Erie County and Amherst Town property record for 1297 New Rd, Buffalo, NY 14228
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 bd · 1 ba · 1,044 sqft · built 1940 |
| Lot Size | 1.22 acres (53,404 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $168,000 (Jan 2021) |
| Tax Bill | $4,386 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jan 2021 Sale & Mortgage Oct 2017 Sale + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (moderate risk) |
| APN | 142289 16.02-1-6 |
| Primary APN | 142289 16.02-1-6 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
|
| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,044 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,044 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1940 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1940 |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Lot Area | 53,404 sqft (1.22 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 316 ft deep x 169 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Garage Area | 432 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 2 Parking Spaces |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Sewer | Septic |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Street Address | 1297 NEW RD |
|---|---|
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14228-1540 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Subdivision | HOLLAND LAND COMPANYS SURVEY |
| Legal Block | 1 |
| Legal Lot Number | 6.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | AMHERST |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3014 |
| Census Tract | 9009 |
1297 New Rd is owned and occupied by two individuals who bought it in January 2021.
Source: Erie County and Amherst Town records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 1297 NEW RD, BUFFALO, NY 14228-1540 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Husband and Wife |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Jan 5, 2021 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · Conventional Mortgage HUNT MORTGAGE |
| Oct 30, 2017 | Warranty Deed, Transfer CHICAGO TITLE INS CO |
| May 30, 2017 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Line of Credit WELLS FARGO BK |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jan 5, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jan 5, 2021 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Oct 30, 2017 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20211708 |
| Deed Book / Page | 11372 / 2924 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Property Address | 1297 NEW RD, BUFFALO, NY 14228-1540 |
| Document Number | 0113722924 |
| Book / Page | 11372 / 2924 |
| Instrument Date | Nov 12, 2020 |
| Instrument | 2021001708 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 14, 2022 |
| Title Company | TITLE RESOURCES GUARANTY CO |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $672.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 1297 NEW RD, 1297, AMHERST, NY 14228-1540 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 1297 NEW RD, AMHERST, NY 14228-1540 |
| Document Number | 0139734415 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jan 5, 2021 |
| Instrument | 13973/4415 |
| Name | HUNT MORTGAGE |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Jan 1, 2051 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Oct 30, 2017 |
| Property Address | 1297 NEW RD, BUFFALO, NY 14228-1540 |
| Document Number | 0113208667 |
| Book / Page | 11320 / 8667 |
| Instrument Date | Oct 27, 2017 |
| Instrument | 2017219334 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 14, 2022 |
| Title Company | CHICAGO TITLE INS CO |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $1,165.50 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 1297 NEW RD, 1297, BUFFALO, NY 14228-1540 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 3659 ROBINSON RD, LOCKPORT, NY 14094 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Property Address | 1297 NEW RD, BUFFALO, NY 14228-1540 |
| Document Number | 0138156277 |
| Instrument Date | May 30, 2017 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Aug 24, 2018 |
| Title Company | AMERICAN TITLE COMPANY, AMERICAN TITLE INC |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 1297 NEW RD AMHERST NY 142281540, AMHERST, NY 14228-1540 |
| Document Number | 0138156277 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jun 21, 2017 |
| Book Page | 013815/006277 |
| Name | WELLS FARGO BK |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Address | SIOUX FALLS, SD 57104 |
| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|
The 2026 property tax bill for 1297 New Rd was $4,386, up 134.5% from the year before.
Source: Erie County and Amherst Town assessment roll, as of May 19, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| County | Erie County |
| County Subdivision | Amherst Town |
| Unified School District | Williamsville Central School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $4,386.00 (+134.55%) | ||
| 2025 | $1,870.00 (-56.43%) | $209,000 (-) Land $65,400 Building $143,600 | $211,100 (+1%) Land $66,057 Building $145,043 |
| 2024 | $4,292.00 | $209,000 (+67.2%) Land $65,400 Building $143,600 | $209,000 (+3.66%) Land $65,400 Building $143,600 |
| 2023 | $125,000 Land $40,300 Building $84,700 | $201,613 Land $65,000 Building $136,613 | |
| 2019 | $3,735.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 1297 New Rd in Zone X, an area of moderate flood risk, though there have been 2 flood claims nearby since 2013.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective November 20, 2024 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X moderate risk |
|---|---|
| 500-Year Floodplain | Yes 0.2% annual chance |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Flood Insurance Cost | Premium on File median of 44 policies |
| Community Rating System | Class 8 (10% premium discount) |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 44 in force |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 2 (2013–2026) |
| Most Recent Claim | Apr 2026 · other causes |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 1297 New Rd is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 94% of the US · lower than 91% of New York |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | ECWA AMHERST serves 92,697 people · EPA ID NY1400399 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from ECWA DIRECT |
| Last State Inspection | Nov 2025 |
| Lead | 10 ppb (2020–2022) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 12 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Spectrum Cable | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Verizon Fiber | 980 / 880 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures