| Primary address | 488 University Avenue, Buffalo |
| Zip code | 14223 |
| County | Erie |
| Municipality | Tonawanda |
| Parcel ID | 67.780-9-1 |
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| Sale date | 09/06/2016 |
| Sale price | $1 |
| Arm's length | Register |
| Property tax | $4,065 |
| Building sqft | 2,248 |
| Building class | One Family Year-Round Residence (210) |
| Acreage | 0.232
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| Lot dimensions | 70 ft X 145 ft |
| Frontage | 70 |
| Depth | 145 |
| Year built | 1956 |
| Stories | 2 |
| Rooms | 8 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Half bathrooms | 1 |
| Kitchen | 1 |
| Water supply | Comm/public |
| Sewer type | Comm/public |
| Zoning district | Register |
| School district | Kenmore |
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488 University Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14223 was built in 1956 and has a total of 2,248 square feet.
What is the assessed value of 488 University Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14223 and the property tax paid?Assessed at $46,200, the tax amount paid for 488 University Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14223 is $4,065.
When was 488 University Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14223 last sold and what was the last sale price?488 University Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14223 was last sold in 09/06/2016 for $1.
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Access detailed property tax data for 488 University Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14223. Tax information included: property tax, market value and assessed value, exemptions, abatements, and assessment history.
| Tax year | 2025-2026 |
| Property tax | $4,065 |
| Market value | $220,000 |
| Assessed value | $46,200 |
Here's the assessment & property tax history for 488 University Avenue, 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 | $200,870 | $46,200 | 87.9958 | $4,065 | +260.79% |
| 2024 | $192,500 | $46,200 | 24.39 | $1,127 | -14.78% |
| 2023 | $159,300 | $46,200 | 28.62 | $1,322 | -10.42% |
| 2022 | $140,000 | $46,200 | 31.95 | $1,476 | +1.43% |
| 2021 | $140,000 | $46,200 | 31.5 | $1,455 | -4.14% |
The complete history of permits filed for 488 University Avenue, 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 488 University Avenue, 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) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Windermere Blvd School | 5 | Public | PK, K-6 | 748 | 0.54 |
| Windermere Blvd School | 5 | Public | PK, K-6 | 748 | 0.54 |
| Ben Franklin Elementary School | 4 | Public | K-4 | 459 | 0.56 |
| Ben Franklin Middle School | 3 | Public | 5-7 | 626 | 0.57 |
| St John The Baptist School | NR | Private | PK-8 | 361 | 0.90 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ben Franklin Middle School | 3 | Public | 5-7 | 626 | 0.57 |
| St John The Baptist School | NR | Private | PK-8 | 361 | 0.90 |
| Academy School | 1 | Public | 7-12 | 70 | 0.91 |
| St Joseph University School | NR | Private | PK-8 | 151 | 0.93 |
| Kadimah School | NR | Private | PK, K-8 | 0 | 1.35 |
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy School | 1 | Public | 7-12 | 70 | 0.91 |
| Buffalo Academy Of The Sacred Heart | NR | Private | 9-12 | 397 | 1.10 |
| St Joseph's Collegiate Institute | NR | Private | 9-12 | 725 | 1.12 |
| Holy Angels Academy | NR | Private | 9-12 | 208 | 1.25 |
| Research Laboratory High School for Bioinformatics and Life Sciences | NR | Public | 9-12 | 188 | 1.54 |
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Here are the neighbors for 488 University Avenue, Buffalo.
| Address | Square feet | Purchase date | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 371 Montrose Ave, Buffalo | |||
| 157 Riverdale Ave, Buffalo | 1,344 | 08/16/2018 | $118,000 |
| 151 Riverdale Ave, Buffalo | 1,334 | 03/30/1993 | $1 |
| 45 Irene St, Buffalo | 1,900 | 06/17/2016 | $70,000 |
| 55 Irene St, Buffalo | 1,080 | 10/02/2024 | $1 |
| 229 Claremont Ave, Buffalo | 1,125 | 07/15/2005 | $72,610 |
| 153 Riverdale Ave, Buffalo | 1,273 | 08/16/2021 | $171,000 |
| 318 Grandview Ave, Buffalo | 685 | 09/12/2013 | $8,000 |
| 149 Riverdale Ave, Buffalo | 1,543 | 06/17/2008 | $1 |
| 39 Irene St, Buffalo | 1,239 | 01/08/2018 | $1 |
| 51 Irene St, Buffalo | 1,224 | 03/13/2025 | $1 |
| 61 Irene St, Buffalo | 2,002 | 09/25/2025 | $125,000 |
| 225 Claremont Ave, Buffalo | 1,075 | 08/07/2014 | $100,700 |
| 312 Grandview Ave, Buffalo | 1,110 | ||
| 294 Grandview Ave, Buffalo | 1,092 | 10/30/2009 | $92,000 |
| 290 Grandview Ave, Buffalo | 986 | 03/31/2008 | $1 |
| 211 Claremont Ave, Buffalo | 1,312 | 05/02/2025 | $125,000 |
| 221 Claremont Ave, Buffalo | 1,153 | 08/22/2020 | $151,000 |
| 217 Claremont Ave, Buffalo | 1,312 | 07/08/2021 | $210,000 |
| 235 Claremont Ave, Buffalo | 1,125 |