Why Live in Columbus
Columbus, a neighborhood in Buffalo, boasts a high walkability score of 93 out of 100, making it ideal for those who prefer to get around on foot. Its proximity to Downtown Buffalo provides residents with easy access to theaters, dining options, and businesses. The neighborhood is divided by Niagara Street into a business district and residential areas. The business district houses significant services such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation office, BlueCross BlueShield of Western New York, and WKBW-TV. Residential areas feature Victorian homes, including Italianate and Queen Anne styles, with some Greek Revival and Colonial Revival homes. Most homes were built around 1900, with a few newer constructions. The area includes small front yards and features like turrets and wrap-around porches. Columbus offers various attractions, including the waterfront park with naval displays, an ice-skating rink with Buffalo-original ice bikes, and walking paths along Lake Erie. Residents can enjoy local dining at Strong Hearts Buffalo and Sabores De Mi Terra, with additional grocery options at Tops Friendly Markets. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, providing a secure environment for families. Educational opportunities include Waterfront Elementary and the highly rated Hutchinson Central Technical High School. Parks such as Johnson Park and Waterfront/Emerson Young Park offer green spaces for recreation. Public transportation is accessible with several bus lines on Niagara and Tracy Streets, and the neighborhood is bordered by Interstate 190, providing convenient travel options.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Columbus a good place to live?
Columbus is a good place to live. Columbus is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with good transit options. Columbus has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 14.7 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $44,629 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 22.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Columbus are renters, with 87.8% of residents renting and 12.2% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Columbus can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Columbus neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Columbus?
The median home price in Columbus is $749,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $149,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.56%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,810 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $163K a year to afford the median home price in Columbus. The average household income in Columbus is $45K.
What are the best public schools in Columbus?
The best public schools that serve Columbus are:
What are the best private schools in Columbus?
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Home Trends in Columbus, NY
On average, homes in Columbus, Buffalo sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Columbus, Buffalo over the last 12 months is $808,050, up 85% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$808,050
Median Single Family Sale Price
$808,050
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$277
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
4
Median List Price
$749,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
-4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
85%
