Erie County and Cheektowaga Town property record for 174 Ellen Dr, Buffalo, NY 14225
| Property Type | Duplex |
|---|---|
| Details | 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,612 sqft · built 1941 |
| Lot Size | 0.15 acres (6,534 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Tax Bill | $5,740 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Aug 2024 Transfer Jan 2018 Line of Credit |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 143089 80.20-2-2 |
| Primary APN | 143089 80.20-2-2 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
|
| Bedrooms | 4 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,612 sqft Total Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 806 sqft |
| 2nd Floor Area | 806 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1941 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1941 |
| Architectural Style | Other |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Lot Area | 6,534 sqft (0.15 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 128 ft deep x 50 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Garage Area | 460 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 2 Parking Spaces |
| Shed | 1 Shed |
| Shed Area | 80 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Gas |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 020-0649000 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 174 ELLEN DR |
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14225-1277 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Multi-Unit > Duplex |
| Local Zoning Code | 02R |
| Legal Description | MC 1652 1662-1663 BL D SL |
| Legal Subdivision | HOLLAND LAND COMPANYS SURVEY |
| Legal Block | 2 |
| Legal Lot Number | 2.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | CHEEKTOWAGA |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3000 |
| Census Tract | 10103 |
174 Ellen Dr, a duplex, is owned by an individual who acquired it in August 2024.
Source: Erie County and Cheektowaga Town records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 91 LINWOOD AVE, WILLIAMSVILLE, NY 14221-6501 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Individual(s) |
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 15, 2024 | Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer |
| Jan 10, 2018 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Line of Credit MISCELLANEOUS GOVT AGCY |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Transfer Date | Aug 13, 2024 |
| Transfer Doc | 0114347337 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Intrafamily Transfer |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Aug 15, 2024 |
| Property Address | 174 ELLEN DR, BUFFALO, NY 14225-1277 |
| Document Number | 0114347337 |
| Book / Page | 11434 / 7337 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 13, 2024 |
| Instrument | 2024136471 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 13, 2026 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 56 MORNINGSIDE LN, WILLIAMSVILLE, NY 14221-5033 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 91 LINWOOD AVE, WILLIAMSVILLE, NY 14221-6501 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Property Address | 174 ELLEN DR, CHEEKTOWAGA, NY 14225-1277 |
| Document Number | 0138547031 |
| Instrument Date | Jan 10, 2018 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | May 24, 2018 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 174 ELLEN DR CHEEKTOWAGA NY 142251277, CHEEKTOWAGA, NY 14225-1277 |
| Document Number | 0138547031 |
|---|---|
| Date | May 8, 2018 |
| Book Page | 013854/007031 |
| Name | MISCELLANEOUS GOVT AGCY |
|---|---|
| Address | CHEEKTOWAGA, NY 14227 |
| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|
The 2026 property tax bill for 174 Ellen Dr was $5,740, up 135.4% from the year before.
Source: Erie County and Cheektowaga Town assessment roll, as of May 19, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| County | Erie County |
| County Subdivision | Cheektowaga Town |
| Unified School District | Cheektowaga-Maryvale Union Free School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,740.00 (+135.44%) | ||
| 2025 | $2,438.00 (-48.42%) | $166,000 (-) Land $13,000 Building $153,000 | $221,333 (+6.67%) Land $17,333 Building $204,000 |
| 2024 | $4,727.00 Veteran's exemption | $166,000 (-) Land $13,000 Building $153,000 | $207,500 (+13.75%) Land $16,250 Building $191,250 |
| 2023 | Veteran's exemption | $166,000 Land $13,000 Building $153,000 | $182,418 Land $14,286 Building $168,132 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 174 Ellen Dr in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 1 flood claim nearby since 1979.
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 minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 1 (1979) |
| Most Recent Claim | Aug 1979 · rainfall accumulation |
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.
The area around 174 Ellen Dr 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 | ECWA DIRECT public/private · serves 313,380 people · EPA ID NY1400443 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Nov 2025 |
| Lead | 6 ppb (2025) 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 399 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Spectrum Cable · Fiber in parts of the area | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Verizon Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 980 / 880 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures