| Primary address | 281 Rhode Is, Buffalo |
| Zip code | 14213 |
| County | Erie |
| Municipality | Buffalo |
| Parcel ID | 99.590-4-1 |
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| Sale date | 09/03/2009 |
| Sale price | $1 |
| Arm's length | Register |
| Current property tax | $1,069 |
| Building sqft | 2,992 |
| Building class | Two Family Year-Round Residence (220) |
| Acreage | 0.067 |
| Lot dimensions | 26 ft X 116 ft |
| Frontage | 26 |
| Depth | 116 |
| Year built | 1920 |
| Stories | 2 |
| Units | 2 |
| Bedrooms | 6 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Kitchen | 2 |
| Water supply | Comm/public |
| Sewer type | Comm/public |
| Zoning district | Register |
| School district | Buffalo |
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281 Rhode Is, Buffalo, NY 14213 was built in 1920 and has a total of 2,992 square feet.
What is the assessed value of 281 Rhode Is, Buffalo, NY 14213 and the property tax paid?Assessed at $248,000, the tax amount paid for 281 Rhode Is, Buffalo, NY 14213 is $2,413.
When was 281 Rhode Is, Buffalo, NY 14213 last sold and what was the last sale price?281 Rhode Is, Buffalo, NY 14213 was last sold in 09/03/2009 for $1.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/03/2009 | $1 | Register | Register |
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Access detailed property tax data for 281 Rhode Is, Buffalo, NY 14213. Tax information included: property tax, market value and assessed value, exemptions, abatements, and assessment history.
| Tax year | 2025-2026 |
| Base tax | $2,413 |
| Current property tax | $1,069 |
| Market value | $248,000 |
| Assessed value | $248,000 |
Here's the assessment & property tax history for 281 Rhode Is, 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 | $295,935 | $182,000 | 9.7317 | $1,771 | -27.54% |
| 2024 | $260,000 | $182,000 | 13.43 | $2,444 | -8.70% |
| 2023 | $233,300 | $182,000 | 14.71 | $2,677 | -8.12% |
| 2022 | $205,700 | $182,000 | 16.01 | $2,914 | -1.29% |
| 2021 | $202,200 | $182,000 | 16.22 | $2,952 | +236.07% |
The complete history of permits filed for 281 Rhode Is, 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 281 Rhode Is, 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frank A Sedita School 30 | 2 | Public | PK, K-8 | 672 | 0.20 |
| Frank A Sedita School 30 | 2 | Public | PK, K-8 | 672 | 0.20 |
| Dr Antonia Pantoja Community School Of Academic Ex | 3 | Public | PK, K-8 | 443 | 0.37 |
| Dr Antonia Pantoja Community School Of Academic Ex | 3 | Public | PK, K-8 | 443 | 0.37 |
| Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School | 1 | Charter | 5-7 | 222 | 0.42 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frank A Sedita School 30 | 2 | Public | PK, K-8 | 672 | 0.20 |
| Dr Antonia Pantoja Community School Of Academic Ex | 3 | Public | PK, K-8 | 443 | 0.37 |
| Buffalo Creek Academy Charter School | 1 | Charter | 5-7 | 222 | 0.42 |
| D'Youville-Porter Campus | 2 | Public | PK, K-8 | 582 | 0.60 |
| International School | 3 | Public | PK, K-8 | 981 | 0.75 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Leonardo Da Vinci High School | 6 | Public | 9-12 | 372 | 0.45 |
| International Preparatory School At Grover Clevela | 2 | Public | 9-12 | 607 | 0.45 |
| Newcomer Academy At Lafayette | NR | Public | 9-12 | 200 | 0.86 |
| Lafayette International School | 2 | Public | 9-12 | 415 | 0.86 |
| Lafayette High School | NR | Public | 12 | 122 | 0.86 |
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Here are the neighbors for 281 Rhode Is, Buffalo.
| Address | Square feet | Purchase date | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 731 Prospect, Buffalo | 2,852 | 12/08/2011 | $1,000 |
| 851 Columbus Pkwy, Buffalo | 2,816 | 03/25/2003 | $15,000 |
| 212 Rhode Is, Buffalo | 1,853 | 02/13/2015 | $1 |
| 729 Prospect, Buffalo | 2,049 | 07/16/2025 | $330,000 |
| 318 14th, Buffalo | 1,619 | 07/08/2025 | $138,100 |
| 407 Plymouth, Buffalo | 1,696 | 08/16/2011 | $20,000 |
| 330 Normal, Buffalo | 1,488 | ||
| 334 Normal, Buffalo | 1,640 | 01/13/2020 | $1 |
| 324 14th, Buffalo | 2,394 | 07/07/2015 | $142,558 |
| 320 14th, Buffalo | 1,792 | 04/22/2025 | $321,755 |
| 133 Rhode Is, Buffalo | 2,468 | 10/11/2007 | $14,000 |
| 326 14th, Buffalo | 23,262 | 05/11/2020 | $1 |
| 623 West, Buffalo | 02/04/2014 | $500 | |
| 725 Prospect, Buffalo | 2,833 | ||
| 322 14th, Buffalo | 2,348 | 11/15/2002 | $3,801 |
| 131 Rhode Is, Buffalo | 2,771 | 01/03/2022 | $375,000 |
| 283 Rhode Is, Buffalo | 2,576 | 10/09/2025 | $62,500 |
| 196 Rhode Is, Buffalo | 1,200 | 02/27/2017 | $40,000 |
| 737 Prospect, Buffalo | 2,688 | 08/24/2001 | $72,000 |
| 735 Prospect, Buffalo | 2,276 | 11/23/1999 | $20,000 |