units with spacious floor plans and refreshed kitchens and bathrooms. Substantial capital improvements were completed in 2025, including high-efficiency furnaces, updated electrical service, and basement insulation. The architectural roof was fully replaced in 2024. The property features a maintenance-free vinyl exterior and off-street parking with a concrete parking pad in the rear. A full basement includes laundry amenities, and a walk-up attic offers additional storage potential. The property size is 2310 square feet and the lot size is 0.08 acres.

Key Highlights

  • 3/3 double with refreshed kitchens and bathrooms and spacious floor plans
  • 2025 capital improvements: high‑efficiency furnaces, updated electrical service, and basement insulation
  • Architectural roof full tear‑off completed in 2024; shingle/asphalt roofing

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 $34.7k $15.00
− Vacancy −$1.9k −$0.83
EGI $32.7k $14.17
− OpEx −$9.8k −$4.25
NOI $22.9k $9.92
2,310 SF · lease $15.00/SF/yr · vacancy 5.50% · expense 30.00%

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$327.4K
$286.5K – $382.0K (±1% cap)
NOI $22,921 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 9.17%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$301.6K
$263.9K – $351.9K (±1% cap)
NOI $21,112 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 8.44%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$555.5K
$486.1K – $648.1K (±1% cap)
NOI $38,886 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 15.55%
Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

Property Analytics

Property Profile Location Intelligence

Current Use by Public Records

Duplexes

Suggested Use

Law Firm Real Estate Agency Parking Lot & Garage Hair Salon Skin Care Clinic Spa & Massage Center Gym & Fitness Center (Bike/Boat/Book/etc) Store Cafe & Coffee Shop Travel Agency

Zoning and permitted uses should be independently verified with local authorities.

FAQs

What type of property is this?
Duplex - Professionally maintained duplex in prime South Buffalo neighborhood.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 49 Columbus Avenue Buffalo, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $250,000.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: 3/3 double with refreshed kitchens and bathrooms and spacious floor plans; 2025 capital improvements: high‑efficiency furnaces, updated electrical service, and basement insulation; Architectural roof full tear‑off completed in 2024; shingle/asphalt roofing
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