Lovejoy
Lovejoy homes reflect early 20th century styles
Many homes in the area were former industrial properties built between 1900 and 1930, and share design details with Cape Code and American Four Squares, such as simple shapes and dormer windows. Several properties are doubles and have 5 to 7 bedrooms that can be occupied by multiple families at once. Homes are rarely decorated the same way, with owners painting their porches fire engine-red or planting native scrubs alongside their front steps. “Lovejoy is a beautiful neighborhood with a great sense of community. There are a lot of homebuyers over there that have little cute gardens, and there’s a pride of ownership.” says Ayat Nieves, a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson with Keller Williams Realty. Some homes are built on double lots that allow homebuyers to build additional driveways or garages alongside fenced-in backyards. Homes in the Lovejoy range between $100,000 to $170,000, while some older single-family homes can sell for under $100,000.
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Interstates 90 and 190 connect to downtown Buffalo
U.S. Route 62, known locally as Bailey Avenue, runs directly through Lovejoy. This street has multiple bus stops for Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA-Metro), which offers routes throughout Buffalo. New York State Route 33 and Interstates 90 and 190 are also nearby for residents who prefer driving. Downtown Buffalo, Niagara River and Lake Erie are only five miles away.
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Discovery School supports Native American students
Lovejoy is served by Buffalo Public Schools. Neighborhood families can send their children to P.S. 43 Lovejoy Discovery School, which covers kindergarten through eighth grade and earns a C from Niche. The school offers a Native American Resource Program, or NARP, which offers academic support, mentorship programs and Seneca Language Instruction. After eighth grade, students can enter a lottery system to determine what public high school they will attend. East Community High School, which has a C-plus score on Niche, is a nearby general education high school.Roasted lamb at Yemen Café is a local favorite
Lovejoy residents take advantage of several nearby markets for grocery shopping. Broadway runs along the north side of Lovejoy, giving locals access to Broadway Market, Aldi and numerous locally-owned retail stores. Lovejoy is just north of the Clinton Bailey Farmers & Flea Market on Clinton Street, which is open Saturday mornings from November to April and operates seven days a week the rest of the year. Market vendors offer fresh fruits and vegetables, homemade jam and maple syrup, and seasonal goods like locally grown Christmas trees.Many dining options in Lovejoy are businesses operated by community members. The As-Salam Diner on Bailey Avenue has a variety of curry, tandoori and tikka dishes. Yemen Café and Bakery on Broadway specializes in Yemeni food, including their signature slow-roasted lamb. Club 77 Bar & Grill, which is also on Broadway, is a local favorite for hot bar food and specialty drinks.
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Swim at Lovejoy Pool no matter the weather
Lovejoy is home to a handful of city parks, including Hennepin Park on Bailey Avenue. This space has been loved by the community for years and has a playground and tennis and basketball courts. The park is located next to the Hennepin Community Center, which offers community events, childcare and special programs like free dental cleanings. On Gold Street, locals will find Lovejoy Pool, a unique Art Deco building that serves as the community aquatic center. The indoor pool has year-round open and lap swim hours, including during the winter.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Musa Alamari
Musa Alamari
Howard Hanna WNY Inc.
