252 James St

1,648 Sq. Ft.
$106 / Sq. Ft.
1,648
Sq. Ft.
$106
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 252 James St. in Buffalo, NY! This beautifully updated two-family home boasts 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, making it ideal for both homeowners and investors. In the upper unit enjoy the comfort of central air which also doubles as the heating source and the added convenience of an extra lot with ample storage. The property also features a driveway and a detached 2-car garage. Inside, you'll find new recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, new waterproof vinyl flooring, and fresh...Welcome to 252 James St. in Buffalo, NY! This beautifully updated two-family home boasts 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, making it ideal for both homeowners and investors. In the upper unit enjoy the comfort of central air which also doubles as the heating source and the added convenience of an extra lot with ample storage. The property also features a driveway and a detached 2-car garage. Inside, you'll find new recessed lighting, stainless steel appliances, new waterproof vinyl flooring, and fresh paint throughout. The brand-new bathroom remodel and several newer windows enhance its appeal. The fenced-in backyard is perfect for pets and summer entertaining. Live in one unit and rent out the other—this move-in ready home is a fantastic opportunity!
  1. Listed by Damian O'Meally • Keller Williams Realty WNY
    P: (716)-832-3300 C: (585)-775-5169 damian.omeally@kw.com
  2. Listed by Phanomphone Keointhisone • Keller Williams Realty Lancaster
    P: (716)-324-2300 C: (607)-644-2722 pkeointhisone@kw.com

Property Details for 252 James Street

On Waterfront
No
Parking Description
Paved
Nearest Cross Street
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LISTING UPDATED: 01/28/2025 12:11 PM

Property Details for 252 James Street

StatusClosed
MLS #B1576079
Days on Market16
Taxes$429 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMulti Family
MLS TypeMulti Family / Residential
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.07 AC / 2,875 SF
CountyErie County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Keller Williams Realty WNY; Keller Williams Realty Lancaster

Sold By Neighborhood Assistant Corporation of America

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Building Information for 252 James Street

Stories2Residences2Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 2,875 SF

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$889 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$853

Property Taxes

$36

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 252 James Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Elementary School District: Buffalo
  • High School District: Buffalo
  • Middle Or Junior School District: Buffalo
  • Village: Not Applicable
  • Human YN: Yes
Parking
  • Garage Spaces per Apt: 2.00
  • Garage YN: Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Area NYSWIS Code: Buffalo City-140200
  • Tax Annual Amount: $429.00
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Source: Other
  • Building Area Total: 1648.0
  • Land Features: Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Residential Lot
  • Num Of Acres: 0.066
  • Lot Size Area: 0.066
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 2875.0
  • Lot Size Units: Acres
  • Parcel Number: 140200-111-760-0004-016-000
  • Road Frontage: City Street
  • Lot Number: 16
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Resale
  • Senior Community YN: No
  • Assessed Value: $27,000
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Year Built Description: Existing
Utilities
  • Num Of Electric Meters: 2
  • Num Of Gas Meters: 2
  • Sewer Description: Connected
  • Utilities Available: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Supply: Connected, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Steel Siding, Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Gas Water Heater
  • Basement Description: None
  • Basement YN: No
  • Num Of Possible Bedrooms: 4
  • Num Fireplaces Total Calculated: 0
  • Fireplace YN: No
  • Floor Description: Carpet, Laminate, Varies
  • Heating: Gas, Forced Air
  • Heating YN: Yes
  • Levels: Two
  • Sq Ft Total: 1648.0
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 0
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number Of Units In Community: 2
  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Operating Expense Includes: Other, See Remarks
  • Stories: 2
  • Stories Total: 2
Unit 1
  • Unit Type Actual Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Baths Total: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Features: ,Eat-In Kitchen,Living Room
  • 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: 1
  • Unit Type Beds Total: 2
  • Features: ,Eat-In Kitchen,Living Room
  • Unit Type Total Rent: $.00
  • Unit Type Num Full Baths: 1
  • Unit Type Num Half Baths: 0
  • Unit Type Actual Rent Range: 0
Rental
Rental Information
  • Tenant Pays: All Utilities
  • Lease Amount Per Area Unit: Dollars Per Square Foot

Property History for 252 James Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 28, 2025

Sold

WNYREIS #B1576079

$175,000
Nov 22, 2024

Pending

WNYREIS #B1576079

Nov 6, 2024

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #B1576079

$169,900
Nov 5, 2024

Expired

WNYREIS #B1553828

Nov 5, 2024

POM

WNYREIS #B1553828

Oct 9, 2024

Price Change

WNYREIS #B1553828

$179,900
Sep 3, 2024

Price Change

WNYREIS #B1553828

$184,900
Aug 18, 2024

Price Change

WNYREIS #B1553828

$189,900
Jul 25, 2024

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #B1553828

$199,900
Nov 23, 2022

Sold

WNYREIS #R1404336

$99,100
Jun 30, 2022

Pending

WNYREIS #R1404336

May 6, 2022

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #R1404336

$124,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/28/2025

Sold

WNYREIS #B1576079

$175,000
11/22/2024

Pending

WNYREIS #B1576079

11/06/2024

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #B1576079

$169,900
11/05/2024

Expired

WNYREIS #B1553828

11/05/2024

POM

WNYREIS #B1553828

10/09/2024

Price Change

WNYREIS #B1553828

$179,900
09/03/2024

Price Change

WNYREIS #B1553828

$184,900
08/18/2024

Price Change

WNYREIS #B1553828

$189,900
07/25/2024

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #B1553828

$199,900
11/23/2022

Sold

WNYREIS #R1404336

$99,100
06/30/2022

Pending

WNYREIS #R1404336

05/06/2022

Listed (Active)

WNYREIS #R1404336

$124,900

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 252 James Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,800Additions$25,200Total$27,000
Tax Record2024$439 ($37 / month)
Home Facts
Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,648 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,648 SqFtStories2Lot Size2,875 SqFtStyleDuplexYear Built1900ZoningN-3RCountyERIEAPN140200 111.76-4-16

Schools near 252 James Street

This home is within Buffalo City School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 8
Public - 7 to 12
Public - PK to 8
Public - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Harriet Ross Tubman Academy
PublicPK to 8

Academy School
Public7 to 12

Bilingual Center
PublicPK to 8

Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology
PublicPK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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