Fillmore-Leroy
Neighborhood in Buffalo, New York
Erie County 14214, 14215
Fillmore-Leroy has a modern take on ‘Sears’ homes
Fillmore-Leroy is mainly made up of doubles built between 1900 and 1920 and features Cape Cod and Colonial Revival-inspired architecture like pitched roofs, dormer windows and covered porches. “These are what we call ‘Sears catalog homes,’ because this was an old working-class neighborhood,” says Ayat Nieves, a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson with Keller Williams Realty. “People used to order their houses right from the Sears catalog. They’d ship you all the materials and you’d get an instant house.” While the shapes of homes are similar, it is unlikely that anyone in the neighborhood will get confused since no two homes are painted the same colors. Neighbors also distinguish their homes by planting gardens in their front yards and alongside the sidewalks. Most properties in Fillmore-Leroy sell for under $200,000. “You can get a great house for $ 100,000 or $200,000. People are looking for affordable housing, and that’s what this neighborhood provides,” Nieves says.
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The community gathers at the People’s Park
People’s Park on Main Street is a small space packed with raised flower beds and an amphitheater where community members put on concerts. Kensington Avenue is home to the Kensington Pool and Splash Pad, a popular community summer attraction, as well as Dewey Playground and Cricket Ground just down the street. The Dewey Cricket Ground became the first cricket ground in Buffalo in 2021. The neighborhood is also next door to Delaware Park, which at 350 acres is one of the largest parks in Buffalo. This spacious area is home to a public golf course, a large lake and the Buffalo Zoo, which is the third-oldest zoo in the country.
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Buffalo Schools offer vocational or STEM specializations
Kids attending Buffalo Public Schools may start out at nearby schools like P.S. 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction, which covers kindergarten through fourth grade, or P.S. 89 Dr. Lydia T. Wright School of Excellence, which goes from kindergarten up to eighth grade. These schools are ranked C and C-minus on Niche, respectively. Two nearby high school options are P.S. 301 Burgard High School and P.S. 366 Research Laboratory High School for Bioinformatics and Life Sciences. Burgard earns a C on Niche and is a vocational school that offers students career studies in welding, auto-tech and precision machining technology. Research Laboratory High School opened in 2016 as a specialized school for students interested in entering the medical field. This school has a B on Niche.
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Route 33 and NFTA make commuting simple
The Fillmore-Leroy area is less than three miles from downtown Buffalo. New York State Route 33 borders the area, making the journey into the city accessible for local commuters. For residents who do not drive, Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA-Metro) offers bus routes across the city and has several stops along major roads like Main Street.Parkside Candies is a 100-year-old staple
Residents rely on locally owned shops rather than large chains for their weekly groceries. Midcity Market on Kensington Avenue and Fillmore Supermarket on Fillmore Avenue both stock groceries and daily essentials. For everyday needs, there are multiple dollar stores in the area and small businesses along major streets like Fillmore and Kensington Avenues.For dining options, Lake Effect Diner on Main Street sports a retro theme, from its neon sign and chrome exterior to a menu filled with classics like breakfast platters and signature sandwiches and wraps. The Steer Restaurant and Saloon, also on Main Street, has been a community staple since 1969 and offers a wide-ranging menu, from classic burgers to ribeye steak and fried calamari. The original Parkside Candies location on Main Street has been a Buffalo staple for almost a century and is acclaimed for its signature sponge candy, lollipops and taffy.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kamran Mazhar
Kamran Mazhar
Signature Real Estate Services
(929) 552-5464
67 Total Sales
1 in Fillmore-Leroy
$95,000 Price
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Kathy Anderson
Kathy Anderson
HUNT Real Estate Corporation
(716) 389-5039
128 Total Sales
1 in Fillmore-Leroy
$106,000 Price
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Timothy Domanski
Timothy Domanski
HUNT Real Estate Corporation
(716) 303-0794
258 Total Sales
1 in Fillmore-Leroy
$135,000 Price
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Mia Mootry
Mia Mootry
Mootry Murphy & Burgin Realty Group LLC
(716) 303-0953
76 Total Sales
1 in Fillmore-Leroy
$155,000 Price
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Jeevakaran Seevaratnam
Jeevakaran Seevaratnam
HUNT Real Estate Corporation
(716) 458-8176
74 Total Sales
1 in Fillmore-Leroy
$180,000 Price
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Rosalind Burgin
Rosalind Burgin
Mootry Murphy & Burgin Realty Group LLC
(716) 671-3681
88 Total Sales
4 in Fillmore-Leroy
$70K - $150K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 4th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Delaware Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Bike Trails
Kingsley Park
- Basketball
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Shoshone Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Trails
Larkin Field
- Soccer
- Trails
People's Park
- Playground
- Events
- Amphitheater
Minnesota Linear Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
- Walking Paths
Transit
Airport
Buffalo Niagara International
14 min drive
Subway
Amherst Street
Bus
Kensington Ave & Liberty Ave
Bus
Fillmore Ave & Jewett Parkway
Bus
Kensington Ave & Leroy Ave
Bus
Main St & Dewey Ave
Bus
Kensington Ave & Deerfield Ave
Bus
Main St & Amherst Station
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Fillmore-Leroy | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Fillmore-Leroy Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Fillmore-Leroy, Buffalo sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Fillmore-Leroy, Buffalo over the last 12 months is $150,000, up 50% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$139,900
Median Sale Price
$150,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$150,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$98,750
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
26
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
50%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$110
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,501
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1920
Months of Supply
3.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,386
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,071
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$75,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,008 Sq Ft
- 9 Bennett Village Terrace
- New 3 days ago
Investor and/or Owner-Occupant Special – Prime Opportunity in Central Park Plaza!This 3-bedroom, 1-bath townhouse located on Bennett Village Terrace, offers a full basement, spacious living and dining room combo, and is conveniently located near shopping, public transit, and amenities. The property was completely gutted, with rehab started but not completed—making it the perfect blank canvas for
Veronica Moore WNY Metro Roberts Realty
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$159,900
- 6 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,246 Sq Ft
- 472 Leroy Ave
- New 7 days ago
Welcome to 472 Leroy Ave. Discover this 2246 sqft multi-family house on Leroy neighborhood. Each units features an expansive living room, formal dining room, full bath, decent size two bedroom and a bonus room- ideal for an office or third bedroom. The lower unit is tenant occupied and the upper unit is vacant. It's a great start for the first time home buyer who can live in one unit & collect
Sabbir Ahmed Towne Housing Real Estate
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$149,900
- 6 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,226 Sq Ft
- 2032 Fillmore Ave
- New 17 days ago
An investor's dream! This meticulously maintained 3/3 double. Good roof, Spacious rooms, all mechanics are in excellent working order. It's a must-see to understand the full potential of what this property has to offer.
HaroldKraven Weeks Mootry Murphy & Burgin Realty Group LLC
Homes for Rent
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$1,550 per month
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 2,400 Sq Ft
- 229 Loring Ave
- Buffalo, NY
Completely Updated, Blocks from Sisters Hospital, Close to all conveniences. 3 Bedroom 1 bath Lower unit.Rent includes water and trash. Must be able to provide references. Credit Score over 640, Minimum Income requirement 3xs monthly rent. Off Street parking is shared. Tenant responsible for lawn and snow removal including sidewalks.
John Duncan 716 Properties
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,407
Median Age
36
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$28,008
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$43,172
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.2%
College Graduates
16.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.5%
% Population in Labor Force
46%
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
Bikeable
Bike Score®
57
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
56
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
43
/ 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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