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8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY 14221 - Property report

Also known as: 8488 William Smith Way

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Property type

One Family Year-Round Residence (210)

Year built

2020

Acreage

0.38

Sale price

$999,995

General information

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Address
Primary address
8488 William Smith Way
ZIP code
14221
County
Erie
Parcel ID
70.70-5-9

Owner

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Sales
Sale date
06/04/2024
Sale price
$999,995
Arm's length
Tax
Tax year
2025-2026
Current property tax
$6,567
Building
Property type
One Family Year-Round Residence (210)
Building sq. ft.
2850
Buildings on lot
1
Stories
1
Year built
2020
AC
Yes
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Condition
Good
Exterior wall
Alum/vinyl
Building style
Ranch
Kitchen
1
Basement
Full
Fireplaces
1
Heating
Hot air
Fuel
Gas
First story sq. ft.
Lot
Lot dimensions
60 ft X 141 ft
Acreage
0.38
Frontage
60 ft
Depth
141 ft
Water
Comm/public
Sewer
Comm/public

Area overview

Walk score
24 /100.  Car-Dependent
Transit score
0 /100.  Minimal Transit
Bike score
32 /100.  Somewhat Bikeable
School district
143201

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Ownership information for 8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY

Property owner name
Registered owner
Source
Deed
Owner contact information
Phone number
Owner address

Sales history for 8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY 14221

Sale date Sale price Buyer name Seller name
06/04/2024 $999,995 XXXXX XXXXXX X XXXXXXX XXX XXXXX X
01/07/2021 $556,900 XXXXXXX XXX XXXXX X XXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXX XXXXX XXXXXXXXXXX XXX

*Most recent sales on record for this property.

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Title documents

Date Type Amount Party 1 Party 2
06/05/2024 - R
06/04/2024 - D
Deed XXXXXXX XXX XXXXX X XXXXX XXXXXX X
01/20/2021 - R
01/07/2021 - D
Deed XXXXXX XXXX XXXXXXX XXXXX XXXXXXXXXXX XXX XXXXXXX XXX XXXXX X

*Most recent recorded documents on file for this property.

R: Recorded date
D: Document date

Property taxes for 8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY

Property tax data includes tax amount, market value and assessed value, exemptions, abatements and assessment history.

Current property tax
Tax year
2025-2026
Property tax
$6,567
Recent tax assessments
Market value
$478,413
Land value
$125,100
Building value
$353,313
Assessed value
$478,413

Assessment history

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Tax year Market value Assessed value Tax rate Property tax Y-o-Y change
2025 $528,900 $528,900 13.7261 $7,260 -2.11%
2024 $562,500 $450,000 16.48 $7,416 +109.57%
2023 $194,211 $184,500 19.18 $3,539 -5.38%
2022 $184,500 $184,500 20.27 $3,740 +203.16%
2021 $65,200 $60,000 20.56 $1,234 n/a

Permit information for 8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY

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FEMA flood zones

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Transportation

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Schools

Nearest elementary schools

Name Rating Type Grade range No of students Distance (miles)
Sheridan Hill Elementary School 7 Public K-5 519 0.84
Nativity Of Mary School NR Private PK-8 218 1.04
Nativity Of Mary School NR Private PK-8 218 1.04
Harris Hill Elementary School 8 Public K-5 464 1.22
Ledgeview Elementary School 7 Public K-5 473 1.78
Gateway-Longview Lynde School NR Private PK-12 176 1.86
Gateway-Longview Lynde School NR Private PK-12 176 1.86
St Gregory The Great School NR Private PK-8 540 1.86
Country Parkway Elementary School 9 Public PK, K-4 545 1.92
Country Parkway Elementary School 9 Public PK, K-4 545 1.92
Nearest middle schools

Name Rating Type Grade range No of students Distance (miles)
Nativity Of Mary School NR Private PK-8 218 1.04
Gateway-Longview Lynde School NR Private PK-12 176 1.86
St Gregory The Great School NR Private PK-8 540 1.86
Transit Middle School 8 Public 5-8 872 1.94
Buffalo Suburban Christian Academy NR Private K-8 14 2.54
CHC Learning Center NR Private 0 2.93
Mill Middle School 6 Public 5-8 774 3.26
Clarence Middle School 7 Public 6-8 972 3.53
Casey Middle School 7 Public 5-8 615 4.09
Heim Middle School 7 Public 5-8 602 4.56
Nearest high schools

Name Rating Type Grade range No of students Distance (miles)
Gateway-Longview Lynde School NR Private PK-12 176 1.86
Williamsville East High School 9 Public 9-12 981 2.21
Clarence Senior High School 9 Public 9-12 1,284 2.40
Williamsville South High School 8 Public 9-12 857 2.87
CHC Learning Center NR Private 0 2.93
Christian Central Academy NR Private K-12 230 3.09
Lancaster High School 10 Public 9-12 1,652 3.45
Williamsville North High School 9 Public 9-12 1,321 4.16
Maryvale High School 5 Public 9-12 615 4.86
St Marys High School NR Private 9-12 407 5.04

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Frequently asked questions

What is the year built for 8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY 14221?

The development at 8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY 14221 was built in 2020.

What is the total square footage of 8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY 14221?

8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY 14221 has a total of 2,850 square feet.

When was 8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY 14221 last sold and what was the sale price?

8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY 14221 was last sold on 06/04/2024 for $999,995.

What is the assessed value of 8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY 14221?

8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY 14221 is currently assessed at $478,413.

What are the property taxes for 8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY 14221?

The property taxes for 8488 William Smith Way, Buffalo, NY 14221 total $6,566.

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