261 Bird Ave, Buffalo, NY 14213
OFF MARKET

261 Bird Ave
Buffalo, NY 14213

Forest
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,100 sqft

$247,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 1, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,685/mo*

$247,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 1, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,685/mo*
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,100 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 261 Bird Ave.
  • Schools29 Preschool Schools31 Elementary Schools26 Middle Schools7 High Schools
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1920
Living Area
1,100 sqft
Price/Sqft
$225

About this House

Set way back from the road, this charming West Side home has everything you could ask for. The first floor has an open floor plan with refinished hardwood floors, lots of windows with great natural light, living/dining room area, kitchen with newer appliances (stove, refrigerator, dishwasher), a nice amount of counter space and cabinetry & a double pantry with plenty of storage. There is also an extra large half bath on the first floor. The second floor consists of two bedrooms & a full bathroom with ceramic tile floors & an updated vanity & lighting. The larger bedroom has wall to wall carpet, a double closet, & a cute balcony overlooking the front yard. The 2nd bedroom has 2 nice-sized closets & gets a lot of natural light. The finished third floor has vaulted ceilings, a half bath, wall to wall carpet & 2 large closets. The large front yard is fully fenced, has a nice patio area, plenty of garden space & there is a long concrete driveway for lots of parking. Updates include: vinyl replacement windows, new roof 2018, furnace 2013, hot water tank 2022, new privacy fence 2023, pex and copper plumbing and newer circuit breaker box. Square footage includes finished third floor space
261 Bird Ave, Buffalo, NY 14213 is a 2 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,100 sqft single-family home in Forest, built in 1920. It last sold for the $224,900 asking price on Feb 26, 2024. More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2021 with an asking price of $1,700 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 5, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $247,000, with a rent estimate of $1,849/month.

Home Details for 261 Bird Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Other
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1100 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: In BasementRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Gas,Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Varies
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile, Varies

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Balcony, Deck, Open, Patio, PorchFencing: FullExterior: Balcony, Concrete Driveway, Deck, Fully Fenced, PatioFoundation: Stone
Parking & Garage
No GarageParking: No Garage,Driveway
Frontage
Road Frontage: City StreetNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Connected

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 14

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Two Story
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding, Copper Plumbing, PEX Plumbing
Property Information
Condition: ResaleParcel Number: 1402000887500002001000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $224,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Jan 09 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: BuffaloCommunity: Stevens Surv
School Information
Elementary School District: BuffaloJr High / Middle School District: BuffaloHigh School District: Buffalo

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1100 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Buffalo

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3118.896 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional, FHA, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: B1514606Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 716-435-0908Universal Property Id: US-36029-N-1402000887500002001000-R-N
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Christian L Reitler, (716) 435-0908
Gurney Becker & Bourne
Bought with: Samuel Colao, (716) 325-5421, HUNT Real Estate Corporation
Originating MLS: Buffalo
Source: NYSAMLSs, MLS#B1514606

Price History for 261 Bird Ave

DatePriceEventSource
02/26/2024$225,000Sold
NYSAMLSs #B1514606
01/10/2024$224,900PendingNYSAMLSs #B1514606
12/26/2023$224,900Listed For SaleNYSAMLSs #B1514606
12/29/2022$185,000Sold
NYSAMLSs #B1434351
10/12/2022$150,000PendingNYSAMLSs #B1434351
10/03/2022$150,000ContingentNYSAMLSs #B1434351
09/19/2022$150,000Listed For SaleNYSAMLSs #B1434351
09/16/2022ListingRemovedNYSAMLSs #B1413208
06/14/2022$169,900Listed For SaleNYSAMLSs #B1413208
11/05/2021ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
10/18/2021$1,600PriceChange
Zillow Rental Manager
10/13/2021$1,700Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
09/25/2021ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
09/14/2021$1,700PriceChange
Zillow Rental Manager
07/19/2021$1,800PriceChange
Zillow Rental Manager
06/04/2021$1,700Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
03/24/2021ListingRemovedN/A
08/21/2018$1,400ListingRemovedN/A
08/10/2018$1,400PriceChange
N/A
07/10/2018$1,500PriceChange
N/A
06/07/2018$1,600Listed For RentN/A
01/17/2018$154,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
11/02/2017$154,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/30/2017$149,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/16/2017$159,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
10/16/2017$1,350ListingRemovedN/A
09/26/2017$1,350Listed For RentN/A
06/16/2005$4,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Buffalo

