Welcome to 688 Riley Street, ideally located in the heart of Buffalo! This spacious 2-unit property features 6 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, offering an excellent opportunity for investors or owner-occupants.
The lower unit offers 3 spacious bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, a comfortable living room, dining area, and a nicely sized kitchen. The upper unit offers a similar layout with 3 additional bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and access to a top porch.
Additional features include a full attic, full basement, and spacious fenced-in backyard, providing plenty of storage and outdoor space.
Conveniently located just minutes from Downtown Buffalo, moments from MLK Park, and with easy access to the 33 Expressway, this property puts you close to many of Buffalo’s restaurants, shopping, entertainment, parks, and other city amenities.
Whether you’re looking to expand your investment portfolio or owner-occupy, 688 Riley Street is worth a look!
Open House: Saturday 8/15/2026 1:00PM-3:00PM.
Pending
$199,999
688 Riley St, Buffalo, NY 14211
6beds
2,288sqft
Duplex, Multi Family
Built in 1900
-- sqft lot
$194,300 Zestimate®
$87/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spacious fenced-in backyard
- 44 days
- 442
- 41
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Keller Williams Realty WNY 716-832-3300,
Joseph Brown 716-550-6771
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: B1706486
Originating MLS: Buffalo
Originating MLS: BuffaloFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Heating
- Gas, Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
- Basement: Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,288
- Total interior livable area: 2,288 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Paved
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Open, Porch
- Exterior features: Fully Fenced
- Fencing: Full
Lot
- Size: 3,158 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31 x 101
- Features: Near Public Transit, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Residential Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 1402001005200004040000
- Zoning description: Residential 2 Unit
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Architectural style: Duplex
- Property subtype: Duplex, Multi Family
Materials
- Attic/Crawl Hatchway(s) Insulated, Block, Concrete, Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Buffalo
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $87/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $149,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,627
- Date on market: 8/12/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 25 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$194,300
$185,000 - $204,000
$1,275/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/22/2026 | Pending sale | $199,999$87/sqft |
Source:  NYSAMLSs #B1706486 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $199,999+267%$87/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1706486 Report a problem | ||
| 11/23/2024 | Listing removed | $1,100 |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,100+10% |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,000 |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2023 | Price change | $1,000+5.3% |
Source: Zillow Rentals Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2022 | Listed for rent | $950 |
Source: Zillow Rental Manager Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2013 | Sold | $54,500-9.9%$24/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2013 | Listed for sale | $60,500+278.1%$26/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2013 | Sold | $16,000-15.8%$7/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/14/2013 | Listed for sale | $19,000+58.3%$8/sqft |
Source: Realty Edge, Inc #B421847 Report a problem | ||
| 6/8/2009 | Sold | $12,000+50%$5/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2006 | Sold | $8,000$3/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $149,000 +272.5% |
| 2024 | -- | $40,000 |
| 2023 | -- | $40,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $40,000 |
| 2021 | -- | $40,000 |
| 2020 | -- | $40,000 +33.3% |
| 2019 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2018 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2017 | $765 +328.4% | $30,000 |
| 2016 | $178 | $30,000 |
| 2015 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2013 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2012 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2011 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2008 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2007 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2006 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2004 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2003 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2002 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2001 | -- | $30,000 -25% |
| 2000 | -- | $40,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: MLK Park
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Buffalo
Source: NYSAMLSs. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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