Why Live in Cold Springs
Cold Springs is a compact neighborhood located approximately 2 miles north of downtown Buffalo. Bordered by the medical corridor and Delaware Park, it features a mix of residential and commercial areas, including Canisius University, a storage center, and a metro transportation depot. The Freedom Wall murals along the southern edge honor notable activists, adding cultural significance to the area. Main Street, one of the neighborhood's borders, provides access to multiple bus lines and a Light Rail station, making transportation convenient. The neighborhood offers a variety of housing options, from single-family bungalows and American Foursquares to multi-family homes and apartments, some adorned with colorful murals. While some homes have driveways or garages, others rely on street parking.
Cold Springs residents can enjoy local dining options such as Imperial Pizza, Trini’s Caribbean cuisine, and Buffalo’s Golden Corner steak hoagies. For groceries, the nearby Tops Friendly Markets, which reopened after a tragic event in 2022, features a commemorative mural and sunflower plantings. Masten Park, located about a mile and a half south, offers facilities for football, soccer, tennis, and baseball, while the 50-acre MLK Jr. Park includes a Splash Pad, inclusive playground, and the Buffalo Museum of Science. Delaware Park, covering 350 acres, features a golf course, zoo, and lake with paddleboard rentals. Despite its density, Cold Springs maintains a low-traffic environment, providing a quieter urban living experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cold Springs a good place to live?
Cold Springs is a good place to live. Cold Springs is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Cold Springs has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.6 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $61,269 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 10.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Cold Springs are renters, with 56.5% of residents renting and 43.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Cold Springs can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Cold Springs neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Cold Springs?
The median home price in Cold Springs is $114,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $23,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $570 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $24K a year to afford the median home price in Cold Springs. The average household income in Cold Springs is $61K.
What are the best public schools in Cold Springs?
The best public schools that serve Cold Springs are:
What are the best private schools in Cold Springs?
The best private schools that serve Cold Springs are:
- Buffalo Seminary has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Nichols School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.3.
- Canisius High has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 11:1 and an average review score of 4.3.
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Are home prices dropping in Cold Springs?
Yes, home prices in Cold Springs are down 48% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Cold Springs, NY
On average, homes in Cold Springs, Buffalo sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Cold Springs, Buffalo over the last 12 months is $48,000, down 78% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$48,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$144,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$10,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$88
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$114,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
33%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-78%