Historical Homes
Address: 44 S Main St, Salamanca, NY 14779
Price: $79,900
Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 3
Living Space: 3,344 sq ft
Lot Size: 0.51 acres
Year Built: c. 1880s (Recorded as 1900)
Property Type: Single Family Residence
Price per Sq Ft: $24
HOA: None listed
Zestimate®: Not listed
Listed by:
Ciji L. VanDyke
RE/MAX On Point (716-373-7325)
Source: Buffalo Niagara MLS (MLS#: B1673151) via Zillow
Property Link: https://www.zillow.com/homedetails/44-S-Main-St-Salamanca-NY-14779/29861062_zpid/
Photo Credit: Listing photos provided by MLS via Zillow
HISTORIC GREEK REVIVAL MANSION WITH PRESIDENTIAL HISTORY
Known locally as the Dowd House Mansion, this rare Greek Revival residence stands as one of Salamanca’s most historically significant properties. Built in the late 1800s, the home carries deep local heritage and has hosted notable figures, including President Franklin D. Roosevelt and Eleanor Roosevelt, according to historical records.
With three full stories of living space and preserved architectural character, this property offers a rare blend of history, scale, and restoration opportunity.
INTERIOR HIGHLIGHTS
• 7 bedrooms
• 3 bathrooms
• 3,344 sq ft of living space
• Three-story layout
• Historic floor plan with large rooms
• Renovated third-floor efficiency apartment
• Solid structural “good bones” condition
• Classic Greek Revival proportions
HISTORIC FEATURES & CHARACTER
This mansion retains strong period identity, including:
• Original Greek Revival architectural style
• High ceilings and tall windows
• Large formal rooms with historic layout
• Deep architectural trim details
• Early American mansion design influence
• Strong local historical significance
The home is considered one of Salamanca’s landmark residences.
RECENT UPGRADES
• Updated plumbing system
• Partial third-floor renovation (efficiency unit)
These updates provide a foundation for continued restoration work.
RESTORATION & INVESTMENT POTENTIAL
The property offers multiple future uses:
• Full historic restoration project
• Grand private residence
• Bed & breakfast conversion
• Multi-generational living setup
• Investment or heritage tourism property
LOCATION & LIFESTYLE
Located in Salamanca, New York, the home offers:
• Small-town historic atmosphere
• Proximity to local historical society landmarks
• Access to Western New York natural areas
• Quiet residential setting with strong heritage value
A TRUE HISTORIC OPPORTUNITY
The Dowd House Mansion is a rare surviving Greek Revival landmark with documented historical importance and extraordinary architectural presence. Despite needing restoration, it offers significant potential for a buyer seeking to preserve and revive a true piece of American history.
