VRP pricing: owner will consider offers between $450,000 to $495,000 or higher. This exceptional 4-bedrm, 2.5-bath home offers over 2,000 sqft of beautifully finished living space across 3 floors. The 1st floor features newly remodeled custom kitchen w granite countertops, functional island, ceiling-height cabinets, built-in microwave drawer, & durable Blanco Silgranit composite sink. A bright & inviting formal dining rm is perfect for entertaining, while the spacious living rm highlights the original marble fireplace, built-in shelving, & gleaming hardwood floors. Upstairs, the 2nd floor offers 3 generously sized bedrms and 2 full baths. The fully finished 3rd floor adds remarkable versatility w 3 additional rms, including 4th bedrm & soundproof music room. Recent updates include new hot water tank (2024), 4-camera security system, & Generac generator. Outdoors, enjoy a quiet, partially fenced yard w stamped concrete patio, plus rare two-car garage w storage above. Present owner has a mid sized car and has no issues getting in and out of driveway! The new Trex-covered front porch adds even more curb appeal. Located just steps from the vibrant shopping & dining of Elmwood Village, this home is truly a must-see gem in a prime location!
Single-familyProperty Type
1917Year Built
3,920 sq ftLot Size
$273Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listing by Joseph Trifilo• HUNT Real Estate ERA
•716-633-0300 (broker)
•peter.scarcello@huntrealestate.com (broker)
Contact: 716-553-3939
Bought with Kunji Maya Rey• Towne Housing Real Estate
Listing by MJ Peterson Real Estate Inc., (716) 819-4200
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Sale history for 42 Lancaster Ave
Date
Event
Price
WNYREIS #B1637365
Mar 18, 2026
Sold
$448,750
$227/sq ft
Jan 19, 2026
Pending
—
Nov 17, 2025
Price Changed
$450,000
$227/sq ft
Oct 31, 2025
Relisted
—
Sep 22, 2025
Price Changed
$499,000
$252/sq ft
Sep 11, 2025
Listed
$500,000
$253/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 11, 2002
Sold
$120,000
$61/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,628
$78,000 + $415,000
$493,000
2025
$1,628 (−30.5%)
$78,000 + $415,000
$493,000
2024
$2,343 (+10.6%)
$81,000 + $337,000
$418,000
2023
$2,118 (−2.5%)
$81,000 + $337,000
$418,000
2022
$2,172 (+3.4%)
$81,000 + $337,000
$418,000
2021
$2,102 (−0.2%)
$81,000 + $337,000
$418,000
2020
$2,107 (−57.7%)
$81,000 + $337,000
$418,000
2019
$4,981 (−3.5%)
$34,200 + $165,800
$200,000
2018
$5,163 (+3.2%)
$34,200 + $165,800
$200,000
2017
$5,005 (+9.9%)
$34,200 + $165,800
$200,000
2016
$4,552 (+3.1%)
$34,200 + $165,800
$200,000
2015
$4,414 (+305.0%)
$34,200 + $165,800
$200,000
2014
$1,090
$34,200 + $165,800
$200,000
Tax history for 42 Lancaster Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$1,628
$78,000 + $415,000
$493,000
2025
$1,628 (−30.5%)
$78,000 + $415,000
$493,000
2024
$2,343 (+10.6%)
$81,000 + $337,000
$418,000
2023
$2,118 (−2.5%)
$81,000 + $337,000
$418,000
2022
$2,172 (+3.4%)
$81,000 + $337,000
$418,000
2021
$2,102 (−0.2%)
$81,000 + $337,000
$418,000
2020
$2,107 (−57.7%)
$81,000 + $337,000
$418,000
2019
$4,981 (−3.5%)
$34,200 + $165,800
$200,000
2018
$5,163 (+3.2%)
$34,200 + $165,800
$200,000
2017
$5,005 (+9.9%)
$34,200 + $165,800
$200,000
2016
$4,552 (+3.1%)
$34,200 + $165,800
$200,000
2015
$4,414 (+305.0%)
$34,200 + $165,800
$200,000
2014
$1,090
$34,200 + $165,800
$200,000
*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
5
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
40 ft.
Lot depth
97 ft.
Lot size
3,880 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,979
Year built
1917
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Erie County
APN
140200A1002300001006000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
N-2R
Residential Zone
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
Property details
Parking
Garage/Carport Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking
Features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 9
Room Types: Laundry, Living Room, Entry Foyer
Has Basement
Basement Information: Full
Room 1 Information
Other
Dimensions: 13.00 x 12.00
Length: 13.0
Width: 12.0
Room 2 Information
Other
Level: Third
Dimensions: 14.00 x 10.00
Length: 14.0
Width: 10.0
Room 3 Information
Living Room
Level: Third
Dimensions: 21.00 x 12.00
Length: 21.0
Width: 12.0
Room 4 Information
Kitchen
Level: First
Dimensions: 14.00 x 12.00
Length: 14.0
Width: 12.0
Room 5 Information
Dining Room
Level: First
Dimensions: 14.00 x 12.00
Length: 14.0
Width: 12.0
Room 6 Information
Bedroom 4
Level: Third
Dimensions: 14.00 x 12.00
Length: 14.0
Width: 12.0
Room 7 Information
Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12.00 x 10.00
Length: 12.0
Width: 10.0
Room 8 Information
Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12.00 x 11.00
Length: 12.0
Width: 11.0
Room 9 Information
Bedroom 1
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15.00 x 12.00
Length: 15.0
Width: 12.0
Laundry Information
Features: In Basement
Fireplace Information
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Equipment
Generator
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Purifier