217 University Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14223 Property Information
217 University Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14223 Property Information
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Address
| Primary address | 217 University Avenue, Buffalo |
| Zip code | 14223 |
| County | Erie |
| Municipality | Tonawanda |
| Parcel ID | 79.300-4-16 |
Sales & Tax Overview for 217 University Avenue, Buffalo
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| Sale date | 10/12/2001 |
| Sale price | $21,500 |
| Arm's length | Register |
| Current property tax | $3,812 |
Lot & Building Information for 217 University Avenue, Buffalo
| Building sqft | 1,846 |
| Building class | Two Family Year-Round Residence (220) |
| Acreage | 0.261
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| Lot dimensions | 74 ft X 172 ft |
| Frontage | 74 |
| Depth | 172 |
| Year built | 1926 |
| Stories | 2 |
| Units | 2 |
| Rooms | 10 |
| Bedrooms | 4 |
| Bathrooms | 2 |
| Kitchen | 2 |
| Water supply | Comm/public |
| Sewer type | Comm/public |
| Building style | Old style |
| Condition | Normal |
| Basement type | Full |
| Exterior wall material | Wood |
| Heat | Hot air |
| Fuel | Gas |
| Fireplaces | 1 |
| First story sqft | Register |
Zoning, Use & Area Overview
| Zoning district | Register |
| School district | Kenmore |
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Other Property Data for 217 University Avenue, Buffalo
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About 217 University Avenue, Buffalo
217 University Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14223 was built in 1926 and has a total of 1,846 square feet.
What is the assessed value of 217 University Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14223 and the property tax paid?Assessed at $47,900, the tax amount paid for 217 University Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14223 is $4,214.
When was 217 University Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14223 last sold and what was the last sale price?217 University Avenue, Buffalo, NY 14223 was last sold in 10/12/2001 for $21,500.
How many residential units does this building have?This building has 2 residential unit(s).
Ownership Information
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Past Sales & Property History for 217 University Avenue, Buffalo
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| Purchase date | Purchase price | Buyer name | Seller name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/12/2001 | $21,500 | Register | Register |
Title Documents for 217 University Avenue, Buffalo
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Property Taxes for 217 University Avenue, Buffalo
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| Tax year | 2025-2026 |
| Base tax | $4,215 |
| Current property tax | $3,812 |
| Market value | $228,100 |
| Assessed value | $47,900 |
Assessment History for 217 University Avenue, Buffalo
Here's the assessment & property tax history for 217 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 | $208,261 | $47,900 | 87.9958 | $4,215 | +260.79% |
| 2024 | $199,600 | $47,900 | 24.39 | $1,168 | -14.78% |
| 2023 | $165,200 | $47,900 | 28.62 | $1,371 | -10.42% |
| 2022 | $145,152 | $47,900 | 31.95 | $1,530 | +1.43% |
| 2021 | $145,200 | $47,900 | 31.5 | $1,509 | -4.14% |
Permits for 217 University Avenue, Buffalo
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Risk
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| FEMA flood zone(s) | X (See more on map) |
Transportation
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Schools
Nearest elementary schools
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph University School | NR | Private | PK-8 | 151 | 0.49 |
| St Joseph University School | NR | Private | PK-8 | 151 | 0.49 |
| Windermere Blvd School | 5 | Public | PK, K-6 | 748 | 0.67 |
| Windermere Blvd School | 5 | Public | PK, K-6 | 748 | 0.67 |
| Ben Franklin Elementary School | 4 | Public | K-4 | 459 | 0.99 |
Nearest middle schools
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Joseph University School | NR | Private | PK-8 | 151 | 0.49 |
| Academy School | 1 | Public | 7-12 | 70 | 0.72 |
| Ben Franklin Middle School | 3 | Public | 5-7 | 626 | 1.01 |
| P.S. 66 North Park Academy | NR | Public | 7-8 | 57 | 1.14 |
| Buffalo United Charter School | 2 | Charter | K-8 | 659 | 1.20 |
Nearest high schools
| Name | Rating | Type | Grade range | No of students | Distance to school (mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Academy School | 1 | Public | 7-12 | 70 | 0.72 |
| Holy Angels Academy | NR | Private | 9-12 | 208 | 0.85 |
| St Joseph's Collegiate Institute | NR | Private | 9-12 | 725 | 1.07 |
| Middle Early College High School | 3 | Public | 9-12 | 314 | 1.10 |
| Lewis J Bennett High Of Innovative Tec | 4 | Public | 9-12 | 401 | 1.10 |
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Neighbors for 217 University Avenue, Buffalo
Here are the neighbors for 217 University Avenue, Buffalo.
| Address | Square feet | Purchase date | Purchase price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Hawthorne Ave, Buffalo | 1,617 | 09/09/2024 | $255,000 |
| 54 Lyndale Ave, Buffalo | 1,884 | 06/14/2012 | $69,000 |
| 251 University Ave, Buffalo | 884 | 10/15/2014 | $40,000 |
| 4 Hawthorne Ave, Buffalo | 1,362 | ||
| 2 Hawthorne Ave, Buffalo | 2,550 | 05/24/1996 | $106,000 |
| 229 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo | 2,055 | 09/14/2004 | $84,900 |
| 237 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo | 2,400 | 04/19/2023 | $263,000 |
| 217 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo | 2,436 | 12/20/2021 | $1 |
| 4 Lyndale Ave, Buffalo | 1,424 | 05/14/2019 | $1 |
| 18 Lyndale Ave, Buffalo | 1,251 | 05/05/2023 | $209,000 |
| 20 Hawthorne Ave, Buffalo | 2,208 | 07/18/2025 | $312,000 |
| 225 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo | 2,413 | 08/22/2018 | $1 |
| 233 Kenmore Ave, Buffalo | 2,120 | 07/12/2023 | $1 |
| 10 Lyndale Ave, Buffalo | 1,419 | ||
| 30 Lyndale Ave, Buffalo | 972 | 11/09/2010 | $1 |
| 42 Lyndale Ave, Buffalo | 2,048 | 01/16/2008 | $55,986 |
| 36 Lyndale Ave, Buffalo | 1,920 | ||
| 38 Lyndale Ave, Buffalo | 1,048 | 09/09/2019 | $1 |
| 250 University Ave, Buffalo | 1,588 | ||
| 292 University Ave, Buffalo | 1,215 | 10/05/2012 | $79,000 |