Welcome to 38 Ripley Place—an exceptional 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath Buffalo home that has been completely transformed with an uncompromising attention to quality, design, and detail. Located just minutes from the vibrant Five Points neighborhood, this stunning residence offers the perfect combination of sophisticated living, modern convenience, and the character that makes Buffalo homes so amazing. From the moment you arrive, it is clear that this is something special. The exterior has been beautifully refreshed with new siding, windows, doors, porches, fencing, landscaping, and hardscaping, creating an inviting first impression that carries throughout the home. Inside, a thoughtful top-to-bottom renovation brings together beautiful craftsmanship and modern luxury, including gorgeous oak flooring, custom-milled woodwork, solid doors, designer lighting, and an abundance of custom built-in storage. The heart of the home is the stunning custom kitchen, featuring inset cabinetry, quartz countertops, and premium KitchenAid and Bosch appliances. The beautifully finished bathrooms showcase quality tile-work and Kohler fixtures, with the primary bath offering the added luxury of heated floors. Behind the beautiful finishes, the home has been extensively updated as well, including major electrical, plumbing, insulation, HVAC, roofing, and mechanical improvements. Modern smart-home features, integrated security, and separate heating and cooling for the upper and lower levels add another layer of comfort and peace of mind. This is more than a renovation—it is a home that has been thoughtfully reimagined from top to bottom, with no shortcuts and no detail overlooked. The result is a sophisticated, turn-key residence that feels every bit as impressive in person as it does on paper. Just minutes from Five Points, some of Buffalo's most beloved restaurants, shops, and neighborhoods, 38 Ripley Place delivers the kind of lifestyle, craftsmanship, and convenience that is exceptionally hard to find. Offers will be reviewed as they're received.
Single-familyProperty Type
1892Year Built
3,699 sq ftLot Size
$282Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Calvin Caruso• Keller Williams Realty WNY
International Preparatory School At Grover Clevela
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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About Elmwood
Bryant
Elmwood Bryant, located between Elmwood Avenue and Delaware Avenue, is a residential and cultural Buffalo neighborhood with early-20th-century streetscapes and a walkable commercial spine. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around Elmwood Avenue near Bryant Street, where sidewalk patios, indie boutiques, and coffee counters keep the blocks in motion. Pillar venues such as the Buffalo AKG Art Museum, the historic Elmwood Village Farmers Market, and Thin Man Brewery set a local cadence. Tree-lined side streets feature restored Victorians, brick apartments, and pocket gardens. Bidwell Parkway’s Olmsted-era greensward frames daily walks and bike rides. Cafes and galleries cluster in compact storefronts, giving errands a street-level rhythm.
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Offer insights
38 Ripley Pl · $629,900
$688K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $688K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
11 days
The average home goes pending in 10 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
108.5%
Most homes are selling 9% above list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Breakfast bar
Entrance foyer
Eat-in kitchen
Separate/formal living room
Kitchen island
Kitchen/family room combo
Quartz counters
Natural woodwork
Bath in primary bedroom
Full basement with sump pump
Fireplace (1)
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom (second level)
Bedroom 2 (second level)
Bedroom 3 (second level)
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
1 main-level bathroom
Kitchen
Gas oven
Gas range
Range hood
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Exhaust fan
Kitchen island
Eat-in kitchen
Breakfast bar
Quartz counters
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Upper-level laundry
Flooring
Carpet
Hardwood
Tile
Varies
Heating & cooling
Gas heating
Baseboard heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Concrete driveway
Partial fencing
Patio
Near public transit
Rectangular lot (approx. 27 x 137)
Home design
2-story existing single-family residence
Shingle roof
Stone foundation
Parking
No garage
Security
Owned security system
Construction
Vinyl siding
PEX plumbing
Shingle roof
Stone foundation
Built (existing)
Utilities
Public water connected
Sewer connected
Cable available
High-speed internet available
Electricity and solar
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The N-2R zone addresses residential areas adjoining more intensive mixed-use centers, generally defined by 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 91° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 9 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Buffalo, NY • 14213
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Sun exposure
71/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7.9 hrs
3.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 38 Ripley Pl
$637,598
$7,698 over list price of $630K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $430K to $645K.