| Primary address | 53 Fordham, Buffalo |
| Zip code | 14216 |
| County | Erie |
| Municipality | Buffalo |
| Parcel ID | 89.220-5-38 |
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| Sale date | 07/11/2013 |
| Sale price | $257,000 |
| Arm's length | Register |
| Current property tax | $4,981 |
| Building sqft | 2,546 |
| Building class | One Family Year-Round Residence (210) |
| Acreage | 0.121 |
| Lot dimensions | 40 ft X 132 ft |
| Frontage | 40 |
| Depth | 132 |
| Year built | 1920 |
| Stories | 2 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Half bathrooms | 1 |
| Kitchen | 1 |
| Water supply | Comm/public |
| Sewer type | Comm/public |
| Building style | Old style |
| Condition | Normal |
| Basement type | Full |
| Exterior wall material | Wood |
| Heat | Hot water/steam |
| Fireplaces | 1 |
| First story sqft | Register |
| Zoning district | Register |
| School district | Buffalo |
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53 Fordham, Buffalo, NY 14216 was built in 1920 and has a total of 2,546 square feet.
What is the assessed value of 53 Fordham, Buffalo, NY 14216 and the property tax paid?Assessed at $526,000, the tax amount paid for 53 Fordham, Buffalo, NY 14216 is $5,118.
When was 53 Fordham, Buffalo, NY 14216 last sold and what was the last sale price?53 Fordham, Buffalo, NY 14216 was last sold in 07/11/2013 for $257,000.
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Access detailed property tax data for 53 Fordham, Buffalo, NY 14216. Tax information included: property tax, market value and assessed value, exemptions, abatements, and assessment history.
| Tax year | 2025-2026 |
| Base tax | $5,119 |
| Current property tax | $4,981 |
| Market value | $526,000 |
| Assessed value | $526,000 |
Here's the assessment & property tax history for 53 Fordham, Buffalo, including the evolution of the total tax rate and corresponding property tax.
| Year | Market value | Assessment value | Total tax rate | Property tax | Year over year change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $473,171 | $291,000 | 9.7317 | $2,832 | -27.54% |
| 2024 | $415,714 | $291,000 | 13.43 | $3,908 | -8.70% |
| 2023 | $373,100 | $291,000 | 14.71 | $4,281 | -8.12% |
| 2022 | $328,800 | $291,000 | 16.01 | $4,659 | -1.29% |
| 2021 | $323,300 | $291,000 | 16.22 | $4,720 | +30.71% |
The complete history of permits filed for 53 Fordham, Buffalo, including new construction or demolition permits, plus any work pertaining to plumbing, heating and sprinkler systems is available with a free account. Available data goes back to 1990.
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| FEMA flood zone(s) | X (See more on map) |
Access the detailed traffic volume map for 53 Fordham, Buffalo to see estimated average daily traffic on streets surrounding the property as well as the types of properties in its vicinity.
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| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frederick Olmsted 64 At 78 | 7 | Public | PK, K-4 | 558 | 0.21 |
| Frederick Olmsted 64 At 78 | 7 | Public | PK, K-4 | 558 | 0.21 |
| Tapestry Charter School | 5 | Charter | K-12 | 1,108 | 0.36 |
| Elmwood Village Charter - Hertel | 4 | Charter | K-7 | 385 | 0.66 |
| Our Lady Of Black Rock School | NR | Private | PK-8 | 171 | 0.66 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tapestry Charter School | 5 | Charter | K-12 | 1,108 | 0.36 |
| Elmwood Village Charter - Hertel | 4 | Charter | K-7 | 385 | 0.66 |
| Our Lady Of Black Rock School | NR | Private | PK-8 | 171 | 0.66 |
| Holy Spirit School | NR | Private | K-8 | 0 | 0.69 |
| Elmwood-Franklin School | NR | Private | PK-8 | 293 | 0.75 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mckinley Vocational High School | 1 | Public | 9-12 | 986 | 0.28 |
| Tapestry Charter School | 5 | Charter | K-12 | 1,108 | 0.36 |
| Nichols School | NR | Private | 5-12 | 556 | 0.88 |
| Buffalo Seminary | NR | Private | 9-12 | 195 | 1.00 |
| Lafayette International School | 2 | Public | 9-12 | 415 | 1.36 |
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Here are the neighbors for 53 Fordham, Buffalo.
| Address | Square feet | Purchase date | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 69 Fordham, Buffalo | 2,270 | ||
| 45 Fordham, Buffalo | 2,642 | 03/31/2016 | $302,500 |
| 75 Fordham, Buffalo | 3,550 | 07/24/2018 | $375,000 |
| 352 Lincoln, Buffalo | 1,600 | 06/28/2001 | $160,000 |
| 226 Bedford, Buffalo | 1,852 | 01/31/1997 | $72,500 |
| 238 Bedford, Buffalo | 1,824 | ||
| 57 Fordham, Buffalo | 2,522 | ||
| 344 Lincoln, Buffalo | 2,296 | 06/18/2013 | $1 |
| 61 Fordham, Buffalo | 2,714 | 07/08/2013 | $225,000 |
| 338 Lincoln, Buffalo | 2,233 | 06/14/2001 | $185,000 |
| 47 Fordham, Buffalo | 2,546 | 08/18/2010 | $1 |
| 234 Bedford, Buffalo | 1,794 | 05/26/2006 | $155,500 |
| 41 Fordham, Buffalo | 2,225 | 09/01/2022 | $450,000 |
| 35 Fordham, Buffalo | 2,425 | 06/18/2025 | $1 |
| 222 Bedford, Buffalo | 2,586 | 06/19/2009 | $184,900 |
| 218 Bedford, Buffalo | 2,424 | 03/27/2015 | $270,000 |
| 242 Bedford, Buffalo | 2,122 | 05/18/2008 | $140,000 |
| 354 Lincoln, Buffalo | 4,658 | 01/08/2013 | $460,000 |
| 230 Bedford, Buffalo | 2,234 | 08/20/2007 | $187,500 |
| 39 Fordham, Buffalo | 1,762 | 11/28/2001 | $90,000 |