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Ellicott

Ellicott

$149,489 Average Value

A name seen all around Buffalo

The name “Ellicott” is ubiquitous in Buffalo. The name comes from the city’s founder, Joseph Ellicott, and it can be seen on buildings, streets and schools. This southeastern community is within 2 miles of Perry, the Buffalo River and many small markets. While it’s close to much of Buffalo’s hubbub, Ellicott’s roads are quiet and less trafficked in comparison.

A mix of vacant lots and existing homes in need of some love

Vacant homes and apartments are commonplace, with empty lots priced between $70,000 to $100,000. There’s still a sense of community along its streets, lined with streetlights and sidewalks that lead to mini-marts and a community garden on South Park and Hamburg Streets. “It is growing in such a positive way,” says Maureen Flavin, a Realtor with Howard Hanna, who has 32 years of experience in Buffalo. “There’s industrial buildings being turned into more lofty apartments.” Existing Ellicott homes sell on average for $125,000 and are often 1930s two-story townhomes showcasing bay windows and balconies or shotgun homes with overgrown yards needing TLC. Additionally, the city offers a down payment assistance program for homebuyers. However, it’s a tough market as most sell within eight days.

Learning around Ellicott

While a few Buffalo Public Schools are close by such as Harriet Ross Tubman School and Buffalo Elementary School of Technology, both rated C-minus by Niche, most students are placed in a charter school. Rated Buffalo’s best charter school with a B-plus Niche Score, The Buffalo Academy of Science Charter School splits Kindergarten through fourth grade and ninth through 12th grade into two separate buildings.

Bike along Old First Ward's Canalside

Parks are sparse in South Ellicott. However, JFK Recreation Center is right by Ellicott Town Center, providing tennis courts, soccer fields and basketball courts. Locals can stray farther from Ellicott to Buffalo River Fest Park, which sits by the Buffalo River and hosts live in the summer along with food trucks, waterfront views and fireworks. Old First Ward offers brunch or dinner cruises, the scenic Canalside, bike rentals and a paved trail along the river. Locals test their luck at Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino and attend a Helium Comedy Club show for fun indoors.

Larkin Square and Consumer Square

Between Ellicott and Perry, the dining and retail scene is infinite. Less than a mile away, Mazurek's Bakery is known for its Polish rye bread, and one block over is Undergrounds Coffee Shop. Down Seneca Street, locals enjoy hearty Italian food at Chef’s Restaurant, established in 1923. About a mile down from Chef’s, Larkin Square offers Swan Street Diner and Hydraulic Hearth, a large beer garden with live entertainment. “It’s walking distance to Canalside, which has tons of old silos,” Flavin says. Buffalo Riverworks looks out at Canalside and Buffalo River, while back on shore, Southern Tier’s massive screen plays Buffalo Bills games live at Sahlen Field, two blocks away. Consumer Square provides community necessities such as groceries, coffee shops and banks, right next to Tops Elmwood Plaza and Target. Clinton Bailey Farmers Market offers a wide selection of plants, veggies and herbs 2 miles away in Babcock.

Notable Buffalo attractions are within a few miles

There are plenty of attractions for locals and tourists to enjoy. Taking a selfie with the shark girl statue near the ice rink on Marine Drive is a rite of passage for many, along with riding the Buffalo Heritage Carousel a few blocks down. Driving north for 5 miles, AKG Art Museum is right by Delaware Park, home to The Buffalo Zoo and Buffalo’s History Museum. Events are also held throughout the year. Notably, July brings the Taste of Buffalo, the largest outdoor festival in the nation that attracts Buffalonians from all over the city. “There’s always concerts at KeyBank Center, like Elton John and Mick Jagger,” Flavin says, which is a convenient 5-mile commute from home. Ellicott is only 1 mile away from an Amtrak Station that goes towards Toronto and NYC. For convenient access to downtown, the subway runs along the western border of Perry.

Subways and Amtrak Station near Ellicott

Ellicott is only 1 mile away from an Amtrak Station that goes towards Toronto and NYC. For convenient access to downtown, the subway runs along the western border of Perry.

Important Things to Know

In 2022, a mass casualty hate crime at TOPS Supermarket deeply impacted not just Ellicott but the entire state. In response, The New York State Legislature passed laws banning semi-automatic sales to most people under 21. Ellicott has since received $71 million to restore Ellicott Town Center, offering more accessible homes and community resources. Additionally, residents making serious repairs to their homes can access to public funds for projects. “When this happened, it was the only grocery store in the area,” Flavin says. “So, when it closed, many were out of resources. The community came together and donated a ton of food. It was a difficult time, but the community was astounding.”

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Transit

Airport

Buffalo Niagara International

21 min drive

Bus

Smith St & Minton St

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South Park Ave & Van Rensselaer St

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Van Rensselaer St & Exchange St

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Perry St & Louisiana St

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Swan St & Hagerman St

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Seneca St & Emslie St

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Swan St & Pine St

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
443
Median Year Built
1900
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,310
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,304
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
3,967
Median Age
39
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.7%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$36,867
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$57,674

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
75%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.9%
% Population in Labor Force
63.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
188''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

65 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

47 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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