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Work, play and live in the heart of Buffalo
Characterized by towering high-rises and historic city buildings, Downtown Buffalo is primarily a business district. It doesn't have the same neighborhood vibe as places like Allentown or West Side , as downtown tends to empty out when commuters head home. However, a network of buses and a high-speed metro rail keeps locals feeling connected, and many choose to settle here to be within walking distance to work. Within the last couple of years, downtown has gained a grocery store, a modernized public transit system, and a considerable influx of apartments that bring a growing sense of community. It's becoming a place where Buffalonians are excited to work, play and — increasingly — live.
Misuta Chows in Downtown Buffalo offers Japanese street food and has an arcade upstairs.
OSB Ciderworks in Downtown Buffalo has board games and a retro arcade corner.
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Front seats to Buffalo's best entertainment
Downtown is a destination at one point or another for everyone who lives in Buffalo, but permanent residents get front seats to all the action. Yearly celebrations like the Saint Patrick's Day Parade or Taste of Buffalo festival draw huge crowds, and summer Thursdays come alive with a farmers' market. All year round, breweries host trivia nights, and The Buffalo Theatre District, home to the historic Shea's Theater, has a variety of live performances by nationally recognized talent. Sports fans support the Buffalo Bisons at Sahlen Field or get rowdy at a Buffalo Sabres hockey game in the KeyBank Center, which is also a major concert venue. And with affordable events and programs all year round, the waterfront Canalside area is growing into one of the most vibrant destinations in the city.
You can usually find plenty of dogs in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Buffalo.
42 North Brewing opened their second location on Main Street in Downtown Buffalo in 2024.
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An influx of local businesses to fill in the gaps
Downtown Buffalo has always been a destination for a night on the town, but there's a lack of substantial retail and amenities for those living there. Residents rejoiced when Braymiller Market finally brought fresh groceries to the downtown area in 2021, but bigger brand options are still a drive away. With an influx of new living units, more local businesses are popping up to meet residential needs. Take, for example, Hounds & Hops, a combination brewery and dog care service with plans to expand into the city's largest indoor and outdoor dog park. Co-founders Jarod Miller and Bob Manley wanted to create a spot where city dogs could have space to run loose, even in Buffalo's cold winters. "It's going to be like dog wonderland," Miller says. "And downtown Buffalo is the perfect place to do it. It's so vibrant, and there's a real sense of community support for local businesses."
Braymiller Market is one of the few grocers in Downtown Buffalo.
Wurlitzer Flats are some of the newest addition to the Downtown Buffalo luxury apartments.
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Preserving Buffalo history along the Heritage Corridor
The Michigan Street African American Heritage Corridor is a local organization that preserves the city's history and culture along a stretch of Michigan Avenue. Among many destinations along the corridor, The Colored Musicians Club & Jazz Museum celebrates Buffalo's rich musical past, and just across the street, the Michigan Street Baptist Church was once a stop on the Underground Railroad. Terry Alford, Executive Director for the organization, says: "People come to The Corridor to really experience its history." Alford is among many locals with grand visions and plans for the downtown district. "We hope that when people come back in five years, they'll see it drastically changed from what it looks like today," he says. "Downtown attracts people who want to see new things being developed, like Canalside."
Downtown Buffalo is home to The African American Heritage Corridor.
The Erie Canal historically started right here which made Buffalo grow rapidly around 1900.
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Condo living: from historic to modern
Apartments dominate downtown, with 93% of residents renting. But for those looking to buy, the burgeoning condo market offers a low-maintenance, amenity-rich lifestyle. Prices start around $200,000 for condos in historic buildings from the 1800s, getting up to $450,000 for buildings from the 1990s. Modern glass structures with attached hotels and offices, like The Avant, have units from $500,000 to $800,000. Condos also come with associated monthly fees, ranging from $300 to over $1,000. "Downtown Buffalo has received tons of big investment money from outside the area, so there isn't a huge opportunity for owner-occupied residential housing," says Nicholas Giambra, an associate broker at Keller Williams Realty WNY. "But as investors repurpose a lot of the buildings, the commercial market is picking up, and the housing component is the next phase of downtown development."
Residents in Downtown Buffalo can choose high end apartments as their home of choice.
The Glenny Building in Downtown Buffalo has condos in an historic building,
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Walkable to diverse vocational high schools
Buffalo Public Schools prioritizes choice, so parents and their children can apply to any school within the district. Kids in kindergarten through eighth grade could walk to the nearby PS 95 Waterfront Elementary School, which receives a C from Niche. Also walkable is PS 304 Hutchinson Central Technical, which has a high A-minus grade and is ranked as the most diverse high school in New York by Niche. The vocational high school PS 302 Emmerson School of Hospitality and PS 355 The New Buffalo School of Culinary Arts & Hospitality Management are also located downtown.
Waterfront Elementary School is right situated right next to Lake Erie.
Hutchinson Central Technical High School serves students in the local community.
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Sources of community support
Downtown Buffalo has a CAP Index Crime Score of 10 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. In 2023, the Buffalo Police Department began to increase police presence in violent-prone areas based on real-time data, which they believe was the main factor in homicide rates dropping by 44% in that year. Several non-profit organizations centered around the downtown and East Side neighborhoods are also working to make the city safer. Most Valued Parents offers youth programs, and Buffalo SNUG works to reduce gun violence.
Large freight boats can often be watched from Canalside in Downtown Buffalo.
The Buffalo Lighthouse is a popular attraction in Downtown Buffalo.
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On average, homes in Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo sell after 36 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo over the last 12 months is $345,000, up 77% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Beautifully appointed 5th floor 1-bedroom, 1-bath loft-style condominium located in the prestigious Historic Warehouse Condos at 210 Ellicott Street. This 1,060 square foot gem seamlessly blends historic charm with modern conveniences in Buffalo's vibrant downtown district. The spacious bedroom boasts cathedral ceilings & can accommodate a king-sized bedroom set, generous walk-in closet and
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