Fixer Upper - Primary on Main
Address
1712 Niagara Street, Niagara Falls, NY
Price
$ 68,000
Property Attributes
- MLS#B1691309
- TypeSingle Family
- Listing Status Active
- CountyNIAGARA
- CityNiagara Falls
- AreaNiagara Falls-City
- NeighborhoodHeirs-A Augustus Porter
- Zip14303
- StyleCapeCod
- Year Built1895
- Taxes$ 1155
- Price$ 68,000
- Bedrooms2
- Full Bathrooms1
- Half Bathrooms0
- Sqr Footage858
- Lot Size0.0386 Acres
Data Source:
Central New York Information Services (CNYIS)
Property Description
1712 Niagara St, Niagara Falls, NY 14303 is a compact single-family investment opportunity in the South End neighborhood, offering strong affordability and redevelopment potential in a tourist-adjacent market. Property Highlights Size & Layout: 858 sq ft, 2 bedrooms, 1 bath (per tax records), built in 1895 with a full basement, hot air/natural gas heat, central air, and vinyl/aluminum exterior. Includes a covered porch and private driveway. Zoning: R3-B Multi-Unit Urban — favorable for potential conversion to multi-family or mixed-use, subject to approvals. Investment ThesisThis is a low-entry-cost fixer-upper or rental play in Niagara Falls, NY, where the broader housing market shows median sale prices around $145k–$170k with homes selling in ~30–35 days. The property sits on a main corridor (Niagara Street) in an area with ongoing revitalization interest, proximity to the Falls tourism economy, medical facilities (e.g., Niagara Falls Memorial Medical Center), and schools. Potential Strategies:Rental Income — Stabilize and rent as a single-family home or explore multi-unit conversion given zoning. Local rental demand supports steady cash flow in a market with positive year-over-year rent growth. Value-Add — Renovate for higher rents or resale; the low basis and assessed value leave room for forced appreciation. Hold/Long-Term — Benefit from regional tourism spillover, infrastructure improvements, and broader Upstate NY market momentum. Risks/Considerations: Older construction (1895) may require updates for code compliance, systems, or lead paint/asbestos. South End is a working-class neighborhood — investor-friendly but check local comps and tenant screening. Taxes and holding costs are modest given the low assessment.Overall: Ideal for cash investors or rehab specialists seeking sub-$100k entry in a market with tourism tailwinds and redevelopment upside. Verify condition via inspection and confirm zoning/multi-unit feasibility with the City of Niagara Falls. Comparable small homes on/near Niagara St trade in the low-to-mid $ range, making this a potential bargain with execution.
| Price History | |
|---|---|
| 6/18/2026 | Listed $69,000 |
| 8/26/2026 | 2$68,000 |
General Features
| Sewer | Connected |
|---|---|
| Heating | Gas,ForcedAir |
| Utilities | SewerConnected,WaterConnected |
| Possession | Closing |
| Appliances | GasWaterHeater |
| Garage Spaces | 0.0 |
| Architectural Style | CapeCod |
| Construction Materials | VinylSiding |
| School District | Niagara Falls |
| Year Built | 1895 |
| Stories Count | 1 |
| Township | Not Applicable |
| Levels | One |
| Property Subtype | SingleFamilyResidence |
| County | Niagara |
| Property Type | Residential |
| Subdivision Name | Heirs/A Augustus Porter |
| Garage Y/N | No |
| Total Rooms | 5 |
| Full Baths | 1 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Niagara Falls |
| Senior Community Y/N | No |
| High School District | Niagara Falls |
| MLS Area | Niagara Falls-City-291100 |
| Lot Size Units | Acres |
| Lot Size Square Feet | 1683.0 |
| Year Built Details | Existing |
| Tax Annual Amount | 1155.0 |
| Property Condition | Resale |
| Standard Status | Active |
| Middle/Junior School District | Niagara Falls |
| Elementary School District | Niagara Falls |
| Tax Assessed Value | 22900 |
| TaxOtherAnnualAssessmentAmount | 0.0 |
| Tax Lot | 21 |
Interior Features
| Interior Amenities | EatInKitchen,SeparateFormalLivingRoom |
|---|---|
| Basement | Full |
| Flooring | Varies,Vinyl |
| Total Stories | 1 |
| Basement (Y/N) | Yes |
| Heating Y/N | Yes |
| Fireplace Y/N | No |
| Total Bedrooms | 2 |
| Main Level Bedrooms | 2 |
| Main Level Bathrooms | 1 |
| Total Baths | 1 |
Exterior Features
| Exterior Amenities | GravelDriveway |
|---|---|
| Parking Features | NoGarage |
| Lot Features | Rectangular,RectangularLot |
| Water Source | Connected,Public |
| Lot Size Area | 0.0386 |
| Foundation Details | Block |
| Building Area Total | 858.0 |
| Lot Dimensions | 28X60 |
| Lot Size Acres | 0.0386 |
| Waterfront Y/N | No |
| Road Frontage Type | MainThoroughfare |
Amenities
- Foreclosure
- Views
- Short Sale
- New Construction
- Adult 55+
- Lease To Own
- No HOA Fees
- Furnished
- Primary On Main
- Air Conditioning
- Seller Finance
- Green
- Fixer Upper
- Horse
- Golf
- Fireplace
- Deck
- Garage
- Basement
- Pool
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