538 Bird Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14222

• 4 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 2,544 sqft

Property Description

Lovingly maintained by only its third owner, this stunning 116-year-old home blends historic charm with thoughtful updates. Featuring 4 bedrooms and 2.5 baths, the home showcases beautiful natural woodwork, hardwood floors, and leaded and stained-glass windows throughout. A grand foyer welcomes you with an open staircase, intricate woodwork, judge’s paneling, and a striking stained-glass window on the landing. The spacious living room includes a pocket door and decorative fireplace with original tile surround, while the formal dining room features a coffered ceiling and stained-glass transoms. The fully renovated kitchen offers custom concrete countertops, an island with seating, walk-in pantry, and sliding glass doors to the fenced in backyard. A full bath and a warm and inviting family room are located just off the kitchen. Upstairs includes a primary bedroom with bay window, decorative fireplace, and large walk-in closet, plus three additional bedrooms and a renovated full bath with soaking tub and separate shower. If more space is needed, the walk-up attic provides two finished rooms ready for your ideas. Additional features of the property include a 2-car garage, a covered deck, updated 150-amp electrical, central A/C (2014), two high-efficiency furnaces (2014), a recently painted exterior (2023) and a tear-off roof (2011). Conveniently located near the Richardson Complex and Elmwood Avenue amenities.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

April 1, 2026

Data Last Updated:

April 5, 2026 at 2:16AM

Listing Office:

Gurney Becker & Bourne : 716-849-1234

Listing Agent:

Jeffrey Moyer : 716-818-9042

MLS ID:

B1669981

Interior

• General: AtticCeiling Fan(s)Separate/Formal Dining RoomEntrance FoyerEat-in KitchenSeparate/Formal Living RoomKitchen IslandSliding Glass Door(s)Solid Surface CountersWalk-In PantryNatural WoodworkWindow TreatmentsProgrammable Thermostat
• Appliances: DryerDishwasherGas OvenGas RangeGas Water HeaterMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
• Laundry: In Basement
• Basement: Full
• Flooring: Ceramic TileHardwoodTileVaries
• A/C: Central AirZoned
• Heating: GasZonedForced AirMultiple Heating Units
• Fireplace: FireplaceFireplaces: 2

Exterior

• General: Concrete DrivewayDeckFully Fenced
• Style: Traditional
• Other Structures: PorchDeckCovered
• Parking: DetachedElectricityGarage

Construction

• Roofing: AsphaltShingle
• Windows: DrapesLeaded GlassStorm Window(s)
• General: Shake SidingWood SidingCopper Plumbing2Stone

Location

• Road/Access: City Street
• Originating MLS: NYS_B
• School District: Buffalo
• County: Erie

Lot

• Zoning: 140200-089-610-0003-024-000
• Fencing: Full

Utilities

• Utilities: Cable AvailableElectricity ConnectedHigh Speed Internet AvailableSewer ConnectedWater ConnectedCircuit Breakers
• Water: ConnectedPublic
• Sewer: Connected

Financial

• Source: NYS_B