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    521 Main Street, Buffalo, NY 14203

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    For Sale
    $750,000

    Four-story building in downtown Buffalo with redevelopment potential.

    Type:Office
    Property size:
    8,800 SF
    Price / SF:
    $85/SF
    Added:
    Nov 21, 2025
    Days on Market:
    181
    Last Refresh:
    Apr 5 at 8:59 pm

    Property Features for 521 Main Street

    General Information

    Standard status
    Active
    Size
    8,800 SF
    Property subtype
    Office

    Building Details

    Year Built
    1900

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    Listing Contact
    Ronald Gunner Tronolone
    Ronald Gunner Tronolone

    Listing agent Ronald Gunner Tronolone License #NY #30TR0558114

    Listing office Hunt Commercial - Buffalo

    Listing date Nov 21, 2025

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    HighLights

    • Prime location in the heart of downtown Buffalo.
    • Anchored by established Misuta Chow Restaurant (floors 1, 2 & basement).
    • Significant redevelopment and new business growth in the 500 Block of Main Street.
    • Architectural beauty with historical significance.
    • Two floors (3 & 4) of raw, undeveloped space (2200sf per floor) offering customization potential.
    • Four‑story building.

    Overview

    Located on Main Street in Buffalo's 500 Block, this four-story building combines historical architecture with redevelopment opportunities. The property is situated in a neighborhood experiencing new business growth and tenant influx. The building is anchored by Misuta Chow Restaurant, which occupies the first and second floors, as well as the basement. The third and fourth floors offer raw, undeveloped spaces, presenting a blank canvas for customization. Each floor measures approximately 2200 square feet, contributing to a total property size of 8800 square feet. The building is located in the heart of downtown Buffalo.
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    Current Use by Public Records

    Misuta Chow's Restaurant

    Suggested Use

    Restaurant Real Estate Agency Building Supply Spa & Massage Center Dental Office Big Box & Wholesale Store Auto Repair Shop Hair Salon Nail Salon Auto Parts Store

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

    Location Insight

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    City
    Buffalo
    County
    Erie
    State
    New York
    Longitude
    -78.8732
    Latitude
    42.8877

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    FAQs

    What type of property is this?
    Office building - Four-story building in downtown Buffalo with redevelopment potential.
    Where is this office building located?
    The property is located at 521 Main Street Buffalo, NY.
    What is the asking price?
    The asking price for this property is $750,000.
    What are key features of this property?
    This property features: Prime location in the heart of downtown Buffalo.; Anchored by established Misuta Chow Restaurant (floors 1, 2 & basement).; Significant redevelopment and new business growth in the 500 Block of Main Street.
    (716) 880-1913
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    Listing Contact
    Ronald Gunner Tronolone
    Ronald Gunner Tronolone
    Real Estate License ID: NY #30TR0558114
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    How We Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate Formula:
    Cap Rate (%) = (Net Operating Income / Property Value) × 100

    Net Operating Income (NOI) Formula:
    NOI = Area × Lease Rate × (1 - Vacancy Rate) × (1 - Operating Expense Ratio)

    Components

    Net Operating Income (NOI) represents the annual income a property generates after operating expenses:

    • Area: Building square footage from property records
    • Lease Rate: Annual $/sqft based on market data for the property type and geographic location
    • Vacancy Rate: Percentage of unoccupied space based on market data for the property type and location
    • Operating Expense Ratio: Operating costs as a percentage of income, varies by property type

    Property Value is derived from:

    • Recent sale price (if available)
    • Statistical models using comparable sales
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    Example Calculation

    For a 100,000 sqft Office Building:

    • Lease Rate: $25.00/sqft/year (market data for Office in this area)
    • Vacancy Rate: 8% (market data for Office in this area)
    • Operating Expense Ratio: 35% (typical for Office properties)
    • Property Value: $15,000,000

    Step 1: Calculate NOI

    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × (1 - 0.08) × (1 - 0.35)
    NOI = 100,000 × $25.00 × 0.92 × 0.65
    NOI = $1,495,000/year

    Step 2: Calculate Cap Rate

    Cap Rate = ($1,495,000 / $15,000,000) × 100
    Cap Rate = 9.97%

    Property Type Considerations

    Net Operating Income calculations vary by property type due to different operating expense ratios:

    • Office: Higher expenses (30-40%) for HVAC, utilities, maintenance
    • Retail: Moderate expenses (25-35%) for common area maintenance
    • Industrial/Warehouse: Lower expenses (15-25%) for minimal tenant services
    • Multifamily: Moderate expenses (35-45%) including property management
    • Self-Storage: Lower expenses (25-35%) due to minimal maintenance

    Market lease rates and vacancy rates are specific to each property type and geographic location, reflecting local market conditions.

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    These calculations are estimates for informational purposes only and should not be used as a substitute for professional financial analysis or appraisal.

    • Cap Rate calculations depend on market data that may change over time
    • Actual operating expenses, lease rates, and vacancy rates may differ from market averages
    • Individual property conditions, lease terms, and tenant quality significantly impact actual NOI
    • Property value estimates are approximations and not official appraisals
    • Cap rates vary widely by market, property condition, and investment risk profile

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    Stat Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all similar sales ($/sqft) are below this value
    AI Estimate

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    • Ranges - area data calculated by industry standard IQR Outlier Removal Method
    • Range-from: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are above this value
    • Range-to: 75% of all estimations ($/sqft) are below this value
    Alternative use

    Estimate considers the property’s potential value if used for a different purpose-based on zoning, demand, and market feasibility.

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