Erie County and Buffalo City property record for 252 Columbus Ave, Buffalo, NY 14220
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 1 ba · 990 sqft · built 1920 |
| Lot Size | 0.072 acres (3,150 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $160,000 (Mar 2021) |
| Tax Bill | $1,849 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Aug 2021 Transfer Mar 2021 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 140200 133.32-7-27 |
| Primary APN | 140200 133.32-7-27 |
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| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
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| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 990 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 660 sqft |
| Upper Floors Area | 330 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1920 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1920 |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Lot Area | 3,150 sqft (0.072 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 105 ft deep x 30 ft wide |
| Pool Type | Above-Ground Pool |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 121 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
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| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 11408200 |
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| Street Address | 252 COLUMBUS AVE |
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14220-1737 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | N-3R |
| Legal Description | 12O. SW ABBOTT RD |
| Legal Subdivision | HOLLAND LAND COMPNAY'S SURVEY |
| Legal Block | 7 |
| Legal Lot Number | 27.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | BUFFALO |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3003 |
| Census Tract | 800 |
Source: Erie County and Buffalo City records · APN 140200 133.32-7-27
Assessment roll updated May 19, 2026 · Last verified May 2026
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| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 35 SHENANDOAH RD, BUFFALO, NY 14220-2417 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Also Known As (AKA) |
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Aug 07, 2021 | Intrafamily Transfer, Transfer |
| Mar 29, 2021 | Deed, Transfer |
| Deed Names | Verified Name on Deed |
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| Last Sale | Mar 29, 2021 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Mar 29, 2021 · Amount on Record |
| Prior Sale | Feb 24, 2012 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Document Number | 202159042 |
| Deed Book / Page | 11377 / 2813 |
| Last Transfer Date | Jul 28, 2021 |
| Transfer Doc | 0113851115 |
| Record Updated | Jun 08, 2026 |
| Document Type | Intrafamily Transfer |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Aug 07, 2021 |
| Property Address | 252 COLUMBUS AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14220-1737 |
| Document Number | 0113851115 |
| Book / Page | 11385 / 1115 |
| Map Reference | DOC 421 |
| Instrument Date | Jul 28, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2021156067 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Sep 30, 2021 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 35 SHENANDOAH RD, BUFFALO, NY 14220-2417 |
| Document Type | Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Mar 29, 2021 |
| Property Address | 252 COLUMBUS AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14220-1737 |
| Document Number | 0113772813 |
| Book / Page | 11377 / 2813 |
| Instrument Date | Mar 25, 2021 |
| Instrument | 2021059042 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 14, 2022 |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Tax | $640.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 252 COLUMBUS AVE, 252, BUFFALO, NY 14220-1737 |
| Name | Verified Name |
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| Relationship | Joint Tenants |
| Address | 252 COLUMBUS AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14220-1737 |
Source: Erie County and Buffalo City records · Assessment roll updated May 19, 2026 · Last verified May 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| County | Erie County |
| Municipality | Buffalo City |
| Unified School District | Buffalo City School District (PK - 12) |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,849.00 (+12.74%) | $197,000 (+95.05%) Land $16,000 Building $181,000 | $197,000 (+19.96%) Land $16,000 Building $181,000 |
| 2024 | $1,640.00 (+212.98%) | $101,000 (-) Land $9,000 Building $92,000 | $164,228 (+13.82%) Land $14,634 Building $149,594 |
| 2023 | $524.00 | $101,000 Land $9,000 Building $92,000 | $144,286 Land $12,857 Building $131,429 |
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer as of November 20, 2024 · FEMA NFIP claims and policies as of September 2026 · USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities as of 2024 · Last verified October 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Claims | 4 (1979) |
| Most Recent Claim | Sep 1979 · rainfall accumulation |
| Wildfire Risk | Not rated no burnable land within ember reach |
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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.
Source: NPS National Register of Historic Places as of August 1, 2026 · Last verified October 2026
| Listed Area | Within Cazenovia Park-South Park System listed 1982 · 11 contributing resources · NRIS 82005028 |
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Federal listing alone does not restrict alterations; local historic district rules, which this data does not cover, may apply.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection as of December 31, 2025 · Last verified October 2026
| 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 |
May also be available: T-Mobile USA.
Based on FCC filings for 1,221 locations within half a mile of this property.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System as of 2026 Q3 · EPA water system boundaries as of March 2026 · Last verified October 2026
| Water System | BUFFALO WATER AUTHORITY serves 276,000 people |
|---|---|
| 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 as reported to EPA, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes. The full violation and enforcement history is in the system's EPA record.
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