Erie County and Buffalo City property record for 312 Esser Ave, Buffalo, NY 14207
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,256 sqft · built 1910 |
| Lot Size | 0.093 acres (4,026 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $180,000 (Mar 2022) |
| Tax Bill | $528 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Mar 2022 Sale & Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 140200 77.33-6-46 |
| Primary APN | 140200 77.33-6-46 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
|
| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,256 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 656 sqft |
| 2nd Floor Area | 600 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1910 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1910 |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Exterior Material | Composition/Composite |
| Lot Area | 4,026 sqft (0.093 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 122 ft deep x 33 ft wide |
| Pool Type | Above-Ground Pool |
|---|---|
| Pool Area | 201 sqft |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 120 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 05048700 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 312 ESSER AVE |
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14207-1246 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | N-3R |
| Legal Description | 349.97 E ARGUS |
| Legal Subdivision | JONES TRACT |
| Legal Block | 6 |
| Legal Lot Number | 46.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | BUFFALO |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1014 |
| Census Tract | 5801 |
312 Esser Ave is owned and occupied by two individuals who bought it in March 2022.
Source: Erie County and Buffalo City records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 312 ESSER AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14207-1246 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Husband and Wife |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Mar 11, 2022 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Mar 11, 2022 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Oct 18, 2004 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20222022049992 |
| Deed Book / Page | 11398 / 1180 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Mar 11, 2022 |
| Property Address | 312 ESSER AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14207-1246 |
| Document Number | 0113981180 |
| Book / Page | 11398 / 1180 |
| Map Reference | DOC 478 |
| Instrument Date | Feb 28, 2022 |
| Instrument | 2022049992 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 2, 2024 |
| Title Company | STEWART TITLE |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Downpayment | Downpayment on Record |
| Loan-to-Value (LTV) | LTV on Record |
| Tax | $720.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 312 ESSER AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14207-1246 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 312 ESSER AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14207-1246 |
| Document Number | 0140439701 |
|---|---|
| Date | Mar 11, 2022 |
| Book Page | 14043/9701 |
| Instrument | 2022049993 |
| Name | ROCKET MORTGAGE LLC |
|---|---|
| Type | Mortgage Company |
| Address | DETROIT, MI 48226 |
| Type | Conventional Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 241 Months |
| Due | Apr 1, 2042 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 312 Esser Ave was $528, down 66.5% 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 | $528.00 (-66.45%) | ||
| 2025 | $1,574.00 (+2.01%) | $160,000 (+68.42%) Land $8,000 Building $152,000 | $160,000 (+3.58%) Land $8,000 Building $152,000 |
| 2024 | $1,543.00 (+212.98%) | $95,000 (-) Land $4,700 Building $90,300 | $154,472 (+13.82%) Land $7,642 Building $146,830 |
| 2023 | $493.00 | $95,000 Land $4,700 Building $90,300 | $135,714 Land $6,714 Building $129,000 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 312 Esser 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 312 Esser 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 1,227 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Greenlight Networks Fiber | 10,000 / 10,000 |
| Spectrum Cable · Fiber in parts of the area | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless · Fiber in parts of the area | 1,000 / 75 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures