Buffalo Homes under $1.5 million

Welcome to Buffalo, New York – a city that beautifully blends rich history, vibrant culture, and stunning architecture. Nestled in Erie County, Buffalo is renowned for its breathtaking waterfront along Lake Erie, offering residents a picturesque setting and a plethora of outdoor activities. With a population that thrives on community spirit, Buffalo boasts a diverse array of neighborhoods, each with its own unique charm and character.

For those seeking a home in this dynamic city, you’ll be delighted to discover that Buffalo offers an impressive selection of properties under $1.5 million. Whether you’re searching for a cozy bungalow, a historic brownstone, or a modern family home, Buffalo’s real estate market caters to a variety of tastes and budgets. Many homes feature classic designs with intricate woodwork, spacious layouts, and beautiful gardens, while newer constructions provide contemporary amenities and energy-efficient features.

Living in Buffalo means immersing yourself in a thriving arts scene, with renowned institutions like the Albright-Knox Art Gallery and the Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra just minutes away. Food lovers will revel in the city’s culinary offerings, from famous Buffalo wings to a burgeoning farm-to-table movement. Plus, the city’s proximity to Niagara Falls provides an easy escape for those looking to explore natural wonders.

With its affordable housing options, rich cultural heritage, and a community that welcomes newcomers with open arms, Buffalo is not just a place to live but a place to thrive. Discover your dream home in this charming city today!

Newest Buffalo Homes under $1.5 million

$299,900

4 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ B1717704 MLS

Welcome to 230 Potomac Avenue, a beautifully maintained West Side Buffalo home blending original character with thoughtful modern updates. Located on a neighborhood street, this inviting property offers a covered front porch, covered rear porch, concrete patio added in 2023, fenced-in yard, and a convenient off-street parking pad completed in 2023. Step through the original wood front door into a welcoming foyer featuring a grand staircase and French doors leading to the spacious family room and living room. The large formal dining room showcases beautiful built-in cabinetry, while the first floor also offers a full bathroom and an updated kitchen featuring granite countertops and an undermount sink. Kitchen appliances are included, including a refrigerator (2024), stove (2019), dishwasher (2020), and microwave (2023). The second floor offers excellent flexibility with four bedrooms, although one has been converted into a convenient second-floor laundry room with a Maytag commercial-grade washer and dryer included. Another bedroom has been transformed into a spacious custom walk-in closet, with the design completed by Creative Storage in 2019. The remaining bedrooms include a generous primary bedroom and additional bedroom, along with a full bathroom. The finished third floor provides even more living space with three finished rooms and two additional storage areas. Updated carpet and padding were installed in 2023 by Carpet Collection, and a wall-mounted furnace installed by Zenner & Ritter in 2023 provides heating and air conditioning to the space. Numerous major updates provide peace of mind, including a new roof, windows, furnace, PVC drain lines, copper water lines, kitchen, and second-floor bathroom, all completed in 2018. Central AC and a new electrical panel were added in 2021. A security system is also included. With its classic Buffalo character, spacious layout, flexible living areas, fenced yard, off-street parking, and extensive list of updates, 230 Potomac Avenue offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy all that Buffalo's West Side has to offer. Offers will be reviewed as they are received. Owner reserve the right to set a deadline.

230 Potomac Avenue, Buffalo

$234,900

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ B1712245 MLS

Welcome to 22 Zenner St, Buffalo, NY 14211! This spacious, newly renovated single-family home is situated on a neighborhood street and offers approximately 2,143 square feet of living space, 5 bedrooms, and 2 full bathrooms and with a bonus sunroom. Extensive improvements include a new roof, new plumbing, new heating, and new electrical wiring throughout the entire house with all permit. All new vinyl windows, luxury vinyl flooring, new LED lighting, and wired smoke alarms add to the updates. The brand-new kitchen features luxury tile flooring, a new gas cooktop, and a new refrigerator. Both full bathrooms are newly renovated with luxury tile finishes. Two separate staircases provide access to the second floor, while a bonus enclosed sunroom offers additional space for relaxing or enjoying your morning coffee. A 2-car garage and off-street parking add everyday convenience. Architectural floor plans, plumbing, heating, electrical and general contractor permit documentation are available. Located close to shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, this generously sized home combines extensive renovations with versatile living space. Seller is a licensed real estate agent. Some Photos does have virtual staging for interior design ideas only. Square footage may differ from record per floor plan measurements.

22 Zenner Street, Buffalo

$159,900

6 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ B1719597 MLS

Welcome to 722 Hopkins St! This spacious two-family home in South Buffalo offers an excellent opportunity for investors or buyers looking to live in one unit and rent the other. Each apartment features three bedrooms, generous living space, and a spacious kitchen, while a full basement provides additional storage. Conveniently located close to everything. School, restaurant, groceries, hospital etc. This property offers convenient access to downtown Buffalo and the waterfront. Enjoy nearby attractions including Tifft Nature Preserve, the Outer Harbor, South Park, and the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens, offering opportunities for nature walks, recreation, and outdoor activities. Whether you’re expanding your rental portfolio or exploring homeownership with rental income potential, this property deserves a look! Showing starts immediately!

