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Growing in diversity of all kinds
West Side is on a roll with increased walkability, investment in small businesses and housing rehabilitation. "It's a great place to live, and plenty of diversity exists. Not just with race and ethnicity, but diversity in age, language, dress, opinion and lifestyle," says Mary Schaefer, the director of operations for West Side Community Services. Public parks add to the area's appeal, as does its proximity to downtown Buffalo and Niagara Falls. A large part of the neighborhood's charm exists in its colorful collection of small businesses and community organizations, including a "cluster of community gardens in empty lots throughout the residential streets," Schaefer notes. West Side is lively and quirky and has brought an increase in young renters and buyers over the past ten years.
Becoming a hub for eating local
Small markets for quick grocery trips are around. Still, for national grocers and familiar retailers, residents must head a few miles from the city to the shopping plazas and malls of Elmwood or Cheektowaga. The Left Bank is the neighborhood's premier dining location, serving Italian and global cuisine in a white tablecloth setting for over 30 years. Five Points Bakery and Butter Block are bakeries that share an intersection and compete for the attention of passer-byers on the street, with mouthwatering aromas luring customers in. Shaefer notes, "West Side Bazaar is just north of the neighborhood and is a non-profit organization that holds space for local restaurants and small businesses" to get their feet wet in the community.
An involved community
Residents can count on various year-round community events, including picnics, outdoor festivals and civic engagements. "The area is very friendly to refugees and there are a few programs that work to help resettle them in West Side and get them involved with the neighborhood," Schaefer says. In addition, Kleinhans Music Hall, designated as a historic landmark and home to the award-winning Buffalo Philharmonic Orchestra, is conveniently located within the neighborhood.
Colorful homes and investment opportunities
Although 75% of the residents in West Side are renters, the area is a superb destination for those looking to set down roots and own. Schaefer states, "There are a lot of multi-unit houses with split floors and big front porches. They certainly aren't cookie-cutter though, and they vary in color, style and architecture." Investment opportunities are plentiful, and buyers can find homes between $150,000 and $340,000. A few outliers are on either side, like small bungalows needing love or large historic mansions that have been perfectly preserved for over 100 years, reaching upwards of $475,000. The narrow Victorian homes sell quickly, usually lasting only three weeks on the market. "Within the last ten years, there has been a big decrease in empty properties," Schaefer says.
A surprising amount of green space in a major city
The most extensive park in the area, Ralph Wilson Park, "Is undergoing a massive renovation and is set to reopen in the coming years," Schaefer informs. It's the busiest spot in the area on warm summer days, home to baseball diamonds, a dog park, a skatepark and a pool. While the park is undergoing renovations, residents can stretch their legs on the walking trails and soccer fields at Front Park or play a game of tennis on the provided courts. Living along the Niagara River has its perks, one of which is easy access to the Empire State Trail, a paved walking and biking trail that stretches over 750 miles throughout New York state up to the Canadian border.
No need for a bus with schools so close
Dr. Antonia Pantoja Community School is in the neighborhood and walkable for most students. The institution serves pre-k through 8th grade and is rated a C-minus by Niche. High Schoolers are likely to attend Leonardo Da Vinci High School, which receives a high grade of A-minus. The school not only has the highest level of diversity but holds a low student-teacher ratio of 10 to 1.
Digging cars out of the snow
Because the houses sit tightly together, driveways and off-street parking are rare. And with upwards of 15 feet of snow every winter, street parking can be a struggle. Fortunately for residents, the area is very walkable, and "It's the kind of place where if your car does get stuck in a blizzard, strangers will help you push it out," Schaefer says. The Peace Bridge takes off from West Side, leading to Canada across the Niagara River. The Buffalo Metro Rail leads northeast, stopping at 16 stations, and Buffalo Niagara International Airport is less than 10 miles away.
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West Side Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Side, Buffalo sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in West Side, Buffalo over the last 12 months is $280,000, up 29% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Open House Saturday April 11th 1-3pm. This 3-unit plus storefront property is a very lucrative investment with multiple income streams raking in a total of $4715.00 per month. Prime location near D'Youville University, Buffalo Armory and the Peace Bridge just minutes from the Canadian border. Beautiful hardwood floors. Additional perks include a rented garage, stainless steel appliances that
Experience the best of Buffalo's "Hottest Housing Market" in this expansive West Side gem, offering over four floors of versatile living space and incredible primary suite features. The main level welcomes you with a grand foyer and striking open sightlines leading through elegant French doors into a massive living room, formal dining area, and an eat-in kitchen with double-door access to a large
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Light-filled 2-bedroom apartment with office space and porch. Heat and electric included in the rent. Located in the Fargo neighborhood just one block from D'Youville University, near Allentown and the Buffalo Medical Campus, and only 1.5 miles from Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences and Roswell Park. Local landlord is attentive to maintenance needs. Laundry on-site. Pets
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