161 Oconnell Ave
Buffalo, NY 14204
First Ward- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,232 sqft
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,232 sqft
Local Information
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Description
Don't miss this gem just steps from downtown Buffalo! This beautifully updated single-family home offers the perfect blend of charm and modern comfort. Inside, you’ll find three spacious bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms, all meticulously maintained by the owner. Step onto the all-vinyl front porch and into a welcoming living room that flows into an open, eat-in kitchen, complete with sliding glass doors leading to a concrete patio. The versatile garage space is perfect for entertaining, lounging, or secure parking. With countless updates throughout, this Buffalo treasure is ready to be your next home. Check out the attached list of upgrades for all the details! Join us for an open house this Saturday 11/9 from 1pm-3pm. Offers due Thursday 11/14 at 12pm.
161 Oconnell Ave, Buffalo, NY 14204 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,232 sqft single-family home in First Ward, built in 1997. It last sold for $245,000 on Feb 10, 2025 (4% above the $235,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $253,700, with a rent estimate of $2,082/month.
Home Highlights
Parking
1.5 Car Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 161 Oconnell Ave
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Interior Details Basement: Full,Sump PumpNumber of Rooms: 5 |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 1232 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Appliances Negotiable, Gas Water Heater |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Gas |
Fireplace & Spa No Fireplace |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Door: Sliding DoorsFlooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Varies |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Varies |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Open, Patio, PorchFencing: FullExterior: Concrete Driveway, Fully Fenced, PatioFoundation: Block |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 1.5Number of Covered Spaces: 1.5Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1.5Parking: Attached,Electricity,Garage,Heated Garage |
Frontage Road Frontage: City StreetNot on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Connected |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 11 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1997 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Two Story |
Building Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding |
Property Information Condition: ResaleParcel Number: 1402001224800004008100 |
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Price List Price: $235,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Nov 15 2024Possession Timing: Closing |
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Direction & Address City: Buffalo |
School Information Elementary School District: BuffaloJr High / Middle School District: BuffaloHigh School District: Buffalo |
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Building Area Building Area: 1232 Square Feet |
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Not Senior Community |
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Association for this Listing: Buffalo |
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Lot Area: 5000.688 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan |
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BasementMls Number: B1575466Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 716-603-3861Universal Property Id: US-36029-N-1402001224800004008100-R-N |
Last check for updates: 37 minutes ago
Listed by Carissa Sutter, (716) 603-3861
Red Door Real Estate WNY LLC
Bought with: Caitlin Coder, (716) 548-0267, Schneider Real Estate Services LLC
Originating MLS: Buffalo
Source: NYSAMLSs, MLS#B1575466

Price History for 161 Oconnell Ave
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 02/10/2025 | $245,000 | Sold | NYSAMLSs #B1575466 |
| 11/19/2024 | $235,000 | Pending | NYSAMLSs #B1575466 |
| 11/04/2024 | $235,000 | Listed For Sale | NYSAMLSs #B1575466 |
| 11/14/2018 | $120,000 | Sold | N/A |
| 01/05/1998 | $78,900 | Sold | N/A |
| 06/20/1997 | $1,000 | Sold | N/A |
Market trends in Buffalo
Last updated June 2026
Avg. sale price
$238K
$12KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.4%
1.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$179
$14MoM
Available listings
1043
106MoM
Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2025 |
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| Tax | |
| Assessment | $173,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 161 Oconnell Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.11 | Single-Family Home | $230,000 | 01/30/26 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,867 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $260,000 | 06/30/26 | 2 | 1 | 1,029 | |
0.15 | Single-Family Home | $70,000 | 09/23/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,414 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $75,000 | 08/08/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,196 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $89,000 | 04/15/26 | 3 | 1 | 920 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $50,000 | 11/20/25 | 4 | 1 | 1,055 | |
0.68 | Single-Family Home | $140,000 | 09/30/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,520 |
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What Locals Say about First Ward
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90 % Say yards are well-kept
86 % Say it's dog friendly
83 % Say there are sidewalks
71 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
71 % Say there's holiday spirit
67 % Say kids play outside
63 % Say there's wildlife
58 % Say car is needed
57 % Say people would walk alone at night
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
50 % Say streets are well-lit
48 % Say parking is easy
43 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
42 % Say it's quiet
42 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
36 % Say there are community events
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