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538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215 — Sold $123,000 by Joseph M Tomasello
538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215
Another pre-probate listing closed by Joseph M Tomasello in Erie County, NY. Good work.
538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215
Final sold price
SOLD$123,000
What sold at 538 Minnesota Ave, and for how much?
538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215 sold for $123,000 on June 15, 2026. The listing was handled by Joseph M Tomasello of WNY Metro Roberts Realty. The property is a residential, 5 bed, 2 bath, 1,553 sq ft, built in 1920. LeadCruncher tracks it as a pre-probate lead sourced from county death, estate and successor filings in Erie County.
Sale record at a glance
| Address | 538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215 |
|---|---|
| Sold price | $123,000 |
| Sold date | |
| Property type | Residential |
| Beds / baths | 5 bed · 2 bath |
| Building area | 1,553 sq ft |
| Year built | 1920 |
| County | Erie County, NY |
| Listing agent | Joseph M Tomasello, WNY Metro Roberts Realty |
| APN | 140200 79.73-2-20 |
| MLS # | B1659929 |
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Erie County, New York from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Recently Sold Pre-Probate Property: 538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo NY 14215
Property profile
- Address
- 538 Minnesota Ave
- City / state / ZIP
- Buffalo, NY, 14215
- County
- Erie County
- Property type
- Residential
- Land use
- Duplex (2 units, any combination)
- Beds / baths
- 5 bed · 2 bath
- Year built
- 1920
- APN
- 140200 79.73-2-20
Mailing address
538 Minnesota, Buffalo, NY 14215
Ownership & pre-probate
- Successor owner
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- Current owner
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- Date of passing
- 04/11/2025
- Assessed value
- $125,000
- MLS #
- B1659929
Numbers from this sale
A few quick comparisons we run from the recorded numbers so you can see how this sale stacks up.
- Sold price per sq ft$79Calculated from a 1,553 sq ft building and $123,000 sold price.
- Sold vs. assessed value98%Sold price was 98% of the $125,000 county-assessed value.
- Days from passing to sale430Time elapsed from the recorded date of passing to the sale closing date.
- Building-to-lot ratio40%Building footprint covers about 40% of the 3,900 sq ft lot.
About this pre-probate sale
Joseph M Tomasello of WNY Metro Roberts Realty listed 538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo NY 14215 for the successors and WNY Metro Roberts Realty brought the buyer to the table. Pre-probate listings ask for patience, and that's what these two delivered. The home closed at $123,000. Sales like this are why we keep the LeadCruncher pre-probate data fresh, so the right agent reaches the right family at the right time.
- Joseph M Tomasello, WNY Metro Roberts Realty
- WNY Metro Roberts Realty
Frequently asked about this sale
How much did 538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215 sell for?
538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215 sold for $123,000 on 06/15/2026.
When did 538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215 sell?
The transfer of 538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215 was recorded on in Erie County, NY.
Who sold 538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215?
538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215 was listed by Joseph M Tomasello, WNY Metro Roberts Realty.
Who represented the buyer of 538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215?
The buyer of 538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215 was represented by WNY Metro Roberts Realty.
What kind of property is 538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215?
538 Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215 is recorded as Residential. Its land-use classification is Duplex (2 units, any combination). The record lists 5 bed · 2 bath. It was built in 1920.
How can I find more pre-probate leads near Buffalo?
LeadCruncher tracks pre-probate (also called inheritance or successor) leads across Erie County and nationwide. Each lead is identified from county death and estate records, giving you the chance to reach heirs before the property goes on the market. Use the Find Similar Leads button above to filter by NY and start with the freshest records.
What is a pre-probate lead?
A pre-probate lead is a property whose owner has recently passed away but whose estate has not yet been filed with the probate court. LeadCruncher identifies these homes in Erie County, New York from county death and estate records, so agents can reach heirs before the property hits the MLS.
Public records and inheritance references
Every figure on this page traces back to a public record. Use the Erie County, New York recorder for the deed itself, and these references for the law that governs a pre-probate transfer.
- Public Records Online Directory
County-by-county directory of recorder, assessor, and tax collector offices across all 50 states. Useful for pulling the original deed or recorded sale.
- How heirs inherit property — Cornell Law
Overview of probate and how heirs or beneficiaries gain the legal authority to sell inherited real estate — the process behind most pre-probate leads.
- Intestate succession explained — Cornell Law
What happens when an owner dies without a will and property passes to next of kin by law — the most common pre-probate scenario.
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