Welcome to 297 Downing St — a storybook 1920s home where timeless craftsmanship meets modern comfort. With 1,635 sq ft of beautifully maintained character, this residence offers the kind of warmth, detail, and charm buyers dream of but rarely find.
Step inside and fall in love with the original woodwork, restored hardwood floors, and the inviting flow of a home designed for both everyday living and memorable gatherings. The flexible 4-bedroom layout includes a convenient first-floor bedroom, while an upstairs bedroom features its own private balcony overlooking the freshly redesigned backyard — complete with new vinyl railing for safety, style, and serene views.
The front porch is pure nostalgia, offering the perfect backdrop for slow summer evenings, morning coffee rituals, and quiet moments of relaxation. Outside, the fully fenced corner lot is framed by a classic white picket fence and complemented by a detached garage — a rare combination of privacy, curb appeal, and practicality.
Inside, enjoy a formal dining room highlighted by original stained-glass windows, a first-floor half bath for convenience, and a full bath on the second floor. The full basement provides excellent storage along with updated mechanics and central air, giving you peace of mind from day one.
If you’ve been searching for a home with character, charm, and thoughtful updates — this is the one that checks every box.
Offers will be reviewed as they are received, seller reserve the right to set an offer deadline
Step inside and fall in love with the original woodwork, restored hardwood floors, and the inviting flow of a home designed for both everyday living and memorable gatherings. The flexible 4-bedroom layout includes a convenient first-floor bedroom, while an upstairs bedroom features its own private balcony overlooking the freshly redesigned backyard — complete with new vinyl railing for safety, style, and serene views.
The front porch is pure nostalgia, offering the perfect backdrop for slow summer evenings, morning coffee rituals, and quiet moments of relaxation. Outside, the fully fenced corner lot is framed by a classic white picket fence and complemented by a detached garage — a rare combination of privacy, curb appeal, and practicality.
Inside, enjoy a formal dining room highlighted by original stained-glass windows, a first-floor half bath for convenience, and a full bath on the second floor. The full basement provides excellent storage along with updated mechanics and central air, giving you peace of mind from day one.
If you’ve been searching for a home with character, charm, and thoughtful updates — this is the one that checks every box.
Offers will be reviewed as they are received, seller reserve the right to set an offer deadline
Property Details
Price:
$259,900
MLS #:
B1703507
Status:
Pending
Beds:
4
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
SingleFamilyResidence
Subdivision:
Buffalo Crk Reservation
Neighborhood:
buffalocity140200
Listed Date:
Aug 5, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,635
Total Sq Ft:
1,635
Lot Size:
6,000 sqft / 0.14 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1926
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Schools
School District:
Buffalo
Interior
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Refrigerator, Washer
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air
Flooring
Hardwood, Tile, Varies
Heating
Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Eat In Kitchen, Pull Down Attic Stairs, Bedroom On Main Level
Laundry Features
In Basement
Levels
Two
Main Level Bathrooms
1
Main Level Bedrooms
1
Exterior
Architectural Style
Two Story
Construction Materials
Wood Siding
Exterior Features
Concrete Driveway
Garage Spaces
1
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot
Parking Features
Detached, Garage
Stories
2
Financial
Taxes
$3,063
Map
Community
- Address297 Downing Street Buffalo NY
- SubdivisionBuffalo Crk Reservation
- CityBuffalo
- CountyErie
- Zip Code14220
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- 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
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Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Buffalo as of Aug 28, 2026
779
Single Family Listed
78
Avg DOM
131
Avg $ / SqFt
$227,519
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Buffalo Crk Reservation subdivision, 297 Downing Street Buffalo NY is a Single Family for sale in Buffalo, NY, 14220. It is listed for $259,900 and features 4 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,635 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1926. The current price per square foot is $159. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Buffalo is $131. The average listing price for Single Family in Buffalo is $227,519.
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Courtesy of WNY Metro Roberts Realty. Disclaimer: All data relating to real estate for sale on this page comes from the Broker Reciprocity (BR) of the New York State Alliance of MLSs. Detailed information about real estate listings held by brokerage firms other than Michael Paduano include the name of the listing broker. Neither the listing company nor Michael Paduano shall be responsible for any typographical errors, misinformation, misprints and shall be held totally harmless. The Broker providing this data believes it to be correct, but advises interested parties to confirm any item before relying on it in a purchase decision. Copyright 2026. New York State Alliance of MLSs. All rights reserved. 297 Downing Street
Buffalo, NY

