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Suburbia in western New York
Kenilworth’s suburban sprawl lies adjacent to Niagara Falls Boulevard, branching westward off the road in western New York. Its variety of mid-century homes offer a quiet retreat from the busier areas in the region, but residents aren’t far from grabbing a bite, going shopping or getting outdoors. “Kenilworth is the southern part of town and runs right along Kenmore Avenue,” says Trey McDermid, an associate broker with Gurney Becker & Bourne. “There’s a lower cost of homes, smaller neighborhoods and similar amenities. You’re a little bit closer to the city, so the commute is shorter.” Almost entirely residential, Kenilworth is also close to multiple interstates for driving convenience.
Mid-century homes lining residential streets
Post-war, mid-century homes primarily populate Kenilworth. Ranches, Cape Cods and some colonials, along with the occasional Tudor or bungalow, are the most common housing styles found in the neighborhood. “Houses here are generally a little smaller, and there’s some multi-units as well,” McDermid says. “There’s a lot of houses that have first-floor bedrooms, even if they also have one or two upstairs.” Brick and siding are the most common exteriors, and most of the properties include front and back lawns and driveways. These driveways can be on the longer side, with sidewalks paralleling the streets crossing them farther up towards the house. Pricing for single-family Kenilworth homes typically falls between $200,000 and $300,000, though a number of properties have sold in the $100,000s as well. “The Town of Tonawanda requires that testing be done on all the houses for proper drainage,” McDermid says, “so homebuyers do get a bit of protection there.” The CAP crime score for Kenilworth is a 3 out of a possible 10, ranking it below the national average of 4.
The crime score in Kenilworth is 3, so lower than the national average of 4.
The median year built for homes in Kenilworth is 1950.
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School athletics take to the ice
Ben Franklin Elementary School and Ben Franklin Middle School are connected to each other. Students can attend the elementary section from kindergarten through fourth grade, while fifth through seventh grades are held at the middle school. Both receive B-minus grades from Niche. Kenmore East Senior High School receives Franklin graduates for eighth through 12th grades, garnering a B grade from Niche. Kenmore East’s learning center helps assist students by way of tutoring, supplies and more, while the school’s athletic teams include ice hockey squads.
The home of the Kenmore East Bulldogs is just north of Kenilworth.
The public football field at Lincoln Park near Kenilworth can also be used for soccer.
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Nearby parks with splash pads and sports fields
On the eastern side of the neighborhood, Kenilworth Park offers spots to cool off in the summer months with its splash pad, expend energy via the playground or play pickup games on a large, open space, which has a backstop in place for baseball games. Lincoln Park is immediately north of the neighborhood and has multiple baseball fields and pools. Portions of the Tonawanda Rails to Trails path run along the western side of Kenilworth on Center Avenue. The trail accommodates walkers, joggers and cyclists, and also connects to Minnesota Linear Park just south. “There’s access to all the town’s parks and swimming pools and golf courses,” McDermid says.
Lincoln Park near Kenilworth has a public pool as well.
Lincoln Park near Kenilworth has plenty of trails with shaded playgrounds.
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Nearby thoroughfares lined with dining
Niagara Falls Boulevard comprises the eastern edge of Kenilworth, doubly serving as a commercial center only a mile’s walk from the opposite side of the neighborhood. “The area is definitely more residential, but you can go onto the main streets and you’ll see more bars and restaurants,” McDermid says. 546 Yakitori & Donburi’s Japanese fare can be found on the boulevard, as can Saigon Bangkok’s menu of Vietnamese food. Kenmore Avenue runs along the south of Kenilworth, and along it Akis Restaurant, formerly Vasilis en Lefko, serves breakfast. Bills fans can stop into the nearby Neighbors Pub to catch games. The Howling Rooster Restaurant & Bar, just west, and a number of local and national stops southeast along Route 5 are also nearby. A Tops Friendly Markets location and Lowe’s are among larger stores near Kenilworth.
Andersons Frozen Custard in Kenilworth was founded in 1946 by children of a Swedish Immigrant.
Yakitori & Donburi in Kenilworth serves authentic Japanese cuisine.
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Locals flock to Kenmore Days
Kenilworth’s proximity to Kenmore means residents are never far from participating in the longstanding “Kenmore Days” tradition. The festivals, which have endured for about 50 years, have a carnival atmosphere. They’re centered around Mang Park, which sits only about three miles west of Kenilworth, and attendees can enjoy live music, movie showings, drinks and more. “They’ve got Kenmore Days, and you’ve got parades and events every weekend across western New York,” McDermid says. “You can find one every weekend, be it in the town of Tonawanda or the city of Tonawanda.” Usually held every June, the event has also incorporated a local farmers market and fireworks display into its three-day run as well.
Kenilworth is mostly residential with some retail around it.
Almost 80 percent of Kenilworth residents own their home.
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Access to a trio of interstates
Kenilworth residents are less than four miles from three interchanges that provide access to Interstates 290 and 190. “You can get anywhere within 30 miles in 30 minutes,” McDermid says. “People go into Kenmore to eat or onto Hertel, which is a good food and dining spot, all within seven to 10 minutes. It’s not hard to get to.” Interstate 90 is also close by, connecting the area across the state with towns like Albany and Syracuse. NFTA Metro buses make their way along Kenmore Avenue to the south and Niagara Falls Boulevard to the east. Kenilworth is also just under eight miles north of downtown Buffalo, making for a quick commute to more dining and shopping options.
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Parks in this Area
Templeton Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Walking Paths
Tonawanda Town-Parks & Recreat
Kenilworth Park
Lindbergh Playground
Ellwood Park
Minnesota Linear Park
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Walking Paths
Lincoln Park
Transit
Airport
Buffalo Niagara International
15 min drive
Bus
Kenmore Ave & Englewood Ave
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Niagara Falls Blvd & Ford Ave
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Kenmore Ave & Fairfield Ave
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465 Kenmore Ave
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Niagara Falls Blvd & Paige Ave
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Kenmore Ave & Wendel Ave
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Kenmore Ave & Grandview Ave
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Kenilworth
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Kenilworth Demographics and Home Trends
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
4,779
Median Age
41
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$74,881
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$83,571
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.7%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
32.7%
Advanced Degrees
9.7%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
68.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
35''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
82°F
Annual Snowfall
67''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
46/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
52/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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