Columbus
Neighborhood in Buffalo, New York
Erie County 14201, 14202
Victorian homes from the early 1900s
There are a few recently built apartments for rent lining Niagara Street on the business section of the neighborhood, but most homes are to the northeast section and have smaller lot sizes. Most homes have a garage or at least a paved driveway area, but some will only have street parking. Victorian homes, including Italianate and Queen Anne styles, fill the area, with some Greek Revival and Colonial Revival scattered throughout. Most homes along the nine residential streets were built around 1900, but there are a few homes built closer to 40 years ago. Housing styles here include pops of colorful siding and other external features such as turrets and wrap-around porches. Front yards are often small with enough room to plant a few small plants or bushes and includes a short walkway to the front door. Single-family homes begin at about $370,000 and reach around $650,000. There are some investment opportunities as well, with homes that have been renovated to hold multiple units. These homes can consist of both rented and owned units. Prices begin around $130,000 for three units and reach about $810,000 for five units.
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Walking paths and room to run
The walking path at the 1.2-acre Johnson Park provides a shortcut through the middle of the greenspace into downtown. The Waterfront/Emerson Young Park’s larger greenspace sits across the street from Waterfront Elementary where an impromptu soccer or basketball game is a possibility.
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Advanced Placement and technical studies
Tucked between a park and a health insurance agency, in the commercial section of the neighborhood, Waterfront Elementary is for students from kindergarten to eighth grade. The elementary school receives a C from Niche. Students can then attend Hutchinson Central Technical High School, which receives an A-minus, and take Advanced Placement courses and complete a technical program in Bio-Chemical, Computer or Engineering Technology. The high school is located in the northeast section of the neighborhood.
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Downtown Buffalo events
“You’re minutes from Shea’s,” says Aichinger. “It’s an amazing old theater and major productions typically come and put on a show.” Shea’s Buffalo Theatre began as a movie theater, but has since transformed into a place where residents can purchase tickets for Broadway shows and musical performances, like The Lion King and instrumental bands like The Piano Guys. From November to March, The Ice at Canalside has Buffalo originals like ice bikes. “It’s a Buffalo thing. They literally invented it,” says Aichinger. The ice-skating rink downtown used to be an arena, but has since been transformed. Ice bikes have the same functions as a bike, but have been transformed and engineered so that the front wheel is in fact a blade. Instead of wobbling around the rink on ice-skates, people can safely make their way around on an ice bike instead.
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Bordered by an interstate
There are several bus lines on Niagara Street, as well as two on Tracy Street, both the lines on Niagara and Tracy begin in downtown and service the greater Buffalo area. Residents can also cross by foot Elmwood Avenue which acts as the eastern border of the neighborhood, to reach the Downtown Buffalo area. Bordered by Interstate 190 to the southwest, there is an exit and on-ramp in the southern point of the neighborhood. For employees of BlueCross Blue Shield Western New York, there is an electric charging station for electric vehicles located within their parking garage.Shopping on Niagara Street
Strong Hearts Buffalo and Sabores De Mi Terra, as well as two convenience stores are on Niagara Street. For more grocery choices, residents can follow Niagara two blocks northwest to reach a Tops Friendly Markets.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Charles Glander
Charles Glander
Responds QuicklyAvant Realty LLC
(716) 271-5744
278 Total Sales
1 in Columbus
$300,000 Price
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Jennifer Grzybek
Jennifer Grzybek
Responds QuicklyEXP Realty
(716) 473-1752
86 Total Sales
1 in Columbus
$130,000 Price
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Joshua Assad
Joshua Assad
Keller Williams Realty WNY
(716) 403-3137
127 Total Sales
2 in Columbus
$320K - $436K Price Range
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Jason Sokody
Jason Sokody
Howard Hanna WNY Inc.
