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Brick Duplex with Two Porches
For Sale
$869,900
Pending

739 Lafayette Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14222

Two distinct residences combine updated kitchens, private outdoor areas, and preserved architectural details.

Property Size3,638 SF
Days on Market51

Property Features for 739 Lafayette Avenue

General Information

Standard status Pending
Size 3,638 SF
Property subtype MultiFamily

Site & Location

Neighborhood Elmwood Bidwell

Building Details

Year Built 1900
Listing Agency: Prestige Family Realty
Listed By: Jill Welfare · License #10491210519
Source: Prestigefamilyrealty
Added: Sep 10 Changed: Oct 29 Last Checked: Oct 29 at 2:56PM

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Investment Insights

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Built in 1900, this brick duplex contains a first-floor apartment of 1,800+ sq ft and a two-story owner’s residence of 3,400+ sq ft. The apartment has two bedrooms, 1.5 baths, central A/C, a front porch, and a rear Trex deck. The upper residence includes 2.5 baths, a private front porch, and a primary suite with a sunroom and sitting room. Both units feature updated kitchens; the upper kitchen has custom cherry cabinetry and stainless-steel appliances.

Oak floors, natural woodwork, leaded and stained-glass windows, pocket doors, and three gas fireplaces contribute to the home’s period character. A two-car garage, fenced yard, rear patio, and basement billiard room add further usable space. The boiler was installed in 2024, and HVAC systems were updated in 2022. The property is at 739 Lafayette Avenue in Buffalo, New York.

Key Highlights

  • Two residences: first‑floor apartment of 1,800+ sq ft and two‑story owner’s residence of 3,400+ sq ft
  • First‑floor unit has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, central A/C, front porch, and rear Trex deck
  • Owner’s residence features 2.5 baths and a primary suite with sunroom and sitting room

Financial Insights

Estimated NOI and Cap Rate

NOI / Yr
$36,098
Cap Rate
4.15%
Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$721,960 $722.0K
Cap Rate 7%
$515,686 $515.7K
Cap Rate 9%
$401,089 $401.1K
Market Conditions
NOI Build-Up for 3,638 SF
Gross rent
$54.6K $15.00/SF
− Vacancy
−$3.0K −$0.83/SF
EGI
$51.6K $14.17/SF
− OpEx
−$15.5K −$4.25/SF
NOI
$36.1K $9.92/SF
Area
Buffalo, NY
Vacancy
5.50%
Lease Rate
$15.00 /SF/Yr
Expense Ratio
30.00%
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Suggested Prices Based on Cap Rates
Cap Rate 5%
$721,960
Cap Rate 7%
$515,686
Cap Rate 9%
$401,089

Alternative Uses

Best Use
Multifamily LT 5
$515.7K
$451.2K – $601.6K (±1% cap)
NOI $36,098 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 4.15%
Second Best
Apartment 5plus
$475.0K
$415.6K – $554.2K (±1% cap)
NOI $33,249 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 3.82%
Theoretical Best
Office A
$874.9K
$765.5K – $1.02M (±1% cap)
NOI $61,241 @ 7.0% cap · market cap 7.04%
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Location Intelligence

Trade Area within ½ mile

1,432
Businesses Nearby

Demographics for 14222, NY

13,629
Population
7,355
Households
1.9
Avg Household Size
32
Median Age
63%
College-Educated
98%
High-School Grad
1.2 sq mi
ZIP Area
11,358
Density / Sq Mi
$83,692
Median Household Income
$50,045
Median Earnings
$1,168
Median Rent
$408,100
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 distinct residences combine updated kitchens, private outdoor areas, and preserved architectural details.
Where is this duplex located?
The property is located at 739 Lafayette Avenue Buffalo, NY.
What is the asking price?
The asking price for this property is $869,900.
What are key features of this property?
This property features: Two residences: first‑floor apartment of 1,800+ sq ft and two‑story owner’s residence of 3,400+ sq ft; First‑floor unit has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, central A/C, front porch, and rear Trex deck; Owner’s residence features 2.5 baths and a primary suite with sunroom and sitting room
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