Why Live in Abbott McKinley
Abbott McKinley, located 5 miles from Downtown Buffalo, is a neighborhood rich in Irish heritage and history. Settled by Irish immigrants in the late 1800s, it features vintage homes including Cape Cods, bungalows, American Foursquares, and minimal traditionals, many with modern upgrades. The neighborhood is highly walkable, with local amenities such as restaurants, coffee shops, and parks easily accessible. Abbott McKinley celebrates its Irish roots with events like the weekly fish fry at the Buffalo Irish Center and the annual Irish Festival at Cazenovia Park. The area also hosts South Buffalo Porchfest, where local musicians perform on neighborhood porches. Abbott McKinley is served by the Buffalo City School District and includes notable institutions like Mount Mercy Academy and Bishop Timon High School. Residents enjoy local favorites like Ko-Ed Candies and Doc Sullivans, as well as D.A. Taste for specialty tacos. The neighborhood boasts green spaces such as Cazenovia Park, with baseball diamonds, tennis courts, and a golf course, and Heacock Park, known for its sugar maple trees. The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens are less than 2 miles away. Abbott McKinley offers a low crime risk compared to the national average, making it a practical and appealing place to live. The neighborhood's proximity to Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 10 miles away, and public transportation options provide convenient access to the wider region.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Abbott McKinley a good place to live?
Abbott McKinley is a good place to live. Abbott McKinley is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Abbott McKinley is a suburban neighborhood. Abbott McKinley has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 13.5 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $75,248 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 27.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Abbott McKinley are home owners, with 42.8% of residents renting and 57.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Abbott McKinley can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Abbott McKinley neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Abbott McKinley?
The median home price in Abbott McKinley is $199,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $40,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,020 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $44K a year to afford the median home price in Abbott McKinley. The average household income in Abbott McKinley is $75K.
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Home Trends in Abbott McKinley, NY
On average, homes in Abbott McKinley, Buffalo sell after 15 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Abbott McKinley, Buffalo over the last 12 months is $222,500, up 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$222,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$212,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$165
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
44
Median List Price
$199,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
-7%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%
