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Clarence has a country feel close to Buffalo
Founded in 1808, Clarence is Erie County’s first township. The community sits on the border between farmland and winding suburban streets. Residents settle in the town for its open spaces and proximity to Buffalo, 22 miles away, and other cities. “It’s the fancy suburb of Buffalo where everyone wants to be,” says James Klossner, an associate broker with Whitetail Properties Real Estate LLC. Klossner has worked in the industry for 5 years. “They get that country living feeling outside of Buffalo.” Clarence is made up of hamlets like Clarence Center and Wolcottsburg. Wetlands and outdoor recreation surround the landscape. The area also has a Main Street with sidewalks and restaurants, and the town is bordered by state Route 78, which is lined with strip malls and eateries. “Clarence is spreading out into the Akron area now, so it's expanding,” says Klossner.
A mural depicting the history of Clarence adorns the facade of The Hollow Bar & Bistro.
Ranch-style homes are one of the many housing types available in Clarence.
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Homes on winding roadways with large lots
Homes are along winding roadways surrounded by mature maple and ash trees with large lots; some homes are lined with narrow sidewalks, while others sit on stretches of farmland. “The biggest thing you have to watch out for is that there are lots of wetlands; it's becoming exceedingly more difficult to build,” says Klossner. If owners wish to expand or build onto wetlands, they must have a permit. Residences in more rural areas may have a septic system, but most homes have access to public water. National, New Traditional and Colonial Revival are common styles. Prices range from $150,000 to $950,000, and larger homes range from $1.1 million to $1.8 million.
Clarence neighborhoods have beautiful brick homes with attached garages.
New traditional homes on large lots can be found in Clarence, NY.
Families settling down in Clarence may be interested in the Colonial Revival options available.
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Sports fields and courts at town parks
The Main Street Town Park is 90 acres of recreation for all seasons, from tennis and volleyball in the summer to sledding and ice skating in the winter. The park also has a town pool open from June through August. Farther down Main Street is Parker Commons, an open field with a playground and tennis courts. Near Clarence Center, Town Place Park is a sprawling 52-acre stretch of greenery with a playground, a pond for fishing and sports fields and courts. The town also has a paved 6.1-mile bike trail that was an old rail line and now takes cyclists and hikers along a scenic journey through Clarence’s neighborhoods. Part of the path passes by Meadowlakes Park, a 25-acre manicured area with a paved walking path near baseball fields and a soccer field. There are also playgrounds and covered picnic tables.
Children in Clarence love to play on the playground equipment at Town Place Park.
Take a stroll across the bridge and along the walking paths at Main Street Town Park.
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Commuters use Interstates to reach nearby cities
Using Interstate 90, downtown Buffalo is 22 miles from Clarence, and Fort Erie, Ontario, Canada, is 26 miles, just across the Peace Bridge. Using Interstate 190, Niagara Falls is 28 miles away, and Toronto, Canada, is 112 miles, over 2 hours from Clarence. Catholic Health Sisters of Charity Hospital, St. Joseph Campus, is 14 miles away, and the Buffalo Niagara International Airport is 9 miles away. Houses of worship such as Our Lady of Peace Roman Catholic Church and Fieldstone Church are near Main Street.
The Buffalo Niagara International Airport is located just a short trip from Clarence.
Our Lady of Peace Roman Catholic Church welcomes practitioners in Clarence, NY.
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Students attend highly rated schools
Clarence Central School District, which gets an A from Niche, serves the area. The school district has four elementary schools, including Clarence Center Elementary, which gets an A-minus. Clarence Middle and Clarence High both get an A. High school students may participate in clubs and activities such as dance, drama and marching band.
Clarence Center Elementary School has an overall A- grade on Niche.
Clarence Middle School is ranked the fifth best public middle school in the Buffalo area.
Clarence Senior High School has an overall A grade on Niche.
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Shopping and dining on Main Street and Route 78
Morluski's serves Polish and Italian comfort food in a converted historic church. Asa Ransom House, a 1853 bed and breakfast offering afternoon tea, is down the street. Dawn’s Candy Shop & Gifts is an old-fashioned candy store along Maple Street with a playful baby blue color-scheme and a variety of chewy candies to sample. Chain restaurants and retailers like Crumbl, Walgreens, Target and Panera Bread line state Route 78. There’s also a Wegmans and a Walmart for groceries.
Enjoy a delicious meal at Asa Ransom House.
Retail options line state Route 78.
The Walmart in Clarence is a convenient stop for all your home good needs and more.
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Fall festival and farmers market in Clarence
In October, the Great Pumpkin Farm, less than a mile from Clarence, holds a Fall Festival on weekends from September through Halloween. The festival has corn and hay mazes and carnival rides. There’s also a bar, bakery and candy store at the farm during the week, and fair food like turkey legs, hot dogs and kettle corn on the weekends. From June through October, the Clarence Hollow Farmers’ Market is open on Saturday, and vendors sell everything from hot meals to artisanal crafts.
