CCertihomes
1537 Hertel Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14216

$969,000

0 beds 0 baths 6,930 sqft Built 19190 days on marketActive

About this home

Affectionately known as The Colvin, this all-brick, mixed-use gem is a rare opportunity in the heart of North Buffalo. Situated on one of Hertel Strip’s most vibrant blocks, the building offers nearly 8, 000 square feet of total space, including close to 4, 000 square feet of prime retail frontage—currently home to a beloved antique shop that draws steady foot traffic. Upstairs, you’ll find two beautifully updated apartments, perfect for generating additional income or living steps away from your business. With its timeless curb appeal, flexible layout, and unbeatable location, The Colvin offers endless potential for entrepreneurs, investors, or anyone looking to make their mark in one of Buffalo’s most dynamic neighborhoods.

Affordability — calculate your monthly payment

Adjust your budget to see what's left after housing, utilities and transportation. Numbers below assume a 5% down, 30YrJumbo at 4% APR.

Your estimated payment
$8,432/mo

Real estate (PITI + HOA + PMI)
$6,967
Principal + interest$4,395
Property tax + insurance$2,209
PMI / 2nd mortgage$363
Utilities
$3,516
Heating + cooling$1,630
Internet + TV + phone$140
Water + sewer + garbage$58
Transportation
$0
Other (entertainment)
$140
$8,432/mo TLC
Budget$8,932/mo
Remaining after TLC$500/mo
Purchase price
$969,000
Down payment
$48,450 (5%)
Loan amount
$920,550
APR
4%

Quick facts

Type
MixedUse
Style
Year built
1919
Lot size
Stories
2
Heating
Gas, ForcedAir
Cooling
CentralAir
Water
Public
HOA
Annual tax
$12,649
MLS #
B1609351
County
Erie

At a glance

Air conditioning
Basement

Home features

Parking
None
Flooring
Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum, Varies, Vinyl
Roof
Flat
Sewer
PublicSewer

Lot features

Rectangular, RectangularLot

Neighborhood — 14216

MetricThis ZIPCountyUSA
Population22,44619,351,094299,088,112
Population Change Since1990-9.00%8.00%20.00%
Population Density7,902395
Male10,4879,381,926147,432,321
Female11,9599,969,168151,655,844
Never Married6,6814,946,39163,775,926
Married7,6287,166,701123,120,365
Separated8651,159,67312,639,686
Widowed1,6231,110,24515,467,586
Divorced2,0091,210,44823,075,029
Number Of House Hold10,4027,102,016111,826,380
Average House Hold Size2.142.642.60
Medial Age37.3736.5335.46
Median House Hold Income$38,183$49,847$48,276
Average House Hold Income$48,946$70,032$63,629
P C I$22,991$26,569$24,529
M D I$33,500$42,210$41,133
A T H E$42,917$54,185$50,898
S T R8.75%4.00%
W C J79.02%81.55%77.74%
(Zip) Code
14216

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Listing information last refreshed 6/17/2025. Provided courtesy of Gurney Becker & Bourne via Buffalo MLS. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed.