Ad #7885800
MLS #B1687304
Welcome to 553 South Park Avenue, a remarkable piece of Buffalo
553 S Park Ave, Buffalo, New York, 14204
$175,000
6Beds
2Baths
3,566Sqft
0.149Acres
About this property
Welcome to 553 South Park Avenue, a remarkable piece of Buffalo history originally commissioned in 1894 by a prominent sea merchant and ideally located along the South Park corridor in the heart of the revitalizing First Ward. Offering over 4,000 square feet, this unique two-unit property blends historic character, flexible mixed-use potential, and exceptional storage. Each apartment features 3 bedrooms, formal living and dining rooms, a full bath, and abundant original charm. Historic details include six original pocket doors, soaring 10-foot first-floor ceilings, quarter-sawn oak woodwork, ornate fireplace surrounds, and preserved period craftsmanship throughout. The first-floor apartment offers custom maple cabinetry, dishwasher, electric range, refrigerator, and a parlor highlighted by an original fireplace with glazed tile surround. The upper apartment features a butler's pantry, clawfoot tub, elegant onyx marble fireplace, emerald glazed tile fireplace, and access to a private second-story deck. Two storefront-style spaces at the front of the building provide outstanding flexibility for offices, studios, workshops, storage, hobby space, or potential commercial uses. The finished third floor offers additional rooms and bonus space for storage, work, or expanded living arrangements. Exterior features include maintenance-free vinyl siding, architectural roof, a large attached garage/workshop, and a detached 3-car garage with rare brick-laid flooring. The basement provides extensive storage and workshop areas with built-in workbenches and fixtures. Conveniently located minutes from Canalside, downtown Buffalo, waterfront attractions, restaurants, and ongoing First Ward redevelopment, this rare property offers historic elegance, income potential, commercial flexibility, and exceptional. See the opportunity? Don't hesitate to submit-seller is open to considering reasonable proposals.
Property Features
6 Beds
2 Baths
3,566 Sqft
Built in 1900
0.149 Acres
3 Stories
Garage
Siding: Brick, VinylSiding, CopperPlumbing
Rubber, Asphalt, Flat, Membrane, Shingle Roof
Has Fireplace
Hot Water(Heating), Baseboard, Natural Gas, Zoned
$2,469 / yr property tax
Erie County
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James J Conley
M J Peterson Real Estate
716-587-2903
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Listing Agent: James J Conley (License #: 10301223914) 716-587-2903
Broker: M J Peterson Real Estate 716-689-7800 Listing Site
Copyright © 2026 New York State Alliance of MLSs, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Broker: M J Peterson Real Estate 716-689-7800 Listing Site
Copyright © 2026 New York State Alliance of MLSs, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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$175,000
6
Beds
2
Baths
3,566
Sqft
553 S Park Ave, Buffalo, New York, 14204
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MLS# B1687304
Welcome to 553 South Park Avenue, a remarkable piece of Buffalo
$175,000
553 S Park Ave, Buffalo, New York, 14204
6
Beds
2
Baths
3,566
Sqft
0.149
Acres
$175,000
553 S Park Ave, Buffalo, New York, 14204
6 Beds
2 Baths
3,566 Sqft
0.149 Acres
Welcome to 553 South Park Avenue, a remarkable piece of Buffalo history originally commissioned in 1894 by a prominent sea merchant and ideally located along the South Park corridor in the heart of the revitalizing First Ward. Offering over 4,000 square feet, this unique two-unit property blends historic character, flexible mixed-use potential, and exceptional storage. Each apartment features 3 bedrooms, formal living and dining rooms, a full bath, and abundant original charm. Historic details include six original pocket doors, soaring 10-foot first-floor ceilings, quarter-sawn oak woodwork, ornate fireplace surrounds, and preserved period craftsmanship throughout. The first-floor apartment offers custom maple cabinetry, dishwasher, electric range, refrigerator, and a parlor highlighted by an original fireplace with glazed tile surround. The upper apartment features a butler's pantry, clawfoot tub, elegant onyx marble fireplace, emerald glazed tile fireplace, and access to a private second-story deck. Two storefront-style spaces at the front of the building provide outstanding flexibility for offices, studios, workshops, storage, hobby space, or potential commercial uses. The finished third floor offers additional rooms and bonus space for storage, work, or expanded living arrangements. Exterior features include maintenance-free vinyl siding, architectural roof, a large attached garage/workshop, and a detached 3-car garage with rare brick-laid flooring. The basement provides extensive storage and workshop areas with built-in workbenches and fixtures. Conveniently located minutes from Canalside, downtown Buffalo, waterfront attractions, restaurants, and ongoing First Ward redevelopment, this rare property offers historic elegance, income potential, commercial flexibility, and exceptional. See the opportunity? Don't hesitate to submit-seller is open to considering reasonable proposals.
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HOME DETAILS
6 Beds
2 Baths
3,566 Sqft
Built in 1900
0.149 Acres
3 Stories
EXTERIOR
Garage
Siding: Brick, VinylSiding, CopperPlumbing
Rubber, Asphalt, Flat, Membrane, Shingle Roof
INTERIOR
Has Fireplace
Hot Water(Heating), Baseboard, Natural Gas, Zoned
FINANCIAL & COMMUNITY
$2,469 / yr property tax
Erie County
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New York State Alliance of MLSs, LLC
Source Property ID
B1687304
Listing Agent: James J Conley (License #: 10301223914) 716-587-2903
Broker: M J Peterson Real Estate 716-689-7800 Listing Site
Copyright © 2026 New York State Alliance of MLSs, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Broker: M J Peterson Real Estate 716-689-7800 Listing Site
Copyright © 2026 New York State Alliance of MLSs, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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