$422,084Average Value$224Average Price per Sq Ft17Homes For Sale
North Amherst offers seclusion and convenience
North Amherst is where Buffalo’s suburbs fade into Western New York’s countryside, giving it a secluded feel with proximity to parks, amenities and Interstate 990. “It's just a great location. With the interstate, you can get anywhere you want to be,” says Anne Kader, an associate broker and Realtor with WNY Metro Roberts Realty who’s sold homes in the area for over 35 years. “Our home prices are still pretty reasonable, and you're getting a nice home for the money you spend.” Downtown Buffalo and Niagara Falls are both within a 30-minute drive, and the nearby Erie Canal is a hotspot for outdoor recreation.
Houses with a suburban or rural feel
Most of North Amherst’s colonial, ranch-style and split-level homes sit in suburban subdivisions on the community’s west side, where quiet, sidewalk-lined streets often end in cul-de-sacs. Most homes have paved driveways and attached garages, and the yards are large enough for a manicured lawn in the front and a swimming pool or patio in the back. The community’s east side has a more rural feel, with more space between neighbors and views of farmland or pasture. Homes built before 2000 generally cost between $250,000 and $400,000, while newer homes can cost between $410,000 and $800,000. Duplexes range from $280,000 to $430,000, and many of these are available to rent. Townhouses and condos can cost between $140,000 and $530,000, plus monthly homeowners association fees between $190 and $300. Some properties are at high risk of flooding, and homeowners should check flood maps to see if they’ll need to buy flood insurance.
B-rated public schools and a large university nearby
Kids can start school at Heritage Heights Elementary, which earns a B from Niche, and then go to the B-plus-rated Sweet Home Middle. At the B-plus-rated Sweet Home High, students can play over 20 sports, including football, volleyball and ice hockey. Nearby, the University at Buffalo has 16 Division I sports teams that can draw big crowds from across the community.
A car-reliant area between Buffalo and Niagara Falls
Downtown Buffalo is about 19 miles away and can be reached by taking Interstate 990 to Interstate 290, which loops around the city and connects with other interstates. U.S. Route 62 on the community’s west side leads 21 miles to Niagara Falls. North Amherst can experience cold and snowy winters that can make it tough to get around. “We usually have a good amount of uptime to know it’s coming,” Kader says. “Our weather forecasters are on it. They’ve predicted a blizzard 10 days out.” The Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority’s bus stops throughout the community’s west side. Houses of worship here include The Chapel’s Crosspoint Campus and the Hindu Cultural Society of Western New York. DeGraff Medical Park, the closest hospital, is about 5 miles away, and Buffalo Niagara International Airport is a 12-mile drive.
Regional sandwiches and Italian comfort food
Restaurants and shopping areas are concentrated in the more densely populated west side. The Audubon North has served regional dishes like beef on weck — a roast beef sandwich on a kummelweck roll — since 1990. My Tomato Pie is known for its pizzas and Italian dishes, and they also serve burgers and other pub fare. U.S. Route 62 has retailers like Kohl’s and Pet Supplies Plus, as well as grocery stores like Tops and Wegmans.
Outdoor recreation for hikers, kayakers, kids and dogs
The over 1,200-acre Nature View Park in the community’s center has several nature trails through protected forests that are popular for cross-country skiing in the winter. The Amherst Veterans Canal Park provides fishing and kayaking access to the Erie Canal, and the Erie Canalway Trail, a multi-use path that follows the canal 360 miles from Buffalo to Albany, is accessible in the park. At Creekwood Park, kids can play on the playground or basketball courts. At the Ellicott Island Bark Park, dogs can run around off-leash on a tree-filled island in the middle of the canal. The Bark Park hosts dog-friendly events throughout the year, including Hot Dog Day each June and Puptoberfest each October.
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Parks in this Area
Ellicott Creek Island Park
Amherst Veterans Canal Park
Creekwood Park
Nature View Park
Transit
Airport
Buffalo Niagara International
20 min drive
Bus
Sundridge Dr & Cascade Dr
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Niagara Falls Blvd & Irwin Place
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Sweet Home Rd & North French Rd
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Niagara Falls Blvd & Irvington Dr
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John Glenn Dr & Commerce Dr
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Sweet Home Rd & Pheasant Run Rd
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Glenhaven Dr & Sweet Home Rd
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
North Amherst
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Amherst Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Amherst, Amherst sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in North Amherst, Amherst over the last 12 months is $381,000, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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First time buyers, Small Family or Downsizing? This is the perfect sized ranch in the Williamsville School District in an amazing area! This home was built and loved by the original owners who took pride in regular maintenance to keep everything running well and looking great! Plenty of family room area to host holidays, large eat in kitchen appliances included, 3 generous sized bedrooms.
Beautifully maintained raised ranch in a quiet Amherst neighborhood! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers a two-car garage and plenty of living space. Enjoy a bright eat-in kitchen with skylight and included appliances, a spacious living room open to the formal dining area, and a sun-filled three-season room with views of the large backyard. The finished lower-level family room provides flexible
From First Homes to the Finest Homes, this move-in ready Ranch in the Amherst School District is what you've been waiting for! Prepare to be in awe with the gorgeous landscaping as you walk up the driveway. Freshly painted walls and beautiful hardwood floors throughout living area greet you as you enter the front door. Eat-in kitchen with cherry cabinets, granite countertops and stainless steel
Sundridge Apartments offers 2 bedroom rental units and 2 bedroom townhouses that include wall to wall carpet, kitchen appliances, air conditioning, storage, laundry facilities, and 24 hour emergency maintenance. Apartment rent includes water, heat, and Verizon FIOS Internet. Pets under 20 lbs are allowed with Pet Fee (some restrictions apply). Located at 60-144 Sundridge Drive, Amherst,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
11,188
Median Age
38
Population under 18
25.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,430
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$106,632
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.9%
College Graduates
45.4%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
20.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
67''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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