(716) 403-3032
2,062 Total Sales
4 in Columbus
$201K - $500K Price Range
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Christian Reitler
Christian Reitler
Gurney Becker & Bourne
(716) 274-9164
137 Total Sales
2 in Columbus
$335K - $810K Price Range
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Mandy Taborda
Mandy Taborda
Danahy Real Estate
(716) 403-3108
128 Total Sales
2 in Columbus
$55K - $70K Price Range
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Cathedral Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Buffalo Naval Park
Days Park
Ralph C. Wilson Jr Centennial Park
Freedom Park
Waterfront/Emerson Young Park
- Basketball
- Soccer
- Trails
Johnson Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Tony Sisti Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Columbus | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 6 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 6 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 8 | 4 |
| Burglary | 9 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 9 | 4 |
| Larceny | 9 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 8 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Columbus Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Columbus, Buffalo sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Columbus, Buffalo over the last 12 months is $465,000, up 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$479,000
Median Sale Price
$465,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$465,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$195,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
24%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$286
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
173
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1900
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,603
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,352
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,093
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
600
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$375,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,922 Sq Ft
- 286 Carolina St
- New 19 days ago
286 Carolina Street is a completely re-built 2-unit property. The exterior has been insulated with R-1 insulation and has all new vinyl siding (2024). New concrete walkways and front porch (2024), full tear off roof and new windows (2020). New exterior doors with "smart locks". Both units were totally redesigned & renovated in 2024 with new, open floor plans laid out by Akos Architects & built by
Carmelo Parlato Gurney Becker & Bourne
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$195,000
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,093 Sq Ft
- 65 Whitney Place
- Unit 5
Spectacular city condo with sensational spaces and close to all conveniences! A fabulous 3rd floor unit with wonderful detail and design including exposed brick walls, renovated kitchen and bath, and custom blinds.2 parking spaces, lots of storage and in -unit laundry. Just minutes from the hospital corridor, shops, and restaurants. I’d like to Welcome you to your home!
Karen Baker Howard Hanna WNY Inc
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$1,850,000
- 14 Beds
- 13,246 Sq Ft
- 197 Virginia St
Introducing Virginia Street Apartments- a stunning 14-unit apartment building that has undergone a complete transformation! This architectural gem was meticulously remodeled in 2018/19 to meet the demands of the modern tenant. Each apartment boasts luxurious amenities, including exquisite granite counter tops and elegant tile bathrooms. The building's infrastructure has also been updated to
David Witczak WNY Metro Roberts Realty
Homes for Rent
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$1,136 - $1,758 per month
- Pine Harbor Apartments
- 1-4 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 585+ Sq Ft
- 10 7th St
- Buffalo, NY
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$1,250 per month
- 1 Bed
- 1 Bath
- 617 Sq Ft
- 61 Johnson Park
- Unit 6
- Buffalo, NY
Cool 1 BR apartment in classic 19th century house, combining original architectural elements with contemporary improvements. Features include wood floors, bay window, period fireplace, quartz counter tops, stainless appliances including dishwasher, in unit w/d, ceiling fan, tiled bathroom, off-street parking. On the cusp of downtown; Allentown and the Medical Campus a short distance away. No
Mark DiGiampaolo MJ Peterson Real Estate Inc.
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$1,500 per month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,065 Sq Ft
- 72 Tracy St
- Buffalo, NY
Spacious 2 Bedroom apartment on the 1st floor of a classic Buffalo double with abundant natural light and good room flow. Features include: updated Kitchen with dishwasher, solid surface countertops, updated tiled bath, hardwood floors, decorative fireplace and good storage. Coin-op laundry on site; off-street parking available. Located adjacent to Downtown and Allentown; the Medical Campus a
Mark DiGiampaolo MJ Peterson Real Estate Inc.
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,368
Median Age
35
Population Density
15 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$25,790
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$44,629
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.5%
College Graduates
22.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.2%
% Population in Labor Force
48.4%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
188''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
84
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
82
/ 100
Good Transit
Transit Score®
63
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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