Erie County and Buffalo City property record for 1597 Jefferson Ave, Buffalo, NY 14208
| Property Type | Duplex |
|---|---|
| Details | 6 bd · 2 ba · 2,000 sqft · built 1900 |
| Lot Size | 0.079 acres (3,450 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $68,750 (Jul 2020) |
| Tax Bill | $611 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Mar 2026 Mortgage Jul 2020 Sale + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 140200 100.26-1-56 |
| Primary APN | 140200 100.26-1-56 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 6 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 2,000 sqft Total Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,000 sqft |
| 2nd Floor Area | 1,000 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1900 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1900 |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Exterior Material | Brick |
| Lot Area | 3,450 sqft (0.079 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 115 ft deep x 29.5 ft wide |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 352 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 03266000 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 1597 JEFFERSON AVE |
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14208-1545 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Multi-Unit > Duplex |
| Local Zoning Code | N-3R |
| Legal Description | 169.3O S NORTHLAND |
| Legal Subdivision | HOLLAND LAND COMPANY S SURVEY |
| Legal Block | 1 |
| Legal Lot Number | 56.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | BUFFALO |
| Census Block Group | 4 |
| Census Block | 4001 |
| Census Tract | 3301 |
1597 Jefferson Ave, a duplex, is owned by an individual who bought it in July 2020.
Source: Erie County and Buffalo City records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 507 LENOX RD, BROOKLYN, NY 11203-2038 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Mar 17, 2026 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Conventional Mortgage CROSSCOUNTRY MORTGAGE LLC |
| Jul 10, 2020 | Warranty Deed, Transfer ATTORNEY ONLY |
| Jan 10, 2020 | Quit Claim Deed, Transfer NOT AVAILABLE |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jul 10, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jul 10, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Feb 14, 2012 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 2020111329 |
| Deed Book / Page | 11362 / 7427 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Jan 10, 2020 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0113554073 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Property Address | 1597 JEFFERSON AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14208-1545 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | May 8, 2026 |
| Title Company | FIRST AMERICAN TITLE, FIRST AMERICAN MORTGAGE SLN |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 507 LENOX RD, BROOKLYN, NY 11203-2038 |
| Document Number | 0141931133 |
|---|---|
| Date | Mar 17, 2026 |
| Book Page | 14193/1133 |
| Instrument | 2026048591 |
| Name | CROSSCOUNTRY MORTGAGE LLC |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | CLEVELAND, OH 44114 |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 361 Months |
| Due | Apr 1, 2056 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Jul 10, 2020 |
| Property Address | 1597 JEFFERSON AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14208-1545 |
| Document Number | 0113627427 |
| Book / Page | 011362 / 007427 |
| Instrument Date | Jun 30, 2020 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Aug 14, 2020 |
| Title Company | ATTORNEY ONLY |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $69.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Confirmed |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 507 LENOX RD BROOKLYN NY 112032038, BROOKLYN, NY 11203-2038 |
| Document Type | Quit Claim Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Jan 10, 2020 |
| Property Address | 1597 JEFFERSON AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14208-1545 |
| Document Number | 0113554073 |
| Book / Page | 011355 / 004073 |
| Instrument Date | Jan 10, 2020 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Feb 17, 2020 |
| Title Company | NOT AVAILABLE |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Relationship | Company |
| Address | 14 GRANT AVE BROOKLYN NY 112081502, BROOKLYN, NY 11208-1502 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 1597 Jefferson Ave was $611, down 60.8% 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 | $611.00 (-60.78%) | ||
| 2025 | $1,558.00 (+52.3%) | $185,000 (+193.65%) Land $8,000 Building $177,000 | $185,000 (+80.6%) Land $8,000 Building $177,000 |
| 2024 | $1,023.00 (+212.84%) | $63,000 (-) Land $3,000 Building $60,000 | $102,439 (+13.82%) Land $4,878 Building $97,561 |
| 2023 | $327.00 | $63,000 Land $3,000 Building $60,000 | $90,000 Land $4,286 Building $85,714 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 1597 Jefferson 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.
Wildfire risk around 1597 Jefferson Ave 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 99.1% of the US · lower than 99.2% of New York |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond 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 849 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Greenlight Networks Fiber | 8,000 / 8,000 |
| Spectrum Cable · Fiber in parts of the area | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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