Exceptional opportunity to own a beautifully updated 2-unit property in a highly desirable location. Rich original woodwork and gleaming hardwood floors showcase the home’s timeless character, while numerous improvements provide modern comfort, including a new sewer line installed in 2025. Both units feature remodeled bathrooms with updated tub/shower surrounds, tile, flooring, and fixtures. The lower unit includes a versatile bonus room ideal for a den, family room, or home office, while the upper unit offers a spacious enclosed sun porch. Both kitchens have updated flooring, and the upper kitchen also features newer counter tops, cabinetry, and sink. New flooring has been installed on all stairs and stairwells. The interior, exterior, and garage have been freshly painted. A full finished attic provides additional living space with 2 bonus rooms and ample storage. The full basement offers even more storage. Outside, enjoy a partially fenced yard, attractive green space, and a large 2-car garage. Vacant and move-in ready, this property is ideal for owner occupants, investors, or multi-generational living.
Property Details
Price:
$245,000
MLS #:
B1688110
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
2
Type:
Multi Family
Subtype:
MultiFamily
Subdivision:
University District
Neighborhood:
buffalocity140200
Listed Date:
Jun 5, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,168
Total Sq Ft:
2,168
Lot Size:
3,850 sqft / 0.09 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1925
Units:
2
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Schools
School District:
Buffalo
Interior
Appliances
Gas Water Heater
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Hardwood, Laminate, Tile, Varies
Heating
Gas, Baseboard, Hot Water
Interior Features
Attic, Natural Woodwork
Levels
Two
Exterior
Architectural Style
Duplex
Construction Materials
Composite Siding, Other
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Features
Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Parking Features
Garage, Paved, On Street
Roof
Asphalt
Stories
2
Financial
Taxes
$2,201
Map
Community
- Address197 Shirley Avenue Buffalo NY
- CityBuffalo
- CountyErie
- Zip Code14215
Subdivisions in Buffalo
- 200 Delaware Condo
- 770 West Ferry Condo
- 800 West Ferry Condo
- Admirals Walk Condo
- Allentown
- Appollos Stevens
- Bailey Estate
- Bailey Estates
- Bailey-Lovejoy
- Berkshire Terrace
- Bird Farm
- Black Rock
- Bronson Park
- Bryant Parish Condo
- Buffal0 Crk Reservation
- Buffalo
- Buffalo Creek Reservation
- Buffalo Crk
- Buffalo Crk Indian Reserv
- Buffalo Crk Reservation
- Buffalo Stove Works Prop
- Carriage Lane Condo Bldg
- Central Park
- City Centre Condo
- City Of Buffalo
- City/Buffalo
- Cold Springs
- Colvin Estates
- Colvin Park
- Colvin Park New 04
- Delaware District
- Delaware Tower
- Delaware Tower Condo
- Delaware Tower Condos
- Downtown
- Drexel Add
- Drexel Sub
- East Side
- Ebenezer Lands
- Elmwood
- Elmwood Strip
- Estate/James H Metcalfe
- Executive Condo
- Ferry
- Ferry Lt
- Fillmore Leroy
- First Ward
- Fruit Belt
- Gore
- Gore Tr
- Hamlin Park
- Highland Park
- Historic Warehouse Condo
- Holland Company’s Surv
- Holland Land
- Holland Land Co
- Holland Land Companies Su
- Holland Land Company
- Holland Land Company ‘s S
- Holland Land Company Surv
- Holland Land Company’s Su
- Holland Land Companys
- Holland Land Companys Sur
- Holland Land Cos Curv
- HOLLAND LAND COS SURV
- Holland Land’s Company Su
- Holland Lands Company’s S
- Homes Tr
- Hospital Hill
- Humboldt Park
- James Sperry’s Surv
- Jones
- Jones Tr
- Kaisertown
- Kensington
- Kensington Park
- Land Company’s Surv
- Lands/The Richmond Avenue
- Lang Field Sub Map #2
- Lee & Mcphersons Sub
- Lower West Side
- Manns Plan
- Marina Park Condo B Bldg
- Masten Park
- New York State Reservatio
- Niagara
- North Buffalo
- Parish
- Parish Tr
- Parkside
- Pasquale Condo
- Polonia
- Rivermist Dev Ph 1
- Riverside
- Schiller Park
- South Buffalo
- South Vlg/Black Rock
- St Marys Square Condo
- Steven’s Surv
- Stevens Surv
- University District
- University Heights
- University Park Sub
- Waterfront Village Pt I
- Waterfront Village Pt Ii
- West Side
- Willert Park
- Willert Park Village Ph 1
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Multi Family in Buffalo as of Jul 17, 2026
529
Multi Family Listed
77
Avg DOM
98
Avg $ / SqFt
$274,225
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 197 Shirley Avenue Buffalo NY is a Multi Family for sale in Buffalo, NY, 14215. It is listed for $245,000
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Buffalo, NY

