| Primary address | 38 Essex, Buffalo |
| Zip code | 14213 |
| County | Erie |
| Municipality | Buffalo |
| Parcel ID | 99.440-5-10.100 |
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| Sale date | 12/18/2008 |
| Sale price | $130,000 |
| Arm's length | Register |
| Property tax | $2,744 |
| Building sqft | 2,104 |
| Building class | Two Family Year-Round Residence (220) |
| Acreage | 0.17 |
| Frontage | 35 |
| Year built | 1920 |
| Stories | 2 |
| Units | 2 |
| Rooms | 10 |
| Bedrooms | 5 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Kitchen | 2 |
| Water supply | Comm/public |
| Sewer type | Comm/public |
| Zoning district | Register |
| School district | Buffalo |
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38 Essex, Buffalo, NY 14213 was built in 1920 and has a total of 2,104 square feet.
What is the assessed value of 38 Essex, Buffalo, NY 14213 and the property tax paid?Assessed at $282,000, the tax amount paid for 38 Essex, Buffalo, NY 14213 is $2,744.
When was 38 Essex, Buffalo, NY 14213 last sold and what was the last sale price?38 Essex, Buffalo, NY 14213 was last sold in 12/18/2008 for $130,000.
How many residential units does this building have?This building has 2 residential unit(s).
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| Purchase date | Purchase price | Buyer name | Seller name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/18/2008 | $130,000 | Register | Register |
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Access detailed property tax data for 38 Essex, Buffalo, NY 14213. Tax information included: property tax, market value and assessed value, exemptions, abatements, and assessment history.
| Tax year | 2025-2026 |
| Property tax | $2,744 |
| Market value | $282,000 |
| Assessed value | $282,000 |
Here's the assessment & property tax history for 38 Essex, 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 | $352,846 | $217,000 | 9.7317 | $2,112 | -27.54% |
| 2024 | $310,000 | $217,000 | 13.43 | $2,914 | -8.70% |
| 2023 | $278,200 | $217,000 | 14.71 | $3,192 | -8.12% |
| 2022 | $245,200 | $217,000 | 16.01 | $3,474 | -1.29% |
| 2021 | $241,100 | $217,000 | 16.22 | $3,520 | +38.70% |
The complete history of permits filed for 38 Essex, 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 38 Essex, 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School | 1 | Charter | 5-7 | 222 | 0.12 |
| Frank A Sedita School 30 | 2 | Public | PK, K-8 | 672 | 0.34 |
| Frank A Sedita School 30 | 2 | Public | PK, K-8 | 672 | 0.34 |
| International School | 3 | Public | PK, K-8 | 981 | 0.40 |
| International School | 3 | Public | PK, K-8 | 981 | 0.40 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School | 1 | Charter | 5-7 | 222 | 0.12 |
| Frank A Sedita School 30 | 2 | Public | PK, K-8 | 672 | 0.34 |
| International School | 3 | Public | PK, K-8 | 981 | 0.40 |
| Nardin Academy | NR | Private | PK, K-12 | 0 | 0.50 |
| West Buffalo Charter School | 6 | Charter | K-8 | 503 | 0.68 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nardin Academy Elementary | NR | Private | 9-12 | 444 | 0.44 |
| Lafayette High School | NR | Public | 12 | 122 | 0.47 |
| Newcomer Academy At Lafayette | NR | Public | 9-12 | 200 | 0.47 |
| Lafayette International School | 2 | Public | 9-12 | 415 | 0.47 |
| Nardin Academy | NR | Private | PK, K-12 | 0 | 0.50 |
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Here are the neighbors for 38 Essex, Buffalo.
| Address | Square feet | Purchase date | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 104 Brayton, Buffalo | 01/23/2024 | $32,500 | |
| 44 Essex, Buffalo | 2,332 | 04/09/2002 | $1 |
| 36 Essex, Buffalo | 7,488 | 12/13/2002 | $1 |
| 26 Essex, Buffalo | 13,009 | ||
| 1014 Niagara, Buffalo | |||
| 1016 Niagara, Buffalo | 11,913 | 04/01/2022 | $365,000 |
| 118 Brayton, Buffalo | 2,024 | 05/02/2025 | $26,000 |
| 397 Massachusetts, Buffalo | 3,672 | 01/28/2005 | $8,000 |
| 513 Massachusetts, Buffalo | 2,808 | 01/08/2015 | $1 |
| 68 Chenango, Buffalo | |||
| 116 Brayton, Buffalo | 1,880 | 10/09/2019 | $108,000 |
| 80 Chenango, Buffalo | 12,942 | 10/23/2008 | $1 |
| 913 Prospect, Buffalo | 2,434 | 07/22/2002 | $6,000 |
| 20 Essex, Buffalo | 5,150 | 07/29/2014 | $1 |
| 42 Essex, Buffalo | 2,022 | 07/11/2008 | $65,500 |
| 100 Brayton, Buffalo | 1,920 | 05/30/2023 | $263,000 |
| 81 Brayton, Buffalo | 1,940 | 06/27/2023 | $168,000 |
| 108 Brayton, Buffalo | 2,104 | 04/28/2003 | $30,000 |
| 1012 Niagara, Buffalo | 5,400 | 03/02/2004 | $400,000 |
| 72 Chenango, Buffalo | 2,360 | 05/15/2025 | $1 |