998 Backus Rd

2,180 Sq. Ft.
$144 / Sq. Ft.
2,180
Sq. Ft.
$144
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 998 Backus Rd. --Rare opportunity with so many options awaits in this 4-bedroom 2 full bath house with attached In-Law-Setup with 1 bedroom and 1 updated bath with a cozy living room and updated kitchen. This property is a duplex style with the additional unit being a side unit (First floor). Let's start in the main house with 3 bedrooms on the upper floor with a full bath with jacuzzi tub. Lower level has a bedroom with a full updated bath with a walk-in shower. Also, on the lower level...Welcome to 998 Backus Rd. --Rare opportunity with so many options awaits in this 4-bedroom 2 full bath house with attached In-Law-Setup with 1 bedroom and 1 updated bath with a cozy living room and updated kitchen. This property is a duplex style with the additional unit being a side unit (First floor). Let's start in the main house with 3 bedrooms on the upper floor with a full bath with jacuzzi tub. Lower level has a bedroom with a full updated bath with a walk-in shower. Also, on the lower level is a large family room. Nice size living room that opens to the kitchen and attached dining room. New attached screened in sunroom ($20,000.00). Updates throughout the property include roofs, windows, tankless water tanks for water and heat, generator, and much more. Large garage with added extension put on in 2020. Fenced in yard that is 100 x 394--Open House August 24TH 2-4 P. M.
  1. Listed by Kevin G Cullen • Howard Hanna WNY Inc.
    P: (716)-648-7700 C: (716)-983-0682 KevinCullen@howardhanna.com

Property Details for 998 Backus Road

Styles Of Residence
Duplex
On Waterfront
No
Parking Description
Concrete, Paved, Garage Door Opener
Nearest Cross Street
Lake Shore Rd
LISTING UPDATED: 01/07/2026 09:05 AM

Property Details for 998 Backus Road

StatusClosed
MLS #B1632849
Days on Market9
Taxes$7,176 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeResidential / Duplex
Year Built1966
Lot Size0.91 AC / 39,487 SF
CountyErie County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Howard Hanna WNY Inc.

Sold By HUNT Real Estate Corporation

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Building Information for 998 Backus Road

Stories1Residences2Year Built1966Building Size-Lot Size0.91 AC / 39,487 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,184 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,586

Property Taxes

$598

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 998 Backus Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Elementary School District: Lake Shore (Evans-Brant)
  • High School District: Lake Shore (Evans-Brant)
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Lake Shore (Evans-Brant)
  • Village: Not Applicable
  • Human YN: Yes
Parking
  • Garage Spaces per Apt: 2.50
  • Garage YN: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Area NYSWIS Code: Evans-144489
  • Tax Annual Amount: $7,176.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 528.0
  • Building Area Total: 2180.0
  • Land Features: Other, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, See Remarks
  • Num Of Acres: 0.9065
  • Lot Size Area: 0.9065
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 39487.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 144489-220-020-0001-021-000
  • Lot Number: 21
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Assessed Value: $140,000
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Year Built Description: Existing
  • Property Sub Type Additional: Duplex
Utilities
  • Electric Service: Circuit Breakers
  • Num Of Electric Meters: 1
  • Num Of Gas Meters: 1
  • Sewer Description: Connected
  • Utilities Available: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Supply: Connected, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Exterior Features: Fully Fenced, Patio
  • Fencing: Full
  • Foundation Description: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof Description: Asphalt, Metal
  • Structure Type: Duplex
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Tankless Water Heater
  • Basement Description: Full, Sump Pump
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Num Of Possible Bedrooms: 5
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Num Fireplaces Total Calculated: 0
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Floor Description: Carpet, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Tile, Varies
  • Heating: Gas, Baseboard
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fans, Sliding Glass Doors
  • Levels: One
  • Sq Ft Total: 2180.0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units In Community: 2
  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Operating Expense Includes: Water Sewer
  • Stories: 1
  • Stories Total: 1
Unit 1
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 1
  • Features: ,Dining Area With Kitchen
  • Unit Type Total Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Num Full Baths: 1
  • Unit Type Num Half Baths: 0
  • Unit Type Actual Rent Range: 0
Unit 2
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 2
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 4
  • Features: ,Dining Area With Kitchen,Formal Dining Room,Living Room
  • Unit Type Total Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Num Full Baths: 2
  • Unit Type Num Half Baths: 0
  • Unit Type Actual Rent Range: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Rent Includes: Electricity, Heat, Water

Property History for 998 Backus Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 6, 2026

Sold

WNYREIS #B1632849

$315,000
Aug 31, 2025

Pending

WNYREIS #B1632849

Aug 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #B1632849

$299,900
May 15, 2014

Sold

WNYREIS #B440062

$137,750
May 1, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #416754423

$137,750

+0.5% / yr

Mar 3, 2014

Pending

WNYREIS #B440062

Oct 8, 2013

Expired

WNYREIS #B426873

Oct 8, 2013

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #B440062

$142,900
Apr 8, 2013

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #B426873

$147,500
May 6, 2010

Sold

WNYREIS #B355347

$143,000
Apr 29, 2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #291284528

$135,000

+3.0% / yr

Feb 23, 2010

Pending

WNYREIS #B355347

Feb 8, 2010

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #B355347

$142,900
Sep 2, 2004

Sold

WNYREIS #B203857

$114,000
Aug 19, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #250324376

$114,000
Jun 19, 2004

Pending

WNYREIS #B203857

Mar 24, 2004

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #B203857

$113,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/06/2026

Sold

WNYREIS #B1632849

$315,000
08/31/2025

Pending

WNYREIS #B1632849

08/22/2025

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #B1632849

$299,900
05/15/2014

Sold

WNYREIS #B440062

$137,750
05/01/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #416754423

$137,750

+0.5% / yr

03/03/2014

Pending

WNYREIS #B440062

10/08/2013

Expired

WNYREIS #B426873

10/08/2013

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #B440062

$142,900
04/08/2013

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #B426873

$147,500
05/06/2010

Sold

WNYREIS #B355347

$143,000
04/29/2010

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #291284528

$135,000

+3.0% / yr

02/23/2010

Pending

WNYREIS #B355347

02/08/2010

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #B355347

$142,900
09/02/2004

Sold

WNYREIS #B203857

$114,000
08/19/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #250324376

$114,000
06/19/2004

Pending

WNYREIS #B203857

03/24/2004

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #B203857

$113,500

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Public Records for 998 Backus Road

Taxable ValueLand$38,600Additions$101,400Total$140,000
Tax Record2024$6,928 ($577 / month)
Home Facts
Baths3Total Finished SqFt2,708 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,180 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt528 SqFtStories2Lot Size39,500 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1966CountyERIEAPN144489 220.02-1-21

Schools near 998 Backus Road

This home is within Evans-Brant Central School District (Lake Shore).
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 5
Rating
School
Distance
John T Waugh Elementary School
PublicK to 5

William G Houston Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lake Shore Senior High School
Public9 to 12

Highland Elementary School
PublicK to 5

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