Welcome to 290 Abbott Road, a well-maintained 3/3 double in the heart of highly desirable South Buffalo. The upper unit has a newer air conditioner. The lower unit has an enclosed rear porch with a private yard. Both units feature contemporary bathrooms and huge, oversized kitchens that come fully equipped with all appliances included. Dry basement has two washers and two dryers and plenty of storage space. A standout feature of this property is the incredible detached garage, which is fully finished with drywall, electricity, and cable hookups, making it the perfect bonus space for entertaining. Situated in an ideal location just minutes from downtown Buffalo, Mercy Hospital, and the scenic Outer Harbor waterfront, this rare opportunity is perfect for a savvy investor or an owner-occupant looking to live for free. Showings are by appointment only- anytime for lower vacant unit. Showings are by appointment only, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday, from 10-5 for upper unit; all showings must be accompanied by a Realtor.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
3,960 sq ftLot Size
$76Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Jessica Burgasser Hapeman• Superlative Real Estate, Inc.
Abbott McKinley, located between South Park Avenue and McKinley Parkway, is a residential and park-adjacent Buffalo neighborhood with early-20th-century housing stock and a tree-lined streetscape. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Abbott Road and McKinley Parkway junction, where corner storefronts, takeout counters, and everyday services create a steady street rhythm. Brick doubles and compact single-family homes sit on walkable blocks that lead toward the Olmsted parkway system. Cazenovia Park frames the area with lagoons, ballfields, and looping paths. South Park Avenue adds a classic Buffalo commercial corridor feel, while side streets stay quiet and orderly.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Living
Interior features
Hardwood and tile flooring throughout; some variation by area
Full basement
One fireplace
Bedrooms
Two 3-bedroom units
Bathrooms
Each unit has one full bathroom
Kitchen
Each unit includes a dishwasher, range/oven, and refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Each unit includes a washer and dryer
Gas water heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Tile
Varies by area
Heating & cooling
Gas heating with multiple heating units
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Balcony
Enclosed porch and open porch
Private yard with partial fencing
See remarks (additional exterior details)
Home design
Two-story multi-family building
Resale property
Parking
Shared/common concrete parking
Garage providing approximately 2.5 garage spaces
Two or more parking spaces
Construction
Composite siding exterior
Asphalt roof
Block foundation
Building has two total stories
Utilities
Electricity connected
Public water connected
Sewer connected
Financial info
Two total rental units with separate gas and electric meters for each unit
Unit rents reported: one unit at $1,050 (month-to-month), another unit at $1,400
Owner pays trash collection and water; tenants pay all utilities
Operating expenses may include accounting, insurance, legal, structure maintenance, general maintenance, professional management, rent collection, snow removal, trash, and water/sewer
Electricity and solar
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Perfectly maintained fully remodeled 3/3 double in South Buffalo. Updates include: New furnaces, hot water tanks, updated plumbing including new sewer line, updated kitchens, brand new bathrooms. Huge kitchens in both units include all appliances. Garage features, finished drywall, electric and cable hookups, perfect for entertaining. Only minutes to downtown, Mercy Hospital, and the Outer Harbor, this is the ideal location! Don't miss this one!
Public Records
Aug 19, 2009
Sold
$66,000
$25/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$733 (−13.4%)
$20,000 + $202,000
$222,000
2024
$846 (+10.6%)
$9,400 + $141,600
$151,000
2023
$765 (−2.5%)
$9,400 + $141,600
$151,000
2022
$785 (+3.4%)
$9,400 + $141,600
$151,000
2021
$759 (−0.2%)
$9,400 + $141,600
$151,000
2020
$761 (−61.4%)
$9,400 + $141,600
$151,000
2019
$1,970 (+1.3%)
$5,400 + $69,900
$75,300
2018
$1,944 (+3.2%)
$5,400 + $69,900
$75,300
2017
$1,884 (+24.3%)
$5,400 + $69,900
$75,300
2016
$1,517 (+5.0%)
$5,400 + $69,900
$75,300
2015
$1,444 (+252.2%)
$5,400 + $69,900
$75,300
2014
$410
$5,400 + $69,900
$75,300
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
6
Baths
2
Stories
2.5
Lot width
33 ft.
Lot depth
120 ft.
Lot size
3,960 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,626
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,626
Year built
1920
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Erie County
APN
140200A1332400001020000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
N-3R
Residential Zone
The N-3R zone addresses residential areas adjoining the centers of Buffalo's streetcar neighborhoods, generally defined by moderately compact residential blocks, which occasionally include small mixed use buildings.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Park & open space
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Buffalo, NY • 14220
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Sun exposure
76/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.5 hrs
4.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 290 Abbott Rd
$190,891
$9,009 under list price of $200K
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