Why Live in Old Town
Old Town in Tonawanda, bordered by River Road and the Niagara River, offers a unique blend of residential and commercial spaces. The neighborhood is somewhat isolated due to the General Motors Tonawanda Engine Plant, a major local employer. The Empire State Trail runs along the western edge, accessible from Aqua Lane Park a mile north. Interstate 190 is a mile south, with bus services available on River Road and Vulcan Road, connecting to downtown Buffalo and the State University of New York at Buffalo. Homes in Old Town are primarily duplexes, with some bungalows and New Traditional styles, featuring larger backyards and mature trees. Local businesses include Scime’s Tackle and Variety, Primeval Forest Nursery, The Dalmatia Hotel, and Vulcan Express Mart and Kitchen. Riverside Park, just south, offers sports facilities, a playground, and the Bud Bakewell Ice Rink. Old Town Park provides a playground and walking paths. Students attend Holmes Elementary, Herbert E. Hoover Middle School, and Kenmore West Senior High School, all with decent ratings. The neighborhood hosts various seasonal events, including parades and farmer’s markets, with the Kenmore Farmer’s Market running from June to October.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Old Town a good place to live?
Old Town is a good place to live. Old Town is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Old Town is a suburban neighborhood. Old Town has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 11.5 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $57,852 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 22.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Old Town are renters, with 54.7% of residents renting and 45.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Old Town can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Old Town neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Old Town?
The median home price in Old Town is $995,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $199,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $5,160 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $221K a year to afford the median home price in Old Town. The average household income in Old Town is $58K.
What are the best public schools in Old Town?
The best public schools that serve Old Town are:
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Home Trends in Old Town, NY
On average, homes in Old Town, Tonawanda sell after 22 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Old Town, Tonawanda over the last 12 months is $775,000, up 47% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$775,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$936,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$301
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$995,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
47%
