Rare opportunities like this don't come along often—a thoughtfully updated Snyder home with two full baths, first-floor laundry, and an incredible park-like double lot that feels like your own private retreat. Situated on a picturesque tree-lined street in one of Amherst's most sought-after neighborhoods, this move-in ready home perfectly blends timeless brick charm with today's most desired updates. The stunning white kitchen features granite countertops, a large center island, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, and opens seamlessly to the main living areas. The inviting living room with fireplace and tastefully renovated bathrooms add warmth and style throughout. Major improvements include newer furnace and central air (approximately 2 years), newer hot water tank, updated windows and doors, and gutter guards. Outside, the fully fenced backyard is exceptional. The expansive patio and oversized, park-like setting provide endless possibilities for entertaining, relaxing, gardening, pets, and play beneath a canopy of mature trees. Just minutes from schools, parks, shopping, and restaurants, this is the kind of Snyder home buyers wait for—updated, move-in ready, and offering outdoor space that's simply hard to find. Showings start this Saturday 6/20 @ OPEN HOUSE 11am-1pm. Offer submission is 6/24 @ noon.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.31 acresLot Size
$247Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Sarah Robitaille• Howard Hanna WNY Inc.
Est. $2,143 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 491 Mount Vernon Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
WNYREIS #B1692039
Aug 24, 2026
Sold
$441,600
$247/sq ft
Jun 25, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 18, 2026
Listed
$379,900
$213/sq ft
WNYREIS #B1239079
Feb 4, 2020
Sold
$250,000
$140/sq ft
Dec 18, 2019
Pending
—
Dec 5, 2019
Pending
—
Nov 27, 2019
Listed
$239,900
$134/sq ft
Beautifully updated home in the Amherst school district! The spacious open-concept first floor includes a kitchen with gorgeous granite counter-tops, an island, a dining room, white cabinets. Also on the first floor are a living room with fireplace, laundry room, a full bathroom with walk in shower and a first floor bedroom! 3 additional bedrooms and a stunning bathroom on the second floor. The quiet backyard has a patio for entertaining and a 2 car garage. Come and check out your new home!
WNYREIS #B1168078
Aug 14, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jun 13, 2019
Price Changed
$199,900
$112/sq ft
Jun 4, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Feb 9, 2019
Price Changed
$262,000
$147/sq ft
Jan 14, 2019
Listed
$272,000
$152/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 21, 2016
Sold
$235,000
$132/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 15, 2016
Sold
$104,000
$58/sq ft
WNYREIS #B477135
Aug 28, 2015
Contingent
—
Jun 29, 2015
Price Changed
$139,900
$78/sq ft
Jun 9, 2015
Listed
$149,900
$84/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$8,933
$77,000 + $302,000
$379,000
2025
$8,933 (+8.4%)
$77,000 + $302,000
$379,000
2024
$8,243 (−2.4%)
$77,000 + $302,000
$379,000
2023
$8,442 (+4.1%)
$27,000 + $208,000
$235,000
2022
$8,106 (+2.1%)
$27,000 + $208,000
$235,000
2021
$7,941 (+5.6%)
$27,000 + $208,000
$235,000
2020
$7,519 (−4.3%)
$27,000 + $208,000
$235,000
2019
$7,852 (−3.4%)
$27,000 + $208,000
$235,000
2018
$8,126 (+10.4%)
$27,000 + $208,000
$235,000
2017
$7,362 (+27.1%)
$27,000 + $208,000
$235,000
2016
$5,792 (+11.4%)
$27,000 + $208,000
$235,000
2015
$5,201 (+31.3%)
$27,000 + $134,600
$161,600
2014
$3,960
$27,000 + $134,600
$161,600
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
5
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
88 ft.
Lot depth
155 ft.
Lot size
0.31 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,787
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Erie County
APN
142289A0801300011010000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 25, 2026.
R-3
Residential District Three
To provide areas within the Town for low-density single-family detached residential development where each dwelling unit shall be located on an individual lot of at least 8,450 sq ft.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Recreation
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Detached, Electricity, Garage, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bedroom Information
# of Main Level Bedrooms: 1
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 7
Room Types: Bedroom, Laundry, Living Room
Has Basement
Basement Information: Full, Sump Pump
Laundry Information
Features: Main Level
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Equipment
Appliances: Dryer, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Other Features: Breakfast Bar, Separate/Formal Living Room, Granite Counters, Hot Tub/Spa, Country Kitchen, Kitchen Island, Window Treatments, Bedroom on Main Level
Exterior
Building Information
Stories (Total): 1
Year Built Details: Existing
Roof Details: Architectural, Shingle
Construction Details: Attic/Crawl Hatchway(s) Insulated, Brick, Vinyl Siding, Copper Plumbing
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Concrete Driveway, Fully Fenced, Hot Tub/Spa, Patio
Patio And Porch Features: Open, Patio, Porch
Fencing: Full
Green Features
Green Energy Efficient: HVAC
Pool and Spa Information
Has Spa
Spa Features: Hot Tub
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.3131
Lot Size Acres: 0.3131
Lot Size Dimensions: 88X155
Lot Features: Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Property Information
Foundation Details: Poured
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $379,000
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $10,381
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected, High Speed Internet Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Connected
Water Source: Connected, Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Gas, Forced Air
Public facts
Beds: 5
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,787
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: —
County: Erie County
APN: 142289A0801300011010000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 25, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Smallwood Drive School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.4mi
5/10
Amherst Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
Amherst Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
9/10
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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
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Buffalo, NY • 14226
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Sun exposure
91/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Buffalo. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$390,000 – $472,000
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