Attention investors, flippers, and landlords! This spacious fixer-upper offers a rare opportunity to create strong cash flow just minutes from SUNY Fredonia, a residential university serving thousands of students in the village of Fredonia. The campus remains a major driver of local housing demand, making this property an attractive candidate for student housing, room rentals, or a long-term investment strategy. Featuring generous square footage, multiple bedrooms, and flexible living areas, the property provides the layout investors seek for a potential student-rental conversion. With renovations and updates, there is significant upside potential to increase rental income and overall property value. Highlights include: Walking or short driving distance to campus Strong value-add opportunity Potential for student housing, shared living, or traditional rental use (subject to local zoning and approvals) Large footprint with room reconfiguration possibilities Affordable entry point for investors seeking cash-flow potential Located in a college-town market with ongoing student and faculty housing needs Property is being sold as-is. Bring your vision, contractor, and renovation plans. Whether you're looking to expand your rental portfolio, execute a BRRRR strategy, or create a high-demand student rental property, this opportunity deserves a close look. Unlock the potential and transform this property into a high-performing income-producing asset near one of Western New York's established college campuses.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
2,450 sq ftLot Size
$7Price/Sq.Ft.
Listing by Leah Comstock• EXP-Premier Listings Team
This four-bedroom one bathroom home is located in the City of Dunkirk. Within a quick driving distance to the lakefront and SUNY Fredonia. Rehab needed. The city of Dunkirk has ordered repairs be made and compliance to be issued before occupancy.
UNYREIS #R1502128
Dec 7, 2023
Price Changed
$20,000
$9/sq ft
Oct 4, 2023
Listed
$25,000
$12/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$990
$1,500 + $22,300
$23,800
2025
$990 (+3.3%)
$1,500 + $22,300
$23,800
2024
$958 (+2.1%)
$1,500 + $22,300
$23,800
2023
$938 (+9.3%)
$1,500 + $22,300
$23,800
2022
$858 (+3.7%)
$1,500 + $22,300
$23,800
2021
$828 (+0.5%)
$1,500 + $22,300
$23,800
2020
$824 (−1.9%)
$1,500 + $22,300
$23,800
2019
$839 (+0.9%)
$1,500 + $22,300
$23,800
2018
$831 (+2.0%)
$1,500 + $22,300
$23,800
2017
$815 (+2.7%)
$1,500 + $22,300
$23,800
2016
$793 (+0.7%)
$1,500 + $22,300
$23,800
2015
$788 (−25.9%)
$1,500 + $22,300
$23,800
2014
$1,063
$1,500 + $22,300
$23,800
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1.7
Lot width
35 ft.
Lot depth
70 ft.
Lot size
2,450 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
2,149
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
2,149
Year built
1900
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Chautauqua County
APN
060300A07901500030090000000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 21, 2026.
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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 94° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Dunkirk, NY • 14048
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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26
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Sun exposure
82/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.3 hrs
5.1 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 47 Ruggles St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $17,000 and $270,000.
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