The Great Pumpkin Farm in Clarence celebrates pumpkin season with a variety fun activities.
The Market at Bassett Park in Amherst features over 30 vendors, artists and farmers.
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It may be strange to find the Golden Gate Bridge split in half and next to the Statue of Liberty in Harris Hill, a suburb of Clarence, established in 1808 as the first town in Erie County. Though the neighborhood is far from The Golden City, it is home to Patriots and Heroes Park, a memorial for significant United States historical events, such as The Battle of the Bulge and the collapse of the iconic bridge in 1906. Harris Hill is within arm's reach of parks, schools and shopping. “It’s a suburban community, and it’s close to just about everything and high-rated schools,” says Devonte Davis, Realtor with Exp Realty with his own YouTube channel devoted to all things Buffalo.
It is around 4 miles from the Buffalo Niagara International Airport, the third busiest airport in the state, meaning more traffic and sounds of engines, but convenient travel. Harris Hill is 15 miles from Buffalo and 25 miles from Niagara Falls, characterized by rural farmland to its east and the city to its west.
The neighborhood is designed in a grid pattern, with homes woven between parks, schools, major highways and shopping. Some subdivisions are classic suburbia, with brick Colonial and Neo-traditional style homes with window shutters, white mailboxes and lamp posts. Others have cozy Cape Cods and ranch-style homes adorned with big trees, attached garages and driveways. While there aren’t sidewalks, bigger lots make more room for backyard pools, sheds and gardens. With most homes built in the 50s through 70s, prices range from $230,000 for a fixer-upper to over $550,000 for renovated houses.
Harris Hill’s youngest residents may be a part of the Clarence Central School District, with the neighborhood offering two primary schools, including Sheridan Hill Elementary, with an A grade, according to Niche. Harris Hill Elementary School and Clarence Middle School both offer an A rating, while Clarence Senior High School holds an A-minus, according to Niche. High schoolers may apply to specialized programs such as the Academy of Business and Finance or Visual and Performing Arts. Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary School is a private option in the community.
Opening in 1927, Brookfield Country Club is members-only, offering a variety of activities for the entire family. Aside from the velvet greens of its 18-hole course, members enjoy tennis, swimming and various social events. Harris Hill Park is a place for athletes with four tennis courts, three football fields, a shady playground and a picnic gazebo. Thompson Road Park is the place for peaceful hikes along the forested trails and visiting The Clarence Nature Center. It is also less than 5 miles from Amherst State Park and 2 miles from Independent Health Family Branch YMCA, for access to youth and adult programs and an indoor swimming pool.
Situated along Transit Road, residents can handle all their shopping needs at Walmart, Home Depot, T.J. Maxx and Big Lots. Eastern Hills Mall has dozens of retailers ranging from antique stores to upscale boutiques. For a bite to eat and old-fashioned cocktails, Neat’s buffalo statue greets patrons with its outdoor patio, where guests enjoy tapas and signature pizzas. Two Nines Kitchen Bar is a newer addition to the neighborhood, dishing out signature handhelds and Helen’s Kitchen’s friendly ambiance pairs well with their traditional diner classics. Or grab an outdoor table at Bar-Bill North on Main Street.
Residents can check out the latest blockbuster releases at Regal Transit Center or take the kids to have a blast at Epic Sports and Fun Center. Then there’s the Lancaster National Speedway to experience the thrills of NASCAR races. Starting in June, Clarence hosts the Clarence Hollow Farmers’ Market and an Annual Christmas Party at Clarence Town Park, where residents gather along with the Annual Christmas Tree Lighting.
The community benefits from major highways such as Interstate 90, New York 78, and New York 5. “It’s a very much car dependent area,” Davis says. Several medical, dentistry and pediatric services serve as major employers, along with the school system. NFTA operates public transportation with several stops along Transit Road for the Metrobus. It is also 5 miles from Millard Fillmore Suburban Hospital.
Property Mix - Square Feet
Clarence Has More Owners
Rental Home Trends
Number of Homes for Rent
1
Median Rent
$2,300
Median Single Family Home Rent
$4,100
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$5,000
Median Townhouse Rent
$2,300
Median 2 Bedroom Townhouse Rent
$2,300
Demographics
Total Population
34,697
Median Age
47
Population under 18
22%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.9%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$119,706
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$144,572
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98%
College Graduates
54.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
29.6%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
41''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
86''
Area Factors
Fairly friendly
Bike Score®®
40/ 100
Somewhat friendly
Walk Score®®
20/ 100
Not friendly
Transit Score®®
0/ 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic
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