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3179 W River Road, Grand Island, NY 14072

$388,800

4 beds 2 baths 3,218 sqft Built 191199 days on marketActive

About this home

Welcome to a truly rare Grand Island offering—positioned perfectly just across from the Niagara River and backing up to the serene Big Six Mile Creek Marina State Park. This 3, 076 sq. ft. home sits on 1.29 acres & blends tranquil waterfront living with modern updates and strong income potential. One of the most compelling features is the fully outfitted primary suite or in-law suite, currently generating income as a successful Bed & Breakfast at $149/night. With a private entrance, BnB-specific living/dining room, large bedroom with walk-in closet, large bathroom, and its own cozy porch, this suite provides both privacy and functionality for guests or extended family. This space can easily be used as a huge primary suite, or family room. Inside, you’ll find a layout designed for comfort and versatility. The main floor boasts over 2, 500 sq. ft and lives like a ranch, with a massive living room, and a centrally located kitchen that opens into a dedicated dining room. The open-concept flow and spacious rooms create an ideal environment for everyday living and entertaining. Upstairs there are 2 bedrooms, a bonus room, and a private loft area that offer cozy flexibility for guests, work-from-home setups, or a personal retreat. Enjoy extra space in the huge bathrooms, 1st floor laundry, and the large mudroom that keeps the home organized and functional for active lifestyles. Outdoor living is unmatched: unwind on the front or back porch, take in beautiful sunsets, and enjoy waterfront access to Big Six Marina. Notable recent upgrades include: Brand-new furnace (2025), Electric tankless water heater (2024) & many weatherization improvements for enhanced energy efficiency. A whole-house generator will also ease your mind to always stay connected. This property effortlessly combines comfort, income potential, and waterfront luxury in a setting few homes can match.

Affordability — calculate your monthly payment

Adjust your budget to see what's left after housing, utilities and transportation. Numbers below assume a 5% down, 30YrFixed at 7.15% APR.

Your estimated payment
$4,544/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$3,658
Principal + interest$2,495
Property tax + insurance$1,017
PMI / 2nd mortgage$146
Utilities
$1,881
Heating + cooling$791
Internet + TV + phone$133
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$0
Other (entertainment)
$133
$4,544/mo TLC
Budget$5,044/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$388,800
Down payment
$19,440 (5%)
Loan amount
$369,360
APR
7.15%

Quick facts

Type
SingleFamilyResidence
Style
HistoricAntique, Other, SeeRemarks, Traditional
Year built
1911
Lot size
1.29 ac
Stories
2
Heating
Gas, ForcedAir
Cooling
CentralAir
Water
Connected, Public
HOA
Annual tax
$6,420
MLS #
B1605610
County
Erie

At a glance

Air conditioning
Fireplace
Basement
Garage (1)
Waterfront

Home features

Appliances
AppliancesNegotiableDishwasherTanklessWaterHeater
Interior
SeparateFormalDiningRoomEntranceFoyerSeparateFormalLivingRoomOtherSeeRemarksStorageSkylightsNaturalWoodworkConvertibleBedroomInLawFloorplanMainLevelPrimary
Exterior
DeckDockGravelDrivewayPlayStructurePrivateYardSeeRemarks
Community
TrailsPaths
Parking
DetachedGarageStorage
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, LuxuryVinyl, Other, SeeRemarks, Varies
Roof
Asphalt
Sewer
SepticTank

Lot features

IrregularLot, Other, ResidentialLot, SeeRemarks

Schools

Elementary
Charlotte Sidway
Middle
Veronica E Connor Middle
High
Grand Island Senior High

Neighborhood — 14072

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population18,57019,351,094299,088,112
Population Change Since19906.00%8.00%20.00%
Population Density653395
Male9,2099,381,926147,432,321
Female9,3619,969,168151,655,844
Never Married3,2534,946,39163,775,926
Married9,4277,166,701123,120,365
Separated3541,159,67312,639,686
Widowed7881,110,24515,467,586
Divorced1,1081,210,44823,075,029
Number Of House Hold6,8917,102,016111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.682.642.60
Medial Age39.9136.5335.46
Median House Hold Income$69,056$49,847$48,276
Average House Hold Income$80,640$70,032$63,629
P C I$30,196$26,569$24,529
M D I$56,614$42,210$41,133
A T H E$60,400$54,185$50,898
S T R8.75%4.00%
W C J75.57%81.55%77.74%
(Zip) Code
14072

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Listing information last refreshed 5/9/2025. Provided courtesy of Keller Williams Realty WNY via Buffalo MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.