427 FOREST AVE
BUFFALO, NY 14213
Forest- 5 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,068 sqft
$262,500
Last Sold: May 12, 2026
3% below list $270K
$127/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,786/mo*
$262,500
Last Sold: May 12, 2026
3% below list $270K
$127/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,786/mo*
5 Beds
2 Baths
2,068 sqft
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Multi-Family
Year Built
1900
Living Area
2,068 sqft
Price/Sqft
$127/sqft
About this House
Welcome to your new home or investment opportunity at 427 Forest Ave— featuring a rare extra lot with an impressive total frontage of 65 feet! Perfectly positioned directly across from the iconic Richardson Hotel and just a short walk to the vibrant Elmwood Village, this spacious two-unit property offers the ideal blend of location, updates, and long-term potential for both investors and owner-occupant buyers alike.
Boasting 2,068 square feet, this well-maintained multi-family home features a lower unit with 2 bedrooms and an upper unit with 3 bedrooms, providing flexible living arrangements and strong rental possibilities. Each unit offers a spacious eat-in kitchen, has been freshly painted, and showcases brand new carpeting throughout, creating a clean and move-in ready feel.
Major mechanical updates bring peace of mind, including separate utilities and updated electrical panels for both units. The lower unit is equipped with comfortable radiant heating, while the upper unit features a brand new furnace and new ductwork installed in 2025. Most windows throughout the home are vinyl, helping support energy efficiency and low maintenance living.
Step outside and enjoy the welcoming front porch, plus take advantage of the additional lot — a standout feature that offers added privacy, expansion possibilities, or future development potential in this highly desirable area.
Whether you are looking to expand your portfolio or live in one unit while generating income from the other, this property checks all the boxes.
Showings begin immediately — don’t miss your chance to own a fantastic multi-family home in one of Buffalo’s most sought-after locations!
Open House this Friday 2/27 from 5pm-7pm!
Boasting 2,068 square feet, this well-maintained multi-family home features a lower unit with 2 bedrooms and an upper unit with 3 bedrooms, providing flexible living arrangements and strong rental possibilities. Each unit offers a spacious eat-in kitchen, has been freshly painted, and showcases brand new carpeting throughout, creating a clean and move-in ready feel.
Major mechanical updates bring peace of mind, including separate utilities and updated electrical panels for both units. The lower unit is equipped with comfortable radiant heating, while the upper unit features a brand new furnace and new ductwork installed in 2025. Most windows throughout the home are vinyl, helping support energy efficiency and low maintenance living.
Step outside and enjoy the welcoming front porch, plus take advantage of the additional lot — a standout feature that offers added privacy, expansion possibilities, or future development potential in this highly desirable area.
Whether you are looking to expand your portfolio or live in one unit while generating income from the other, this property checks all the boxes.
Showings begin immediately — don’t miss your chance to own a fantastic multi-family home in one of Buffalo’s most sought-after locations!
Open House this Friday 2/27 from 5pm-7pm!
Home Details for 427 FOREST AVE
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Interior Details Basement: Partial |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 2068 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Utilities: High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Gas Water Heater |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Gas,Baseboard,Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Gas |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 2Has a Fireplace |
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Flooring: Carpet, Varies, Vinyl |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Number of Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Varies, Vinyl |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: Architectural ShinglePatio / Porch: Covered, PorchExterior: Awning(s)Foundation: Stone |
Parking & Garage Parking: No Driveway |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Connected |
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Cumulative Days on Market: 23 |
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Year Built Year Built: 1900 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Duplex, Multi FamilyArchitecture: Duplex |
Building Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding |
Property Information Condition: ResaleParcel Number: 1402000886800005003100 |
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Price List Price: $269,999Price Per Sqft: $127/sqft |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Feb 27 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Closing |
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Direction & Address City: BuffaloCommunity: Stevens Surv |
School Information Elementary School District: BuffaloJr High / Middle School District: BuffaloHigh School District: Buffalo |
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Building Area Building Area: 2068 Square Feet |
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Not Senior CommunityUnits in Building: 2 |
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Association for this Listing: Buffalo |
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Lot Area: 8123.94 sqft |
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Special Conditions: Standard |
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Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan |
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Rent Includes: Other, See RemarksOwner Pays: Other, See Remarks |
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BasementMls Number: B1660308Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 716-473-9000Universal Property Id: US-36029-N-1402000886800005003100-R-N |
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Brandon Kmiotek, (716) 473-9000
HUNT Real Estate Corporation
Bought with: Dexter Chow-Yuk, (646) 418-4931, HUNT Real Estate Corporation
Originating MLS: Buffalo
Source: NYSAMLSs, MLS#B1660308

Price History for 427 FOREST AVE
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 05/12/2026 | $262,500 | Sold | NYSAMLSs #B1660308 |
| 03/04/2026 | $269,999 | Pending | NYSAMLSs #B1660308 |
| 02/25/2026 | $269,999 | PriceChange | NYSAMLSs #B1660308 |
| 02/04/2026 | $279,999 | Listed For Sale | NYSAMLSs #B1660308 |
| 03/10/1993 | $44,000 | 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 | 2016 |
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| Tax | $256 |
| Assessment | $53,100 |
Home facts updated by county records
Comparable Sales for 427 FOREST AVE
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.02 | Multi-Family Home | $400,000 | 08/05/25 | 6 | 2 | 2,024 | |
0.19 | Multi-Family Home | $280,000 | 09/23/25 | 6 | 2 | 2,200 | |
0.22 | Multi-Family Home | $265,000 | 07/24/26 | 6 | 2 | 2,350 | |
0.16 | Multi-Family Home | $308,000 | 10/10/25 | 6 | 2 | 2,112 | |
0.32 | Multi-Family Home | $270,000 | 10/29/25 | 6 | 2 | 2,232 | |
0.37 | Multi-Family Home | $152,500 | 06/29/26 | 5 | 2 | 1,863 | |
0.26 | Multi-Family Home | $403,000 | 11/24/25 | 6 | 2 | 2,066 |
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What Locals Say about Forest
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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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