Great investment opportunity. .. Located just minutes from the Village of Williamsville, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home is in the highly rated Williamsville School District and within walking distance to shopping, restaurants, and everyday conveniences. Perfect as a primary residence or investment, this home offers a comfortable layout with character and practical updates. The inviting front porch features newer flooring and vinyl windows, leading into a bright living space with hardwood floors throughout much of the home. A large cathedral-ceiling family room with a gas-burning stove overlooking the backyard, ideal for gatherings or quiet nights in. The kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, and the baths are functional and well-maintained. Major updates include a hot water tank (2021) and a roof approximately 15 years old, giving peace of mind for years to come. Outside, enjoy a spacious backyard with a storage shed—offering plenty of room for outdoor living and recreation. This property combines location, function, and value in one of the area’s most sought-after school districts. Ready for its next owner to add their personal touch.
Single-familyProperty Type
1927Year Built
5,579 sq ftLot Size
$184Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Michael Measer• 716 Realty Group WNY LLC
•716-266-6691 (broker)
Contact: 716-444-3410
Bought with Michael Measer• 716 Realty Group WNY LLC
Listing by Red Door Real Estate WNY LLC, (716) 768-1177
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Sale history for 55 N Forest Rd
Date
Event
Price
WNYREIS #B1638425
Dec 22, 2025
Sold
$200,000
$144/sq ft
Oct 31, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 2, 2025
Price Changed
$219,000
$157/sq ft
Sep 22, 2025
Listed
$249,000
$179/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 3, 2013
Sold
$74,000
$53/sq ft
Public Records
May 2, 2005
Sold
$110,000
$79/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 22, 2002
Sold
$50,000
$36/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,239 (+0.5%)
$25,000 + $172,000
$197,000
2024
$4,217 (+6.5%)
$25,000 + $172,000
$197,000
2023
$3,958 (+3.5%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2022
$3,826 (+4.8%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2021
$3,651 (+1.6%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2020
$3,592 (+2.9%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2019
$3,490 (+2.1%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2018
$3,420 (+1.0%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2017
$3,386 (+31.4%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2016
$2,576 (+8.0%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2015
$2,385 (−0.7%)
$11,000 + $63,000
$74,000
2014
$2,402
$11,000 + $63,000
$74,000
Tax history for 55 N Forest Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,239 (+0.5%)
$25,000 + $172,000
$197,000
2024
$4,217 (+6.5%)
$25,000 + $172,000
$197,000
2023
$3,958 (+3.5%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2022
$3,826 (+4.8%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2021
$3,651 (+1.6%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2020
$3,592 (+2.9%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2019
$3,490 (+2.1%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2018
$3,420 (+1.0%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2017
$3,386 (+31.4%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2016
$2,576 (+8.0%)
$20,800 + $89,200
$110,000
2015
$2,385 (−0.7%)
$11,000 + $63,000
$74,000
2014
$2,402
$11,000 + $63,000
$74,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
40 ft.
Lot depth
140 ft.
Lot size
5,579 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,392
Year built
1927
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Erie County
APN
142289A0800800007003000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
GB
General Business District
To provide community centers within existing and proposed commercial nodes and mixed use activity centers for the location of commercial uses which serve a larger market area than a neighborhood center, as articulated in the comprehensive plan, and provide for community-wide needs for general goods and services and comparison shopping. Such uses require larger land areas, generate large volumes of traffic and may generate large amounts of evening activity.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Bank
Day care facility
Laundromat
General retail
Restaurant
Infrastructure
Hotel / motel
Mixed use building
Office
Property details
Parking
Parking
Features: No Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Room Types: Living Room, Family Room
Has Basement
Basement Information: Full
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Equipment
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator
Interior Features
Flooring: Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
Other Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room
Exterior
Building Information
Stories: 2
Stories (Total): 2
Year Built Details: Existing
Construction Details: Frame
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Blacktop Driveway
Lot Information
Lot Size Area: 0.1281
Lot Size Acres: 0.1281
Lot Size Dimensions: 40X139
Lot Features: Irregular Lot
Road Frontage Type: Main Thoroughfare
Property Information
Foundation Details: Block, Poured
Resale
Financial
Assessments and Fees
Assessed Value: $197,000
Tax Information
Annual Tax Amount: $4,288
Utilities
Utility Information
Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Sewer: Connected
Water Source: Connected, Public
Heating & Cooling
Has Heating
Heating: Gas, Baseboard
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,392
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 5,579 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: —
County: Erie County
APN: 142289A0800800007003000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Forest Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.4mi
5/10
Mill Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
7/10
Williamsville South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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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
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Historical weather
Buffalo, NY • 14221
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 9.4 hours in
June and 2.2 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$244,000 – $295,000
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