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Striking architecture and vibrant night life in Buffalo's southside
In proximity to good schools, parks and a whole lot of great eats, South Abbott is an increasingly attractive neighborhood pocketed in Buffalo's southside. With a long history of Irish influence, South Abbott features a different pub on seemingly every corner and serves as a growing destination for its nightlife and walkability.
South Abbott is mostly residential with some retail located on Abbott Road.
Our Lady of Victory Basilica on the north west corner of South Abbott was built in 1926.
Most of the homes in South Abbott are modestly sized.
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Colonial and Craftsman-style houses sit on narrow, tree-lined streets
South Abbott's narrow, tree-lined streets primarily incorporate homes built in the early 20th century and feature an array of architectural styles from colonials and Craftsman-styles to brick ranch homes and American Foursquares. A smaller home around 1,000 square feet can price between $150,000 and $225,000 while larger properties containing several bedrooms often range from $250,000 to upwards of $300,000. The housing market in South Abbott is extremely competitive with many homes selling within a week. "You can't buy a house on McKinley Parkway. They get passed down from generation to generation. But once one goes up, it's multiple offers in a day," says local Broker Jason Jurek of Own NY Real Estate, who operates specifically in the Buffalo area. "There's no commercial space on McKinley at all. It's 100% residential aside from a couple of churches, but that's the place where everybody wants to be."
You can find many brick style homes in South Abbott.
Median home sold prices currently hover over $200,000 in South Abbott.
Housing density in South Abbott allows for modestly sized backyards.
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Shop and dine on Abbott Road
Groceries are a short trip away for South Abbott residents. Locals often travel a mile east and visit the neighborhood Wegmans for fresh fruits and veggies while Aldi, stationed just down the street, offers additional daily essentials. Other shopping options can be found 4 miles to the south at McKinley Mall, which contains boutiques, restaurants and a movie theater. Comic book lovers will be on cloud nine with Empire Comics stationed on Abbott Road. South Abbott residents have a wealth of food options minutes from their doorstep — especially for lovers of Italian cuisine. Brick Oven Bistro is a neighborhood favorite for its specialty pizzas and sandwiches. Just down the street on Abbott Road is Imperial Pizza, where locals can enjoy a slice and a cold beer while catching the big game. Ko-Ed Candies is another community staple, offering homemade chocolate and candies for over 75 years.
Brick Oven Bistro in South Abbott has a usually nicely shaded patio on the left.
If you are looking for dessert, Ko-Ed Candies near South Abbott has amazing chocolates.
Imperial Pizza in South Abbott has a bar and restaurant area.
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Schools in the Buffalo Public School District
South Abbott students go to schools under the Buffalo Public Schools umbrella. Children from prekindergarten to Grade 8 may attend Discovery School, which earns an overall grade of B-minus from Niche, off Abbott Road. Teens can go to South Park High School off Southside Parkway. Also earning a Niche grade of B-minus, the high school offers a myriad of after-school extracurriculars from a competitive athletics program to an art club.
The student teacher ratio at Notre Dame Academy in South Abbott is 19 to 1.
Discovery School P.S. 67 in South Abbott serves 540 students from PreK through 8th grade.
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Basketball, botanical gardens, and basilicas
Kids flock to Dorrance Park after school to play basketball on the outdoor court while the Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens sit a mile to the west — a popular area attraction thanks to its wide range of flora and enormous, 67-foot-tall dome. History buffs can also take in the beauty of Our Lady of Victory Basilica off South Park Avenue. Cazenovia Park is a hot spot during the year's warmer months. The park contains a splash pad and hosts the weekly South Buffalo Farmers Market every Sunday from June through September.
Botanical Gardens is one of the main attractions in South Abbott year-round.
This beautiful creek is the first thing you see when you go from South Abbott to Cazenovia Park.
You can also find all kind of sport courts in South Abbott, most of them in Cazenovia Park.
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Walkable neighborhood with several bus stops
South Abbott is walkable, though residents will need a car if they work in the city. Locals can also get around on the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority bus, which includes several stops throughout the neighborhood. "You're at the direct center between Abbott and South Park, and both are walkable," Jurek says. "The streets are only about a half-mile between the two, so just a half-mile in either direction, you've got everything you need."
There are bus lines going along Abbott Road in South Abbott.
South Abbott is located just south of Cazenovia Park that offers all kind of outdoor activities.
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On average, homes in South Abbott, Buffalo sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in South Abbott, Buffalo over the last 12 months is $261,250, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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