Erie County and Buffalo City property record for 156 Highgate Ave, Buffalo, NY 14214
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,465 sqft · built 1924 |
| Lot Size | 0.12 acres (5,227 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $95,000 (May 2018) |
| Tax Bill | $664 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jul 2022 Line of Credit May 2018 Sale & Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 140200 79.63-6-25 |
| Primary APN | 140200 79.63-6-25 |
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| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,465 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 737 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1924 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1924 |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Exterior Material | Wood |
| Lot Area | 5,227 sqft (0.12 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 113 ft deep x 55.2 ft wide |
| Porch | Porch |
| Porch Area | 260 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
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| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 07129100 |
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| Street Address | 156 HIGHGATE AVE |
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14214-1425 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | N-4-30 |
| Legal Description | WEST COR PARKRIDGE 23.38 REAR |
| Legal Subdivision | THE HOLLAND LAND COMPANYS SURVEY |
| Legal Block | 6 |
| Legal Lot Number | 25.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | BUFFALO |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3002 |
| Census Tract | 4702 |
Source: NPS National Register of Historic Places, as of August 1, 2026
| Historic District | Within the University Heights-Summit Park-Berkshire Terrace Historic District listed 2020 · 1,883 contributing resources · NRIS 100005458 |
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Federal listing alone does not restrict alterations; local historic district rules, which this data does not cover, may apply.
156 Highgate Ave is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in May 2018.
Source: Erie County and Buffalo City records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 156 HIGHGATE AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14214-1425 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Jul 18, 2022 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Line of Credit MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS TRUST CO |
| May 4, 2018 | Warranty Deed, Transfer · FHA Mortgage M & T BANK |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | May 4, 2018 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | May 4, 2018 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Mar 4, 2010 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20182018087957 |
| Deed Book / Page | 11328 / 9385 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Mar 3, 2010 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0111788559 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Property Address | 156 HIGHGATE AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14214-1425 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Sep 21, 2022 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 156 HIGHGATE AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14214-1425 |
| Document Number | 0140601425 |
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| Date | Jul 18, 2022 |
| Book Page | 14060/1425 |
| Instrument | 2022135063 |
| Name | MANUFACTURERS & TRADERS TRUST CO |
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| Type | Bank |
| Address | BUFFALO, NY 14214 |
| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Change Frequency | Monthly |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | May 4, 2018 |
| Property Address | 156 HIGHGATE AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14214-1425 |
| Document Number | 0113289385 |
| Book / Page | 11328 / 9385 |
| Map Reference | MAP830 |
| Instrument Date | May 3, 2018 |
| Instrument | 2018087957 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Aug 19, 2022 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $855.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 156 HIGHGATE AVE, 156, BUFFALO, NY 14214-1425 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 263 PENNSYLVANIA ST, BUFFALO, NY 14201-1710 |
| Document Number | 2018087958 |
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| Date | May 4, 2018 |
| Instrument | 2018087958 |
| Name | M & T BANK |
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| Type | Bank |
| Type | FHA Mortgage |
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| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Jun 1, 2048 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 156 Highgate Ave was $664, down 64% 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 | $664.00 (-63.95%) | ||
| 2025 | $1,842.00 (+19.38%) | $201,000 (+111.58%) Land $13,000 Building $188,000 | $201,000 (+30.12%) Land $13,000 Building $188,000 |
| 2024 | $1,543.00 (+212.98%) | $95,000 (-) Land $7,400 Building $87,600 | $154,472 (+13.82%) Land $12,033 Building $142,439 |
| 2023 | $493.00 | $95,000 Land $7,400 Building $87,600 | $135,714 Land $10,571 Building $125,143 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 156 Highgate 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 156 Highgate 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 |
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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 |
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| 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 1,103 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 · Fiber in parts of the area | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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