- 8 beds
- 6 baths
- 4,956 sqft
- 7,794 sqft lot
- $139 per sqft
- 1911 build
- – on site
Welcome to 578 Richmond Avenue – A Rare Elmwood Village Victorian Masterpiece. Step into a piece of Buffalo’s rich architectural history with this stunning turn-of-the-century Victorian, prominently situated in the heart of the Elmwood Village. Built by a successful lumber baron, this remarkable property is as grand in history as it is in scale, once serving as the home of Buffalo's First Church of the Nazarene. This one-of-a-kind residence offers 4 beautiful units, an in-law suite, and an oversized 2-car garage, all thoughtfully preserved and updated for modern living. Original millwork, soaring ceilings, and fine architectural details are found throughout, showcasing the craftsmanship of a bygone era. The expansive owner's unit occupies the entire first floor, featuring gracious formal living and dining rooms, an exceptionally spacious kitchen, and three bedrooms. The rear of this unit transitions seamlessly into an attached in-law suite, currently used as a grand family room with cathedral ceilings, full kitchen, additional bedroom, 1.5 baths, and spiral staircase leading to a charming loft with access to a private second-floor deck overlooking the beautiful backyard. In total, the owner's unit offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and ample room for entertaining or multigenerational living. The 3 rental apartments each offer their own unique charm. The front second-floor unit is filled with natural light and character, boasting 1 bedroom, a spacious living and dining area overlooking Richmond Avenue. The rear second-floor unit is warm and inviting with one bedroom, kitchen, living room, and bath. The third-floor unit is a true showstopper—an expansive two-bedroom apartment featuring a large living room, formal dining area, eat-in kitchen, office nook, full bath, built-ins, beamed ceilings, and timeless original details. This is more than just a home—it's a legacy property offering versatility, income potential, and a unique blend of historic character and modern convenience. Showings begin Friday, July 18th at 5:00 PM. Offers will be reviewed after Wednesday, July 23rd at 11:00 AM. Don’t miss your chance to own one of Elmwood Village’s architectural crown jewels!
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Last updated Jul 14, 2025
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MLS# B1622301 —
The Building
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Year Built:1911
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Year Built Details:Existing
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Construction Materials:WoodSiding,CopperPlumbing
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Architectural Style:Fourplex
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Roof:Asphalt,Architectural,Shingle
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Basement:Full
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Basement:true
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Foundation Details:Stone
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Exterior Features:Balcony,Deck,Fence
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Door Features:SlidingDoors
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Window Features:Drapes,LeadedGlass,Skylights
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Patio And Porch Features:Balcony,Deck
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Building Area Total:4956.0
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Building Area Source:PublicRecords
Interior
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Interior Features:CeilingFans,CathedralCeilings,SlidingGlassDoors,Storage,Skylights,NaturalWoodwork,WindowTreatments
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Flooring:Carpet,CeramicTile,Hardwood,Varies,Vinyl
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Fireplace:false
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Laundry Features:WasherHookup
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Stories:3
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Stories Total:3
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:4,956 Sqft
Financial & Terms
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Rent Includes:Other,SeeRemarks
Location
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Directions:Between Auburn and Breckenridge
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Subtype:MultiFamily
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Property Condition:Resale
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Parcel Number:140200-099-280-0005-008-000
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Lot Features:NearPublicTransit,Rectangular,RectangularLot,ResidentialLot
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Lot Size Dimensions:53X145
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Lot Size Acres:0.1789
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Lot Size SqFt:7794.0
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Lot Size Area:0.1789
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Lot Size Units:Acres
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Waterfront:false
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Fencing:Partial
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Road Frontage Type:CityStreet
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (716) 574-8825
- Office phone:
- (716) 832-3300
Taxes
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Tax Lot:8
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Tax Annual Amount:9474.0
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Tax Assessed Value:333000
Beds
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Bedrooms Total:8
Baths
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Total Baths:6
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Full Baths:5
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Half Baths:1
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:Gas,ForcedAir
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Heating:true
Utilities
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Utilities:CableAvailable,HighSpeedInternetAvailable,SewerConnected,WaterConnected
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Electric:CircuitBreakers
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Sewer:Connected
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Water Source:Connected,Public
Appliances
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Appliances:GasWaterHeater
Schools
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Elementary School District:Buffalo
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Middle Or Junior School District:Buffalo
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High School District:Buffalo
The Community
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Senior Community:false
Parking
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Garage:true
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Garage Spaces:2.0
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Parking Features:Concrete,Garage
Walk Score®
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Bike Score®
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Bike Score evaluates a location's bikeability. It is calculated by measuring bike infrastructure, hills, destinations and road connectivity, and the number of bike commuters. Bike Scores range from 0 (Somewhat Bikeable) to 100 (Biker’s Paradise).
Transit Score®
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Transit Score measures a location's access to public transit. It is based on nearby transit routes frequency, type of route (bus, rail, etc.), and distance to the nearest stop on the route. Transit Scores range from 0 (Minimal Transit) to 100 (Rider’s Paradise).
Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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7/14/25
Jul 14, 2025
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Listed / Active | NYSAMLS | $689,900 |