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North Delaware

North Delaware

Neighborhood in Buffalo, New York

Erie County 14216
$250,784 Average Value
$416 Average Price per Sq Ft
3 Homes For Sale

Hertel Avenue cheers on the Buffalo Bills

Just south of Kenmore, North Delaware is a prominent urban neighborhood with a big personality. It's right by Tops Elmwood Plaza and, although the attractions of Buffalo's lively downtown are just 6 miles away, locals have the hubbub of Hertel Avenue within walking distance. They can be seen enjoying family-owned restaurants like Kostas, watching Buffalo Bills games at the bars or grocery shopping at one of the organic markets on Hertel Avenue. Jutting through the neighborhood is Delaware Avenue that leads to Delaware Park, an ideal place to walk around the zoo, ride a bike or golf, just under 3 miles from home.

It's time to decorate the balcony

In North Delaware, many residences feature balconies or porches and lack driveways, so parallel parking is unavoidable. Homes were often built around the mid-1920s on lots with 3,400 square feet of space, now priced around $250,000 to about $315,000."It's not far from University at Buffalo," says Maureen Flavin, a Realtor with Howard Hanna, who has 32 years of experience. "So, some students live in the area, but it's mostly local families who have moved farther north." Homes sell within 38 days on average and, as new businesses pop up along Hertel Avenue, prices continue to climb.

Hertel Avenue's restaurants, breweries and antique shops

Close by, Tops Elmwood Plaza has fast food chains, a movie theater and the local Target. For retail, locals walk over to the Hertel strip, home to record stores, antique shops, breweries and family-owned restaurants. "It's definitely a happening area, so parking can be a nightmare," Flavin says. "You'll need a reservation at most restaurants on Hertel." Along this busy main strip, neighborhood staples like Lake Effect Ice Cream, Spot Coffee and Kostas Family Restaurant draw crowds. Tote-bag-clad locals peruse Lexington Cooperative Market and Dash's Market for organic and vegan produce, or they dine out at Clay Handi, a Pakistani restaurant near Delaware Avenue. Big brands are located at the expansive Walden Galleria Mall, approximately 10 miles away via NY-33.

Italian heritage, art museums and cherry blossoms

The Japanese Gardens near North Delaware attract many visitors during peak Cherry Blossom season and Hertel Avenue's Italian Heritage Festival in July is considered one of the largest street festivals in the country. Situated near Delaware Park is Buffalo AKG Art Museum, the sixth-oldest public art institution in the United States. "People all over the world come for the art museum. I think it is one of the finest art museums in the country," Flavin says. "The place is so nice and well-known that wedding parties constantly go there for pictures."

School bus delays and gardening days

Buffalo Public Schools have varying Niche scores. While there is a critical shortage of bus drivers, most schools are within a mile or two from home. North Delaware's youngest in prekindergarten through eighth grade may attend PS 81, with a student-teacher ratio of 12-to-1 and a C Niche score. Alternatively, North Park Community School #50 earns a 4 out of 10 from Great Schools. PS 305 McKinley High School's campus hosts a greenhouse and earns a score of B-minus by Niche. University at Buffalo's South Campus is 4 miles away on Hertel Avenue

Lions, tigers and bears, oh my

Within a few miles are Tyler Street's Community Garden and pet-friendly Mang Park. However, Delaware Park steals the spotlight, just over 2 miles away. The expansive park was designed by Frederick Law Olmstead, the same famed architect behind New York City's Central Park. It features an 18-hole public golf course, the Buffalo Zoo and various sports fields. Hoyt Lake is used for ice skating in the winter, and a mile long loop around the park makes for a scenic walk or bike ride all year round. North Delaware residents can enjoy the North Buffalo Ice Rink on Tacoma Avenue when Hoyt Lake isn't frozen over and, 7 miles away, partake in the riverfront activities along the Niagara River in the warmer months.

On foot and by bike in North Delaware

The neighborhood is highly walkable and bike-friendly, with multiple bike rentals around town. The NFTA-Metro bus runs from North Delaware to busy Hertel Avenue. "There are no real traffic jams even though roads like Delaware Avenue link everywhere," Flavin says. The closest airport is Buffalo Niagara International Airport, 10 miles away, and for immediate medical care, Veteran's Hospital is 4 miles down Hertel Avenue.
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Agents Specializing in this Area

  • Jerry Thompson

    Jerry Thompson

    Century 21 North East

    (716) 687-0473

    336 Total Sales

    1 in North Delaware

    $261,000 Price

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  • Liz Wilbert

    Liz Wilbert

    Responds Quickly

    Howard Hanna WNY Inc.

    (716) 235-2884

    83 Total Sales

    1 in North Delaware

    $159,900 Price

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  • Musa Alamari

    Musa Alamari

    Howard Hanna WNY Inc.

    (716) 403-2842

    158 Total Sales

    3 in North Delaware

    $1,025,000 Price Range

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  • Rosalind Burgin

    Rosalind Burgin

    Mootry Murphy & Burgin Realty Group LLC

    (716) 671-3681

    89 Total Sales

    2 in North Delaware

    $170K - $341K Price Range

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  • Bonnie FitzGerald

    Bonnie FitzGerald

    Howard Hanna WNY Inc.

    (716) 589-4977

    77 Total Sales

    1 in North Delaware

    $159,900 Price

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  • Diane Porter

    Diane Porter

    MJ Peterson Real Estate Inc.

    (716) 403-4089

    19 Total Sales

    1 in North Delaware

    $335,000 Price

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Buffalo Niagara International

21 min drive

Bus

Hertel Ave & K Mart

Bus

Delaware Ave & Tacoma Ave

Bus

Delaware Ave & Hertel Ave

Bus

Elmwood Ave & Kenmore Ave

Bus

Delaware Ave & Villa Ave

Bus

Delaware Ave & Linden Ave

Bus

Hertel Ave & Value Plaza

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime North Delaware US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

North Delaware Demographics and Home Trends

On average, homes in North Delaware, Buffalo sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in North Delaware, Buffalo over the last 12 months is $1,800,000, up 362% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$994,000
Median Sale Price
$1,800,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,800,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$562,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$1,189,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
362%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$416

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
513
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Median Year Built
1926
Months of Supply
3.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,313
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,209
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value

Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
1,974
Median Age
38
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$60,828
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,393

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.4%
College Graduates
43.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15%
% Population in Labor Force
76.3%
Above 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

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

49 / 100

Very Walkable

Walk Score®

72 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

46 / 100
Source: Walk Score
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