(716) 403-2842
158 Total Sales
2 in Lovejoy
$85K - $141K Price Range
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Rachele Sutherland
Rachele Sutherland
eXp Realty
(716) 576-3231
267 Total Sales
4 in Lovejoy
$85K - $235K Price Range
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Tracey Canny
Tracey Canny
Realty ONE Group Empower
(716) 271-8280
18 Total Sales
1 in Lovejoy
$72,500 Price
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Frank Zellner
Frank Zellner
HUNT Real Estate Corporation
(716) 403-3013
103 Total Sales
2 in Lovejoy
$68K - $107K Price Range
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Kamran Mazhar
Kamran Mazhar
Signature Real Estate Services
(929) 552-5464
66 Total Sales
2 in Lovejoy
$125K - $350K Price Range
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Timothy Domanski
Timothy Domanski
HUNT Real Estate Corporation
(716) 303-0794
257 Total Sales
1 in Lovejoy
$150,000 Price
Schools
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- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 8th
- Public
- Pre-K to 11th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Mary Jean Sloan Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Sloan Village Park
Hennepin Park
Walden Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Cheektowaga Town Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Pool
Hank Nowak Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Soccer
Franczyk Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Playground
Seneca Bluffs Natural Habitat Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lovejoy | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 8 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 6 | 4 |
| Robbery | 7 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lovejoy Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lovejoy, Buffalo sell after 73 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lovejoy, Buffalo over the last 12 months is $375,000, down 28% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$354,900
Median Sale Price
$375,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$420,625
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$364,540
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$210,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
57
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-28%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$234
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,984
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1910
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,300
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,994
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
3,920
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$249,900
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,788 Sq Ft
- 92 Schiller St
- New 22 days ago
***ATTENTION INVESTORS AND LIVE IN LANDLORDS***MOTIVATED SELLER * PRICE JUST REDUCED***THIS 3 BEDROOM 1 AND 1/2 BATH SINGLE FAMILY HOME CAN BE SOLD AS A PACKAGE WITH 88 SCHILLER STREET-MLS#B1620647 WHICH IS A THREE FAMILY HOME. ***BOTH OF THESE PROPERTIES HAVE BEEN COMPLETELY REMODELED AND RENOVATED.***NO ONE HAS LIVED IN THIS HOME OR ANY OF THE APARTMENTS IN 88 SCHILLER SINCE THEY HAVE BEEN
Anthony Gawron WNY Metro Roberts Realty
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$40,000
- Land
- 3,850 Sq Ft Lot
- 51 Brownell St
- New 5 days ago
2 Adjacent lot. Must be sold together. 55 Brownell included with sale. SBL 140200-112-320-0001-031-000. Lot size 33 x 115. Must be sold together.
Frank Pietrangeli Hooper Realty
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$128,900
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,424 Sq Ft
- 73 Quincy St
- New 5 days ago
Welcome to 73 Quincy Street —This well-maintained single-family property features 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, a large living and dining area. The home sits on a quiet residential block with easy access to I-90, downtown and Walden Shopping Plaza. Lower-level floor features a spacious living room & formal dining room, large front windows. Eat-in kitchen w/lots of cabinets and appliances incl.
Abubakar Mohamed Towne Housing Real Estate
Homes for Rent
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$1,250 per month
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 2,003 Sq Ft
- 749 S Ogden St
- Unit Upper
- Buffalo, NY
This is the apartment you've been looking for. 3 bedrooms right off of the cozy living area. 1 bath. It is located in South Buffalo area, specifically within the Kaisertown neighborhood. Minutes away from I90/190 thruway entrance, so you can get where you're going with ease. The property is also on a bus route. No smoking, Pets negotiable based on size.
Eileen Messing WNY Metro Roberts Realty
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$1,200 per month
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 2,160 Sq Ft
- 2019 Broadway St
- Buffalo, NY
Step into this beautifully renovated upper-floor apartment featuring a bright, open-concept layout that blends comfort and style. This modern home offers 2 spacious bedrooms, 1 full bathroom, and a contemporary kitchen that flows effortlessly into the cozy living area—perfect for entertaining or relaxing after a long day.Enjoy large windows that fill the space with natural light, sleek
Shirajum Monira Keller Williams Realty WNY
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$1,750 per month
- 5 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 2,020 Sq Ft
- 54 Brownell St
- Buffalo, NY
Welcome to 54 Brownell Street in Buffalo, NY! This is a beautiful 5 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom house for rent. That's correct a 5 bedroom house with 2,000 square feet of living space! When you first enter the house you are welcomed into the living room area which is spacious and has plenty of natural light with beautiful flooring! Past the living room is the kitchen which has plenty of cabinet space,
Lizette Moran Red Door Real Estate WNY LLC
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,226
Median Age
36
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$40,076
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$57,646
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
86''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
58
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
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Placed between the city and the suburbs, with the lifestyle and amenities of both
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A Buffalo neighborhood with a strong and celebrated Irish heritage
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A small village offering a quiet refuge in eastern Buffalo
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