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1,250 sqft
$275/sqft
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Non-smoking 3 bedroom upper apartment on Commonwealth in North Buffalo! This apartment includes water, garbage and stainless stove and fridge. This apartment has all hardwood floors and a separate living room and dining room. There are laundry hook-ups in the basement and additional storage is also in the basement. Updated kitchen and bathroom with new tile floors, new cabinets and granite counter tops! There are 2 off street parking spots in the back that are included at no additional fee. The location is excellent! Easy walking to Hertel Ave which offers restaurants, shops and bars. Great up and coming neighborhood! GOOD CREDIT IS A MUST. 1 year lease is required. Pets can be discussed on a case by case basis. If accepted there will be an initial $250 fee +$35 monthly fee for pets. If you are looking to move within the next 30 days please email.
Here are our qualifications:
-$20 per adult to apply
-Established credit in good standing
-1 year lease minimum
-Gross monthly income (before you are taxed) must meet 3X the rent amount or more
-1 cat or 1 dog (there are breed restrictions and must be under 50 lbs) allowed with a $250 fee + $35 monthly fee
Please note: We do not accept approved Zillow applications. All applications must be done through the agent representing this apartment unit. We only use Zillow as a means of advertisement.
Non-smoking 3 bedroom apartment on Commonwealth in North Buffalo! This apartment includes water, garbage and stainless stove and fridge. This apartment has all hardwood floors and a separate living room and dining room. This apartment has a private back porch! There are laundry hook-ups in the basement and additional storage is also in the basement. Updated kitchen and bathroom with new tile floors, new cabinets and granite counter tops! There is 1 dedicated off street parking included at no additional fee and options can be discussed about the possibility of a 2nd car but street parking isn't difficult. The location is excellent! Easy walking to Hertel Ave which offers restaurants, shops and bars. Great up and coming neighborhood!
Here are our qualifications:
-$20 per adult to apply
-Established credit in good standing
-1 year lease minimum
-Gross monthly income (before you are taxed) must meet 3X the rent amount or more
-1 cat or 1 dog (there are breed restrictions and must be under 50 lbs) allowed with a $250 fee + $35 monthly fee
Non-smoking 3 bedroom upper apartment on Commonwealth in North Buffalo! This apartment includes water, garbage and stainless stove and fridge. This apartment has all hardwood floors and a separate living room and dining room. There are laundry hook-ups in the basement and additional storage is also in the basement. Updated kitchen and bathroom with new tile floors, new cabinets and granite counter tops! There are 2 off street parking spots in the back that are included at no additional fee. The location is excellent! Easy walking to Hertel Ave which offers restaurants, shops and bars. Great up and coming neighborhood! GOOD CREDIT IS A MUST. 1 year lease is required. Pets can be discussed on a case by case basis. If accepted there will be an initial $250 fee +$35 monthly fee for pets. If you are looking to move within the next 30 days please email.
Here are our qualifications:
-$20 per adult to apply
-Established credit in good standing
-1 year lease minimum
-Gross monthly income (before you are taxed) must meet 3X the rent amount or more
-1 cat or 1 dog (there are breed restrictions and must be under 50 lbs) allowed with a $250 fee + $35 monthly fee
Please note: We do not accept approved Zillow applications. All applications must be done through the agent representing this apartment unit. We only use Zillow as a means of advertisement.
Non-smoking 3 bedroom apartment on Commonwealth in North Buffalo! This apartment includes water, garbage and stainless stove and fridge. This apartment has all hardwood floors and a separate living room and dining room. This apartment has a private back porch! There are laundry hook-ups in the basement and additional storage is also in the basement. Updated kitchen and bathroom with new tile floors, new cabinets and granite counter tops! There is 1 dedicated off street parking included at no additional fee and options can be discussed about the possibility of a 2nd car but street parking isn't difficult. The location is excellent! Easy walking to Hertel Ave which offers restaurants, shops and bars. Great up and coming neighborhood!
Here are our qualifications:
-$20 per adult to apply
-Established credit in good standing
-1 year lease minimum
-Gross monthly income (before you are taxed) must meet 3X the rent amount or more
-1 cat or 1 dog (there are breed restrictions and must be under 50 lbs) allowed with a $250 fee + $35 monthly fee
285 Commonwealth Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,250 sqft apartment in North Park. It last sold for $161,000 on Jan 31, 2017 (11,441% above the $1,395 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2026 with an asking price of $1,395 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 4, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $343,400, with a rent estimate of $1,634/month.
Home Details for 285 Commonwealth Ave
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Apartment |
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Lease Term: 1 Year |
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Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood |
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Parking & Garage Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site |
Comparable Sales for 285 Commonwealth Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.23 | Apartment | $500,000 | 11/28/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,200 sqft | |
0.08 | Apartment | $359,000 | 03/25/26 | 2 | 1 | 2,024 sqft | |
0.73 | Apartment | $410,000 | 10/22/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,200 sqft | |
0.21 | Apartment | $355,000 | 11/21/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,200 sqft | |
1.13 | Apartment | $90,000 | 12/01/25 | 2 | 1 | 1,728 sqft | |
1.31 | Apartment | $184,546 | 05/21/26 | 1 | 1 | 750 sqft | |
1.35 | Apartment | $420,000 | 01/21/26 | 4 | 1 | 2,966 sqft | |
1.26 | Apartment | $320,000 | 05/11/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,200 sqft | |
1.65 | Apartment | $140,000 | 04/01/26 | 2 | 1 | 600 sqft | |
1.70 | Apartment | $245,000 | 12/17/25 | 4 | 1 | 2,752 sqft |
Home facts updated by county records
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Rental Market Trends in North Park
Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,634/mo
Average rent
$1.48K
$25MoM
Available listings
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What Locals Say about North Park
At least 127 Trulia users voted on each feature.
99 % Say there are sidewalks
97 % Say it's dog friendly
97 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
90 % Say streets are well-lit
83 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
82 % Say yards are well-kept
78 % Say there's holiday spirit
76 % Say people would walk alone at night
71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
70 % Say kids play outside
68 % Say car is needed
61 % Say neighbors are friendly
54 % Say it's quiet
51 % Say parking is easy
34 % Say there's wildlife
31 % Say there are community events
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Mar 4, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $1,395 |
Feb 11, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,395 |
Jan 28, 2026 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $1,395 |
Dec 8, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,395 |
Jul 27, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | |
Jul 26, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $1,495 |
Oct 29, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $1,200 |
Oct 7, 2020 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Rent | $1,200 |
Jan 31, 2017 Source: NYSAMLSs #B1008336 | Sold | $161,000 |
Oct 16, 2016 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $165,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | Unavailable | $352,000 |
Home facts updated by county records
Frequently asked questions about 285 Commonwealth Ave
- What is 285 Commonwealth Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 285 Commonwealth Ave in Buffalo, NY is $343,400.
- What is the price history for 285 Commonwealth Ave?285 Commonwealth Ave in Buffalo, NY last sold for $161,000 in January 2017.
- Is Buffalo a buyer's or seller's market?Buffalo is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Buffalo?The median sale price in Buffalo is $249K. That is up $12.08K from the prior month.
- Does 285 Commonwealth Ave have parking?Yes, 285 Commonwealth Ave in Buffalo, NY has on-site parking.
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