Erie County and Buffalo City property record for 147 Saranac Ave, Buffalo, NY 14216
| Property Type | Duplex |
|---|---|
| Details | 6 bd · 2 ba · 2,416 sqft · built 1917 |
| Lot Size | 0.133 acres (5,775 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $310,000 (Aug 2019) |
| Tax Bill | $1,232 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Aug 2019 Transfer Aug 2019 Sale + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 140200 78.65-3-38 |
| Primary APN | 140200 78.65-3-38 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
|
| Bedrooms | 6 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 2,416 sqft Total Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,216 sqft |
| 2nd Floor Area | 1,200 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1917 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1917 |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Exterior Material | Wood |
| Lot Area | 5,775 sqft (0.133 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 175 ft deep x 33.3 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Garage Area | 480 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 2 Parking Spaces |
| Pool Type | Above-Ground Pool |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 572 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 06661800 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 147 SARANAC AVE |
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14216-2444 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Multi-Unit > Duplex |
| Local Zoning Code | N-3R |
| Legal Description | 5OO. S TACOMA |
| Legal Subdivision | HOLLAND LAND COMPANYS SURVEY |
| Legal Block | 3 |
| Legal Lot Number | 38.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | BUFFALO |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2002 |
| Census Tract | 4902 |
147 Saranac Ave, a duplex, is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in August 2019.
Source: Erie County and Buffalo City records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 147 SARANAC AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14216-2444 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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 |
|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2019 | Affidavit of Death, Transfer NOT AVAILABLE |
| Aug 14, 2019 | Warranty Deed, Transfer EASTERN ABSTRACT OF NY INC |
| Aug 14, 2018 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer ATTORNEY ONLY |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Aug 14, 2019 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Aug 14, 2019 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 2019174113 |
| Deed Book / Page | 11348 / 3386 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Aug 8, 2018 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0113331718 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Affidavit of Death |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Aug 14, 2019 |
| Property Address | 147 SARANAC AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14216-2444 |
| Document Number | 0113483378 |
| Book / Page | 011348 / 003378 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 13, 2019 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Sep 18, 2019 |
| Title Company | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 147 SARANAC AVE BUFFALO NY 142162444, BUFFALO, NY 14216-2444 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Aug 14, 2019 |
| Property Address | 147 SARANAC AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14216-2444 |
| Document Number | 0113483386 |
| Book / Page | 11348 / 3386 |
| Map Reference | MB 393 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 13, 2019 |
| Instrument | 2019174113 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 14, 2022 |
| Title Company | EASTERN ABSTRACT OF NY INC |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $2,790.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 147 SARANAC AVE, 147, BUFFALO, NY 14216-2444 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 96 NORWOOD AVE FRNT 1, 1, BUFFALO, NY 14222-2141 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Aug 14, 2018 |
| Property Address | 147 SARANAC AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14216-2444 |
| Document Number | 0113331718 |
| Book / Page | 011333 / 001718 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 8, 2018 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Aug 30, 2018 |
| Title Company | ATTORNEY ONLY |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 147 SARANAC AVE BUFFALO NY 142162444, BUFFALO, NY 14216-2444 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 147 Saranac Ave was $1,232, down 66.6% from the year before.
Source: Erie County and Buffalo City assessment roll, as of May 19, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| County | Erie County |
| Municipality | Buffalo City |
| Unified School District | Buffalo City School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,232.00 (-66.62%) | ||
| 2025 | $3,691.00 (+1.01%) | $373,000 (+65.78%) Land $59,000 Building $314,000 | $373,000 (+1.95%) Land $59,000 Building $314,000 |
| 2024 | $3,654.00 (+212.57%) | $225,000 (-) Land $34,800 Building $190,200 | $365,854 (+13.82%) Land $56,585 Building $309,269 |
| 2023 | $1,169.00 | $225,000 Land $34,800 Building $190,200 | $321,429 Land $49,714 Building $271,715 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 147 Saranac Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective November 20, 2024
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
The area around 147 Saranac Ave has no burnable land within ember reach, so its wildfire risk is not rated.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Not rated no burnable land within ember reach |
|---|
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 | BUFFALO WATER AUTHORITY serves 276,000 people · EPA ID NY1400422 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Jul 2023 |
| Lead | 3 ppb (2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | 2 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 1,124 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Verizon Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 2,300 / 2,300 |
| Spectrum Cable | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Greenlight Networks.
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures