With street names like Grape, Peach and Orange, Fruit Belt’s history comes together everywhere. Once home to fruit farming, the historically black community is now entirely residential. A part of the borough's most recent history tells the story of community activism in the face of gentrification. Locals of this borough live just east of Lake Erie within walking distance of downtown entertainment.
Properties in Fruit Belt reflect a mix of historic worker-style cottages and newer duplex townhouses. Tall trees spring from small lawns here and sidewalks connect neighbors. A five-bedroom property that requires renovation may go for $65,000 here, a three-bedroom house with a spacious back yard for $90,000 and a renovated four-bedroom home for $200,000. According to Buffalo native and Realtor Ahmad Nieves of Red Door Real Estate, community members are seeking ways to invest in these properties for the benefit of their neighbors. “I have been helping one woman buy land and property in the area and she is starting to do development.”
Locals to Fruit Belt are served by the Metro Bus and Rail and the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority. As the layout of Fruit Belt is relatively dense, many also walk to restaurants, the grocery store, work and shops. There are a few restaurants within the neighborhood’s bounds. Downtown Buffalo is also only a mile away and easily accessed on foot. The neighborhood is bordered by Highway 33 to the east and the nearest airport, Buffalo Niagara International, is 8 miles away along its route.
Fruit Belt students are served by the Buffalo City School District, which has 60 facilities total. A few close to Fruit Belt that students may attend include Martin Luther King Jr #48 for elementary education and City Honors School At Fosdick Masten Park, which combines both middle and high school. The elementary school earns a C-minus rating by Niche, while City Honors School earns an impressive A rating. City Honors School has a robust list of athletic teams and IB programs for both middle and high school students.
Sunshine Vegan Eats, serving plant-based chicken and waffles among other creative entrees, is local to Fruit Belt on Jefferson Avenue. High Deli is another favorite just a few blocks from neighbors on Peach Street. Anchor Bar, less than a mile along downtown’s Main Street, has been a staple since the '30s. And Allen Burger Venture, also less than a mile away on Allen Street, is known for its creative Americana fare. Bill's Food Mart, on Allen Street, is one of the closest grocery stores. Walden Galleria, with its movie theater and 200 retail spots, is 5 miles away along Walden Avenue. In this enclave’s Orchard days, you could smell the fruit in the air on summer days. Today, you can join a fun-loving community that looks out for each other.
Masten Park in the Fruit Belt has a baseball diamond, basketball court and playground. The Fruit Belt is also known for its many community gardens — they are just one stop along Fruit Belt's walking tour organized by Explore Buffalo, which also makes a pit stop at the Johnnie B. Wiley Sports Pavilion. The 190-acre Buffalo Harbor State Park — 5 miles southwest via Buffalo Skyway — has a beach for strolling and sunbathing along Lake Erie.
"A lot of people are interested in Fruit Belt because it's the medical corridor of Buffalo. As interest grows, so does local conversation around what will happen to those who have been here,” Nieves says. Grassroots organizations dedicated to strengthening community ties are prominent here. The Fruit Belt Coalition regularly hosts block party meetings and organizes community-enrichment events, from holiday celebrations to health fairs and community offerings just for teens and kids.
Bo Gurney
Gurney Becker & Bourne
(716) 389-5286
34 Total Sales
2 in Fruit Belt
$465,000 Price Range
Shabbir Tung
WNY Metro Roberts Realty
(716) 303-3729
71 Total Sales
5 in Fruit Belt
$13K - $233K Price Range
Gina Calamita
WNY Metro Roberts Realty
(716) 302-0667
35 Total Sales
2 in Fruit Belt
$238,000 Price Range
Jeevakaran Seevaratnam
HUNT Real Estate ERA
(716) 458-8176
74 Total Sales
2 in Fruit Belt
$83,000 Price Range
Syed Rizvi
Keller Williams Realty WNY
(716) 589-4267
209 Total Sales
4 in Fruit Belt
$35K - $145K Price Range
Rosalind Phillips
Mootry Murphy & Burgin Realty Group LLC
(716) 671-3681
68 Total Sales
6 in Fruit Belt
$107K - $201K Price Range
Airport
Buffalo Niagara International
17 min drive
Subway
Allen/Medical Campus
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Carlton St & Michigan Ave
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Best Street Ellicott Street West
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Jefferson Avenue Best Street South
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Best Street Main Street West
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Best Street Masten Avenue East
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Best Street Michigan Avenue East
On average, homes in Fruit Belt, Buffalo sell after 100 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Fruit Belt, Buffalo over the last 12 months is $83,000, down 48% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Median List Price
$97,500
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Median Sale Price
$83,000
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Median Single Family Sale Price
$115,000
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Median Townhouse Sale Price
$71,500
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Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$115,000
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Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
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Last 12 months Home Sales
3
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Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-48%
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Average Price Per Sq Ft
$72
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Number of Homes
501
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Number of Homes for Sale
4
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Median Year Built
1900
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Months of Supply
16.00
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Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,308
Significantly below the national average
1,935
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Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,227
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Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,484
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$189,900
Welcome to 324 Carlton Street, a two-family home offering a great opportunity for owner-occupants or investors. Each unit features 2 bedrooms, a living room, dining room, kitchen, and full bathroom with a functional layout. The property also includes a full basement for additional storage and a driveway providing convenient off-street parking. Whether you’re looking to live in one unit and rent
Md Nazmul Hussain HUNT Real Estate ERA
$60,000
Near the Buffalo Medical Campus is an incredible opportunity to own a piece of Buffalo’s historic Fruit Belt neighborhood at an unbeatable price point. Situated just minutes from the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, downtown, and local transit, this property is perfect for investors looking for a high-potential rental or a home buyer looking to get their blank canvas home! The home has already had
Jaime Perez Keller Williams Realty WNY
$120,000
Welcome to 31 Pershing! Conveniently located in Buffalo’s Fruit Belt neighborhood, near Masten Park and the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, this home offers a great combination of location, space, and recent updates. Step inside to find fresh paint and new flooring throughout, creating a bright, clean, move-in-ready feel. Updated mechanical systems provide added peace of mind. There is also a
Renee J. Moran Red Door Real Estate WNY LLC
$129,900
Welcome to 104 Pershing Ave, Buffalo, NY 14211 – a spacious single-family home offering comfort and functionality in a convenient location. The lower level features 2 bedrooms, a bright living room, formal dining room, a well-sized kitchen, a full bathroom, and the added benefit of first-floor laundry for everyday ease. Upstairs you’ll find 2 additional bedrooms along with a half bathroom,
Md Nazmul Hussain HUNT Real Estate ERA
$165,000
LOCATION. OPPORTUNITY. POTENTIAL. Welcome to 309 Maple Street, a rare redevelopment opportunity directly across from the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus in one of Buffalo’s fastest-growing neighborhoods. Whether you’re an investor, contractor, or developer, this property offers the chance to create significant value in a location surrounded by ongoing revitalization and investment. This historic
Walter Mysiak WNY Metro Roberts Realty
$115,000
Investor opportunity!! 207 E. North Street is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath home being sold with two adjacent lots at 209 and 215 E. North Street creating a rare three-parcel package. Conveniently located near downtown Buffalo and the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, this property offers excellent potential for rental income, redevelopment, expansion, or land banking (subject to approvals). A unique
Lukeitta Clark Symphony Real Estate LLC
$1,799 - $3,102 per month
$1,300 per month
This lower 3-bedroom apartment offers a spacious living room with room for a dining area, 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and a compact kitchen with a stove included in as-is condition. The unit is located at the back of the home and features its own private entrance, porch, and designated yard space. Conveniently located at the corner of High Street and Locust Street, just 2 blocks from Buffalo
Elizabeth Dung Red Door Real Estate WNY LLC
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Number of Homes for Rent
2
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Median Rent
$1,362
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Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,400
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Median Townhouse Rent
$1,425
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Median 2 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$1,225
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Median Condo Rent
$1,300
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Total Population
2,047
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Median Age
39
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Population Density
7 ppl/acre
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Population under 18
26.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
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Population over 65
19%
On par with the national average
19.1%
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Median Household Income
$29,016
Significantly below the national average
$79,597
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Average Household Income
$40,736
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High School Graduates
75.7%
Below the national average
89%
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College Graduates
20.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
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Advanced Degrees
8.9%
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% Population in Labor Force
55.3%
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Annual Precipitation
40''
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Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
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Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
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Annual Snowfall
188''
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