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Eateries and meaderies unique to Seneca Babcock
In South Buffalo and Erie County, Seneca Babcock’s residential streets still resemble its industrial days. Converted buildings, like the Niagara Frontier Food Terminal at Babcock’s northern edge, provide new amenities like meaderies, cideries and local produce. This transformation from industrial to residential is not unique to Seneca Babcock; it’s a growing movement across all of South Buffalo.
Seneca Babcock features many artful murals scattered throughout the neighborhood.
The Foodtruck Tuesdays festival near Seneca Babcock is one of the best events of the summer.
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From Industrial to Residential
Lining narrow, bumpy sidewalks are two-story shotguns with pitched roofs. Most are painted white and provide a second-story balcony decorated with plants and a sitting area. Some feature dormer windows and white picket fences. Home prices have been gradually increasing, with current properties selling anywhere from $100,000 and $150,000. “The neighborhood is growing in such a positive way,” says Maureen Flavin, a Realtor with Howard Hanna, who has 32 years of experience in Buffalo. “Every day, there’s an industrial building being turned into a lofty apartment or a restaurant. It’s providing more housing and walkable amenities for the community.”
Seneca Babcock's housing options include mid-century modern homes.
Seneca Babcock ensures there is a home for a every kind of buyer.
Diverse housing styles in Seneca Babcock cater to buyers with different tastes.
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Houghton Academy in Seneca Babcock is committed to academic excellence.
Mental health counseling for Buffalo Public School students
For Buffalo Public School’s youngest can attend kindergarten through eighth grade at P.S. 69 Houghton Academy or P.S. 93 Southside Elementary School. Both share a C Niche Score and are less than 2 miles away. P.S. 206 South Park High School is 2 miles away, has a rating of B by Niche and an after-school program that offers stress management and volunteering opportunities.
Buffalo's amenities around Seneca Babcock
With the expansive Buffalo River at Seneca’s front door and many former industrial facilities that have been repurposed as green spaces, locals have a lot of outdoor recreations to choose from. There are many parks, like Red Jacket River Front Park off South Park Avenue, Tifft Nature Preserve, Buffalo Harbor State Park, and Tyler Likos Memorial Park that border Seneca Babcock. Franczyk Park is also a notable pocket park off New Babcock Street. Nearby indoor consists of Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino and Helium Comedy Club and Pocketeer Billiards on Clinton Street.
Weekday night often attract large crowds to Larkin Square near Seneca Babcock.
There is also a pickleball court at Larkin Square near Seneca Babcock.
Seneca Babcock offers a strong sense of community through local shops and retail options.
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Beer gardens, bakeries, and Clinton Bailey Farmers Market
Less than a mile away, Mazurek's Bakery is known for its Polish rye bread and down Seneca Street, locals enjoy Italian at Chef’s Restaurant, established in 1923. About a mile down from Chef’s, Larkin Square offers Swan Street Diner and Hydraulic Hearth, a beer garden with an artsy, interactive phone booth outside. “It’s within a short drive or bike ride to Canalside, which has tons of old silos and restaurants,” Flavin says. “Southern Tier has a giant screen that plays Buffalo Bills games.” Sahlen Field, home to the Buffalo Bisons minor league baseball team, is just two blocks away. Currently, Tops Friendly Market off South Park Avenue is the only major grocery store in the area. However, Clinton Bailey Farmers Market is just a mile away at Niagara Frontier Food Terminal.
The Portobello Bacon Swiss omelette at Swan Street Diner is fantastic.
Swan Street Diner has amazing breakfast and lunch fare.
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Iconic Buffalo attractions
There are plenty of attractions for locals and tourists to enjoy, such as taking a selfie with the shark girl statue near the ice rink on Marine Drive, along with riding the Buffalo Heritage Carousel a few blocks down. Driving north for 9 miles, Delaware Park is home to The Buffalo Zoo and Buffalo’s History Museum and for live music lovers, KeyBank Center is a 5-mile commute. “There’s always some big headliner, like Elton John and Mick Jagger,” Flavin says. The city also hosts large festivals, as July brings the Taste of Buffalo, the largest outdoor festival in the nation that attracts thousands.
Houghton Park is a hidden gem within Seneca Babcock offering a peaceful escape.
Seneca Babcock offers a bustling retail scene with many shops and dining optinos.
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Getting around Seneca Babcock and beyond
Public bus transit is provided by Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA). Interstate 90 runs straight through Seneca, heading to Niagara Falls and the Canadian border and Seneca Street (NY 16) runs roughly southeastward from downtown. Farther north, Clinton Street (NY 354) touches the northern boundary of Seneca-Babcock.
Residents of Seneca Babcock enjoy taking a leisurely stroll through Houghton Park.
Important to Know
In 2022, a mass casualty hate crime at Tops Friendly Supermarket deeply impacted not just Seneca Babcock but the entire state. In response, The New York State Legislature passed laws banning semi-automatic sales to most people under 21. “When this happened, it was the only grocery store in the area,” Flavin says. “So, when it closed, many were out of food. The community came together and donated a ton of food. It was a difficult time, but the community effort was astounding.”
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Crime and Safety
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Seneca Babcock
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Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
6
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
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4
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Seneca Babcock Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Seneca Babcock, Buffalo sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Seneca Babcock, Buffalo over the last 12 months is $150,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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