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South Cheektowaga is a residential suburb with Polish roots
Welcome to South “Cheektavegas,” a moniker for Cheektowaga, a large suburban town in Erie County 8 miles from Buffalo. Legend says the nickname derives from the town’s rich Polish heritage, a twin city with Lowicz, Poland. South Cheektowaga is primarily residential, away from the hubbub of Galleria Mall and down the street from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport. It is embraced by its green spaces and recreation, “Between youth sports, family-centered events and teen volunteering programs, we have a very diverse community and offer something for everyone,” says Krystle Feind, Executive Director of Youth & Recreational Services.
South Cheektowaga is a residential pocket, close to natural and modern amenities.
South Cheektowaga lends itself to a quieter lifestyle, while maintaining access to amenities.
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Tree-lined streets with ranch-style and split-level homes
Blooming Dogwoods, carved shrubs and towering Pine trees dot the landscape of South Cheektowaga. Homes are on long, linear lots with sidewalks, many with soundproof windows and doors to mask the sounds of airplanes soaring overhead. And basements are prone to flooding due to Buffalo’s abundant wetlands, so many residents opt for sump pumps and dehumidifiers. Prominent styles include ranch-style, split-level and Neo-traditional houses, attached two-car garages, fenced-in backyards and driveways. Neighborhoods exude a uniform ambiance, with homes painted in muted greys, dark blues and soft tans. Most residences built in the ’60s and ’70s range from $185,000 for a three-bedroom with 850 square feet to $450,000 for homes constructed in 2022.
South Cheektowaga's streets are lined with mature trees.
Some South Cheektowaga homes feature multicar garages.
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Schools offer a variety of clubs and academic programs
The town of Cheektowaga is the second biggest suburb in Buffalo, with a handful of school districts. The youngsters may be zoned for the Cheektowaga Central School District or West Seneca Central School District, hosting Northwood Elementary with a B rating and East Middle with a B-minus, according to Niche. East Middle offers clubs in STEM, gardening and snowboarding. Niche grades West Senior High School a B-plus, with its curriculum centering around nationally acclaimed visual arts, engineering and business academies.
Northwood Elementary is a well rated public school in West Seneca, with about 520 students.
Cheektowaga Middle School is located right next to the associated High School.
Cheektowaga High School is part of the Central School district with multiple schools.
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Summer camps and community activities at neighborhood parks
Several neighborhood parks are within walking distance of homes. Dartwood Park has large grassy fields with two playgrounds, sports courts and a community center. The center hosts summer camps, preschool and yoga classes for some Zen. On Alexander Avenue, the Cheektowaga Youth and Recreation overlooks community activities, organizing swim and skating lessons, volunteer opportunities and craft nights at the library, the town ice rink and the swimming pool. “Our youth hockey program, the Cheektowaga Warriors, is very popular. We summer camp programs, offer a playground rotation in the summer and run all kinds of holiday events,” says Feind. The Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve is characterized by dense Beech-Maple Forest and low-lying wetlands, creating an escape for hiking or skiing.
South Cheektowaga's Dartwood Park features playgrounds and sport fields.
Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve features picnic and grilling areas in Cheektowaga.
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Walden Galleria and local spots offer shopping and dining options
Residents can find everything they need for errands down Transit Road at Walmart, Wegman’s, Target and Tops Market. Lancaster Lanes and Flix Stadium are in that same sphere for some Friday night fun. Then there’s Catalyst Fitness on French Road for a personalized workout. It is under 5 miles from Walden Galleria, with over 190 stores and restaurants; it is the biggest mall in Western New York, flooding with visitors on the weekends and holidays. For a bite to eat, locals rave about Campfire Grill on Walden Avenue, with its outdoorsy inspired diner classics like griddle toast logs, fancy French toast loaded with cream cheese. On the same street, Alton’s Restaurant transports tastebuds with its authentic Mediterranean cuisine. Closer to home is Costanzo’s, known for its homemade rolls and Anderson’s, with old-fashioned milkshakes and custard.
Big box retailers are located minutes away from South Cheektowaga.
The 33 Speakeasy Grill sits north of South Cheektowaga, offering burgers and beer.
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Polish pride on display at local festivals
When snowfall blankets the grounds, residents of Cheektowaga celebrate during WinterFest, where twinkling lights illuminate the community along with live music, ice skating, local vendors and, of course, a visit from Santa. The Cheektowaga Polish-American Arts Festival draws locals to appreciate Polish culture, bringing out traditional folk music, pierogies, and artisan crafters. And Town Park gets festive during the Fourth of July Parade, followed by fireworks.
Commuters have access to several major highways in South Cheektowaga
A car dependent community, its centralized location positions residents near major arteries such as New York State Route 78, New York State Route 240 and New York State Route 277. Significant employers in Cheektowaga include manufacturing, schools, the city and health care systems.
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Crime and Safety
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Assault with Weapon
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South Cheektowaga Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South Cheektowaga, Cheektowaga sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in South Cheektowaga, Cheektowaga over the last 12 months is $250,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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