Welcome to 520 North Ellicott Creek Rd—an expansive and versatile 3,088 SF home set on nearly 4 acres with 50 feet of direct water access along Ellicott Creek! Ideal for kayaking, fishing or peaceful waterfront relaxation, this one-of-a-kind property offers the rare blend of space, privacy, and recreational opportunity in a prime Amherst location. Just minutes from Ellicott Creek Park, UB North Campus, Niagara Falls Blvd shopping, and I-990, this home features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and multiple flexible living areas. The large eat-in kitchen with center island boasting induction cooktop, which connects to a formal dining room, formal living room- centered around a wood burning fireplace and a huge family room—ideal for both everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy the added bonus of a Florida room, covered patio, and in-ground pool- heated by a gas heater, perfect for hosting and unwinding with a view. A first-floor bedroom or optional office/home gym adds convenience and flexibility for your lifestyle. The primary suite offers a massive walk in wardrobe, adding seclusion for the private full bath, while the rest of the upper-level offers 3 bedrooms feature hardwood floors and are serviced by a spacious 4-piece bath. Modern tech and mechanicals include Alexa-enabled smart switches in the family room, dining room, and living room, a two-car attached garage with storage and dedicated sub-panel, newer 200-amp electric (2019), roof (2020), central air, sump pump, and turnaround driveway with extra parking pad. Showings begin Friday 5/23 at 12pm noon, seller will consider offers Wednesday 5/28 at 2pm. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to own a Creekside retreat! No flood insurance required!
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$505,000
520 N Ellicott Creek Rd, Buffalo, NY 14228
4beds
3,088sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
3.98 Acres Lot
$505,900 Zestimate®
$164/sqft
$3,232 Estimated rent
Home value
$505,900
$476,000 - $541,000
$3,232/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 14, 2025 at 11:28am
Listed by:
James J Conley 716-587-2903,
MJ Peterson Real Estate Inc.
Bought with:
Karen Baker Levin, 40BA1032110
Howard Hanna WNY Inc
Source: NYSAMLSs,MLS#: B1608676
Originating MLS: Buffalo
Originating MLS: BuffaloFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 16.00
Bedroom 1
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 17.00 x 16.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 12.00
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 12.00
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 11.00
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 10.00 x 11.00
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 8.00 x 11.00
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 8.00 x 11.00
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 12.00
Dining room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 19.00 x 12.00
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 21.00 x 25.00
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 21.00 x 25.00
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 19.00
Kitchen
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 16.00 x 19.00
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 25.00 x 17.00
Living room
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 25.00 x 17.00
Other
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 8.00
Other
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 16.00
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 11.00
Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 7.00
Other
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 11.00
Other
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 9.00 x 16.00
Other
- Level: Lower
- Dimensions: 11.00 x 8.00
Other
- Level: First
- Dimensions: 15.00 x 7.00
Heating
- Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Appliances Negotiable, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Range, Gas Water Heater, Oven, Refrigerator, See Remarks
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Separate/Formal Dining Room, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Separate/Formal Living Room, Kitchen Island, Living/Dining Room, Bedroom on Main Level, Convertible Bedroom, Bath in Primary Bedroom
- Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Varies, Vinyl
- Basement: Partial,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,088
- Total interior livable area: 3,088 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Electricity, Garage, Storage, Workshop in Garage, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Other
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch
- Exterior features: Blacktop Driveway, Pool, Patio
- Pool features: In Ground
- Waterfront features: Deeded Access, Other, River Access, See Remarks, Stream
- Body of water: Ellicott Creek
- Frontage length: 50
Lot
- Size: 3.98 Acres
- Dimensions: 164 x 1050
- Features: Other, Rectangular, Rectangular Lot, Secluded, See Remarks, Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Pool House
- Parcel number: 1422890401200001001100
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Vinyl Siding, Copper Plumbing
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt,Pitched,Shingle
Condition
- Resale
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Connected
- Water: Connected, Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: HVAC
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Buffalo
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/12/2025 | Sold | $505,000+18.8%$164/sqft |
Source:  NYSAMLSs #B1608676 Report a problem | ||
| 5/29/2025 | Pending sale | $425,000$138/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1608676 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $425,000+106.8%$138/sqft |
Source: NYSAMLSs #B1608676 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2019 | Sold | $205,500-10.6%$67/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/2018 | Pending sale | $229,900$74/sqft |
Source: Roncroft Realty #B1152995 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $430,000 +113.9% |
| 2023 | -- | $201,000 |
| 2022 | -- | $201,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 14228
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Willow Ridge Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Sweet Home Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.2 mi
- 6/10Sweet Home Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Willow Ridge Elementary
- Middle: Sweet Home Middle
- High: Sweet Home Senior High
- District: Sweet Home
Source: NYSAMLSs. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
- New York
- Erie County
- Buffalo
- 14228
- 520 N Ellicott Creek Rd