| Primary address | 438 Downing, Buffalo |
| Zip code | 14220 |
| County | Erie |
| Municipality | Buffalo |
| Parcel ID | 133.740-5-22 |
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| Sale date | 04/02/2018 |
| Sale price | $1 |
| Arm's length | Register |
| Property tax | $2,491 |
| Building sqft | 1,199 |
| Building class | One Family Year-Round Residence (210) |
| Acreage | 0.185 |
| Lot dimensions | 70 ft X 115 ft |
| Frontage | 70 |
| Depth | 115 |
| Year built | 1953 |
| Stories | 1 |
| Bedrooms | 3 |
| Bathrooms | 1 |
| Kitchen | 1 |
| Water supply | Comm/public |
| Sewer type | Comm/public |
| Building style | Ranch |
| Condition | Normal |
| Basement type | Full |
| Exterior wall material | Brick |
| Heat | Hot air |
| Central air conditioning | Yes |
| First story sqft | Register |
| Zoning district | Register |
| School district | Buffalo |
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438 Downing, Buffalo, NY 14220 was built in 1953 and has a total of 1,199 square feet.
What is the assessed value of 438 Downing, Buffalo, NY 14220 and the property tax paid?Assessed at $256,000, the tax amount paid for 438 Downing, Buffalo, NY 14220 is $2,491.
When was 438 Downing, Buffalo, NY 14220 last sold and what was the last sale price?438 Downing, Buffalo, NY 14220 was last sold in 04/02/2018 for $1.
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Access detailed property tax data for 438 Downing, Buffalo, NY 14220. Tax information included: property tax, market value and assessed value, exemptions, abatements, and assessment history.
| Tax year | 2025-2026 |
| Property tax | $2,491 |
| Market value | $256,000 |
| Assessed value | $256,000 |
Here's the assessment & property tax history for 438 Downing, 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 | $222,764 | $137,000 | 9.7317 | $1,333 | -27.54% |
| 2024 | $195,714 | $137,000 | 13.43 | $1,840 | -8.70% |
| 2023 | $175,600 | $137,000 | 14.71 | $2,015 | -8.12% |
| 2022 | $154,800 | $137,000 | 16.01 | $2,193 | -1.29% |
| 2021 | $152,200 | $137,000 | 16.22 | $2,222 | +23.87% |
The complete history of permits filed for 438 Downing, 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 438 Downing, 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame Academy | NR | Private | PK-8 | 490 | 0.05 |
| Notre Dame Academy | NR | Private | PK-8 | 490 | 0.05 |
| South Buffalo Catholic School | NR | Private | PK, K-8 | 0 | 0.07 |
| South Buffalo Catholic School | NR | Private | PK, K-8 | 0 | 0.07 |
| Discovery School | 4 | Public | PK, K-8 | 543 | 0.35 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Notre Dame Academy | NR | Private | PK-8 | 490 | 0.05 |
| South Buffalo Catholic School | NR | Private | PK, K-8 | 0 | 0.07 |
| Discovery School | 4 | Public | PK, K-8 | 543 | 0.35 |
| Global Concepts Charter School | 5 | Charter | K-12 | 926 | 0.68 |
| Ambrose Catholic Academy | NR | Private | K-8 | 156 | 0.71 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global Concepts Charter School | 5 | Charter | K-12 | 926 | 0.68 |
| Mount Mercy Academy | NR | Private | 9-12 | 181 | 0.79 |
| Western New York Maritime Charter School | 3 | Charter | 5-12 | 369 | 0.90 |
| Baker Victory Services | NR | Private | PK, K-12 | 446 | 0.95 |
| Baker Hall School | NR | Private | 0 | 1.00 |
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Here are the neighbors for 438 Downing, Buffalo.
| Address | Square feet | Purchase date | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 422 Downing, Buffalo | 1,312 | 07/27/2021 | $1 |
| 484 Downing, Buffalo | 1,540 | ||
| 594 Downing, Buffalo | 1,624 | 12/27/2002 | $90,000 |
| 426 Downing, Buffalo | 1,471 | ||
| 410 Downing, Buffalo | 1,341 | 05/06/2022 | $1 |
| 1083 Abbott, Buffalo | 2,592 | 07/01/2025 | $1 |
| 1081 Abbott, Buffalo | 1,824 | 11/05/2018 | $1 |
| 432 Downing, Buffalo | 990 | 11/08/2013 | $1 |
| 530 Downing, Buffalo | 1,282 | 08/08/2011 | $1 |
| 33 Downing, Buffalo | 2,128 | 01/15/2003 | $12,500 |
| 444 Downing, Buffalo | 1,056 | 04/01/2024 | $200,000 |
| 414 Downing, Buffalo | 2,471 | 07/27/2021 | $1 |
| 526 Downing, Buffalo | 1,158 | 06/28/2024 | $223,100 |
| 38 Hines, Buffalo | 1,190 | 09/19/2025 | $210,000 |
| 606 Downing, Buffalo | 1,398 | 07/31/2024 | $1 |
| 428 Downing, Buffalo | 1,436 | 01/23/2023 | $150,000 |
| 442 Downing, Buffalo | 1,080 | 03/03/2010 | $75,000 |
| 590 Downing, Buffalo | 2,133 | 10/11/2016 | $160,000 |
| 602 Downing, Buffalo | 1,130 | 10/06/2022 | $260,000 |
| 584 Downing, Buffalo | 932 | 08/13/2019 | $1 |