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$238K
$12K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
102.4%
1.4%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$179
$14
MoM
Available listings
1043
106
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax
Assessment$225,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 261 Bird Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.14
Single-Family Home
$245,000
03/13/26
4
1.5
1,496
0.19
Single-Family Home
$192,000
01/14/26
3
1.5
1,636
0.08
Single-Family Home
$105,000
11/07/25
4
2
1,265
0.15
Single-Family Home
$237,000
12/08/25
5
2
1,900
0.27
Single-Family Home
$270,000
12/10/25
4
2
1,370
0.21
Single-Family Home
$165,000
01/14/26
4
2
1,620
0.28
Single-Family Home
$220,000
07/20/26
4
1.5
1,865
0.20
Single-Family Home
$160,000
07/09/26
3
1
1,526
0.22
Single-Family Home
$144,900
06/09/26
3
1
1,044

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What Locals Say about Forest

At least 38 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 95 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 74 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 74 % Say car is needed

  • 73 % Say parking is easy

  • 70 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 55 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 53 % Say kids play outside

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say it's quiet

  • 43 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 34 % Say there are community events

  • 33 % Say there's wildlife

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  • Trulia User
    "Great access to public transportation. I used to live on Pardale near Bird Avenue and I absolutely loved it. I have always wanted to move back to the area."
  • Trulia User
    "You see a fair amount of people out walking their dogs! There are also many nearby parks that are especially beautiful in the spring and summer!"
  • Steven E. F.
    "not super busy foot traffic wise and lots of green space. lots of car traffic however but the green space makes up for it with the Richardson Olmsted complex near by. "
  • Jordan.t.mair
    "Very nice neighborhood very well maintained and clean and great people to be around would recommend "
  • Beata.skonecki
    "Public transportation is fairly accessible, especially compared to rural areas. Walking distance to shops and restaurants "
  • Chris O.
    "Short and easy trip. No traffic and located near everything. Able to handle food and kid pickup with ease."
  • Mariangelieirizarry1228
    "Clean. Nice. Simple. Friendly. Helpful. Neighbors are great. Safe. Theirs never any bad news going around. It’s all great"
  • Selina M.
    "The Allentown Art Festival is just a short 10 minute drive down the road! The art gallery is 5 minutes away as well! "
  • Nkunzi E.
    "It is a very cheap place that I can suggest to every one who want to rent a good family house even though the houses here are old but still good place for those who makes not enough to manage heavy rents"
  • Monnachella88
    "there isn't a place for my dog to run or play other than a small yard with barley any grass. they would like the fact that there is not many dogs in the neighborhood."
  • Proloff
    "I have been living in this area for 20 plus years and I love it but some property owners renting to students do not take care of their properties very well and it negatively effects the beauty and sense of safety on my street. thanks "
  • Bryan d.
    "many dog owners in area. close to park to allow dogs to run in very popular and nice for west side "
  • Caroline H.
    "The Elmwood Village is great! There’s tons of restaurants and shops. All you have to do is walk out your door and you’ll be surrounded by fun things to do!"
  • Katherine
    "A great deal of diversity in the community. The neighborhood is growing and many wonderful things are coming."
  • Jenna M. C.
    "Friendly people and bidwell is right around the corner!! Along with some other amazing places to check out like Squeeze and Mr Pizza 😄"
  • James M.
    "This is an up and coming area. Rust Belt Books, Gypsy Parlor and Public Coffee are one block away. The area has had high crime in past, but this is slowly improving. Litter remains a problem, but the neighbors on this street are a close group and it is getting better all the time. "
  • georgem7
    "Live here and love the convenience of restaurants, shops and services. Beautiful homes and green spaces."
  • Ryan M.
    "Live here and feel it has greatly improved in the past decade, but still needs to take a few more steps in the right direction."

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