722 Hopkins Street, Buffalo

$499,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ B1719515 MLS

Unparalleled Waterfront Living with Panoramic Views Views, views, views—and more VIEWS! Welcome to the most coveted vantage point in Buffalo. This extraordinary 1,920 sq. ft. luxury condo offers commanding, unobstructed views of the city skyline, Lake Erie, and even the distant shores of Canada—all from one of Buffalo’s premier waterfront addresses. Step inside to a spacious, light-filled open floor plan designed for elegant living and effortless entertaining. Floor-to-ceiling windows and private balconies seamlessly blend indoor and outdoor living while showcasing stunning vistas from every angle. The expansive living and dining area flows beautifully, offering the perfect backdrop for gathering with friends or simply soaking in the scenery. Retreat to the sophisticated primary suite, complete with its own private balcony, a bay window with dramatic views, and a spa-inspired en-suite bath. The second bedroom—ideal as a guest room, den, or home office—also features spectacular views and a full private bath. With abundant closet space throughout, this home combines luxury with livability. A soothing neutral palette provides the perfect canvas for your personal style. Residents enjoy access to premium building amenities, including a modern fitness center, cedar sauna, secure underground parking with a dedicated space, a storage unit, and advanced fob- and app-based security systems. Live the lifestyle you’ve been dreaming of—welcome to Buffalo Luxury Living at its finest.

801 Admirals Walk Unit 801, Buffalo

$299,900

5 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ B1719468 MLS

Welcome to 33 Mercer Avenue! Offering nearly 2,300 square feet of living space, this spacious 5-bedroom, 2-full-bath home is filled with character and opportunity. The versatile layout features two bedrooms and a full bath on the first floor, with three additional bedrooms and a second full bath upstairs. Beautiful hardwood floors and natural woodwork add warmth and character throughout, complemented by a formal dining room, eat-in kitchen and ample storage. The full basement provides additional flexible space, including a separate bonus room and dedicated workshop, offering plenty of room for hobbies, projects and storage. A rear enclosed porch, private driveway and detached garage add even more functionality. Conveniently located in University Heights near Main Street, UB South Campus, public transportation, shopping, dining and neighborhood amenities. With generous living space, a flexible floor plan, original character and plenty of potential to make it your own, 33 Mercer is ready for its next chapter!

33 Mercer Avenue, Buffalo

$145,000

4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ B1719272 MLS

Nice 4 bedroom home, perfect for a first time home buyer and or investor. Owner put his heart into making this property a great home for a new buyer. This property has a new boiler, new wiring, new paint, newer furnace, circuit breakers, and hot water tank. New entry doors front and back, new flooring, countertops, bathroom vanity, new windows upstairs and new stairs in the front of the house. This is a great opportunity to make this house your new home.

15 Schmarbeck Avenue, Buffalo

$174,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ B1719485 MLS

Value, location, and potential on Eureka Place! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Colonial features a spacious, partially fenced yard offering rare outdoor space for the area, a new garage roof (2025), newer furnace (2020) and a newer water heater (2020). Bring your vision and custom design ideas to add equity and make it shine. Exceptionally well-positioned just minutes from the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, the Fruit Belt, Downtown dining, shopping, and the Theatre District. Enjoy effortless daily travel with quick access to public transit and major highways. A solid opportunity ready for your personalized updates!

43 Eureka Place, Buffalo

$189,000

4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ B1719447 MLS

Welcome home to this charming, beautifully updated Cape! The first floor features a comfortable living room and two bedrooms, all with hardwood floors, along with a completely updated full bath. The kitchen has been nicely updated with white soft-close cabinets, quartz countertops, glass ceramic backsplash, farmhouse-style sink, pantry and luxury vinyl flooring. Kitchen appliances are included, and new lighting fixtures throughout add a fresh touch. The second floor offers two additional bedrooms (one does not have a closet) with wall-to-wall carpeting, with one bedroom offering flexible use as an office, den or additional living space. Enjoy the open front porch with composite decking and a nicely partially fenced yard. The full basement provides plenty of storage and the opportunity to create additional finished living or recreation space. A shed offers convenient outdoor storage. Other updates include replacement windows throughout, 100-amp electrical service, tankless hot water heater and central air. With so many updates already completed, this home is ready for its next owner to simply move in and enjoy. Square footage listed differs from public records. Owners had the home professionally measured using CubiCasa.

320 Marilla Street, Buffalo

$119,000

4 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ B1715139 MLS

Welcome to 103 Weiss Street, a solid, tenanted single-family in Kaisertown on a roughly 3,000 sq ft lot. 4 bedrooms and 1 bath, with living area Weiss is a one-way street off Clinton, between Bailey and Ogden, a short run to the Thruway and minutes from Harlem Road and West Seneca. Straightforward Buffalo house for an owner-occupant or an investor who wants a small hold in an established rental street.

103 Weiss Street, Buffalo

$349,900

10 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ B1719237 MLS

Welcome to an amazing opportunity to own the perfect mixed use 4 unit with its sister property for sale right next to it as well (1946 Clinton)! This over 5,000 sq ft.² turnkey investment has an updated roof, updated electric, siding, and windows, hot water tanks, over 20k of brand new plumbing and generating over $4,000 a month with option to rent out room in the 2.5 car garages for more income! There are (2) 3/1 units and (2) 2/1 units, separate utilities as well! All apartments are an average and very good condition. There are just no interior pictures due to the privacy of the tenants. This one won’t last!

1952 Clinton Street, Buffalo

$274,900

7 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ B1719232 MLS

Welcome to an amazing opportunity to own the perfect mixed use three unit with its sister property for sale right next to it as well (1952 Clinton)! This over 4000 ft.² gem has a 10 year-old roof, updated electric, siding, and windows, generating over $3000 a month with option to rent out room in the 2.5 car garages for more income! There is a store front, 3/1 and a 4/1.5 unit. All separate utilities as well! All apartments are an average and very good condition. There are just no interior pictures due to the privacy of the tenants. This one won’t last!

1946 Clinton Street, Buffalo

$249,900

6 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ B1714663 MLS

Opportunity awaits at 83 Wakefield Ave, Buffalo, NY 14214. The property is being sold strictly “as is,” and the seller will not make any repairs, including repairs required by an appraisal or lender.

83 Wakefield Avenue, Buffalo

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