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From steel manufacturing to a busy residential community in South Buffalo
Now a busy residential South Buffalo community in proximity to schools, parks and a load of local eateries, Lackawanna was once a prominent region for steel manufacturing in the 20th century. In fact, the town's existence was made possible in no small part to the Lackawanna Steel Company, which still stands as a historical landmark on the community's southside. "Lackawanna is really representative of the totality of Western New York. You've got these first and second outer ring suburbs that primarily were lower income that, over the last eight to 10 years, have really flourished," says local Real Estate Broker Kenneth Smith of Buffalo First Realty Group, who lives in Buffalo and has over a decade of real estate experience. "It's a good, working-class community that has a decent police force and safety presence."
The median home sold price in Lackawanna is $235,000.
Lackawanna has been established in 1909.
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Architectural variety from Colonials to American Foursquares
Lackawanna's loosely gridded streets feature a wide selection of older homes — some of which were constructed well over a century ago. Colonials and Craftsman-style homes are common in Lackawanna, though American Foursquares and ranch homes with hipped roofs are also present. A smaller, older home can price from $100,000 to $200,000 while newer properties with five bedrooms can top out around $300,000. The housing market in Lackawanna is relatively competitive with many homes selling within three to four weeks of their initial listing. "It's one of the last remaining Buffalo communities that truly is affordable," Smith says. "Ken-Ton, Amherst, Williamsville — those areas are extremely hard to get into. Lots of people look at Lackawanna and see what the real estate is priced at, and it's a no-brainer for them."
Pricing for homes in Lackawanna has slightly increased by about 2 percent.
Lackawanna is currently a sellers market which usually leads to sale prices over asking price.
Lots in Lackawanna typically allow for decent front and backyards.
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Watch the big game at Jokers
For groceries, locals often travel to Save A Lot off of Abbott Road, though the Wegmans off Orchard Park Road is another staple for its wide selection of fresh meats and produce. Additional shopping options can be found 2 miles to the south at McKinley Mall, containing boutiques and various retail shops. Stationed on Electric Avenue, Jokers is a local hot spot to grab a beer and catch the big game after work. Residents also frequent Mulberry Italian Ristorante on Jackson Avenue for its signature pasta entrees. A smorgasbord of restaurants and pubs can be found along Abbott Road as well, including Pat's Submarines and Steel City Pub.
Mulberry Italian Restaurant is one of the highest rated places to eat in Lackawanna.
Jokers is a local favorite to watch sport games.
Lifestyle in Lackawanna often resolves about water activities including fishing.
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Multiple parks offer different recreation opportunities
After school, kids often head to Veterans Stadium off South Park Avenue to play sports on the open field while locals visit Ralph J. Galanti Park to enjoy its green space and walking trail along Smoke Creek. A quick drive northeast is the bustling Cazenovia Park, which contains a playground and multiple sports fields and serves as the site for the weekly South Buffalo Farmers Market, which operates every Sunday from June to September. The Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens is also nearby, distinguishable by its 67-foot-tall glass dome sheltering its array of exotic plants from the sun. Residents can also book a weekend tee time at South Park Golf Course, situated on the garden's grounds.
This bike park is just a few minutes from Lackawanna.
There are also plenty of hiking trails at Tifft Nature Preserve near Lackawanna.
Dorrance Park in Lackawanna has a playground and basketball.
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Schools in the Lackwanna City School District
Students go to schools under the Lackawanna City School District umbrella. Children from prekindergarten to Grade 1 may go to Truman Elementary School, which earns an overall grade of B-minus from Niche, before moving on to the C-minus-graded Martin Road Elementary School from Grade 2 through Grade 5. Kids can begin sixth grade at Lackawanna Middle School, also earning a C-minus Niche grade, which feeds into Lackawanna High School. With a C-plus grade from Niche, the high school offers a wide selection of after-school clubs and organizations, as well as a competitive athletics program.
Lackawanna High School shares a building with the Lackawanna Middle School.
Lackawanna Middle School has student teacher ratio of 9 to 1.
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Public transport score of Lackawanna is rated at 27 out of 100.
Easy access to Hamburg Turnpike
Lackawanna is somewhat walkable, though residents typically opt to get around by car. The community offers good road and highway access with Hamburg Turnpike cutting through the west and the New York State Thruway running along the east side. Locals can also travel on the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority bus, which includes several stops along Abbott Road.
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