Erie County and Buffalo City property record for 401 Smith St, Buffalo, NY 14210
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 4 bd · 1 ba · 1,065 sqft · built 1880 |
| Lot Size | 0.05 acres (2,190 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Tax Bill | $165 (2026) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 140200 122.35-2-70 |
| Primary APN | 140200 122.35-2-70 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
|
| Bedrooms | 4 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,065 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 852 sqft |
| Upper Floors Area | 213 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1880 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1880 |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Exterior Material | Wood |
| Foundation Type | Slab (Mat/Raft) |
| Lot Area | 2,190 sqft (0.05 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 73 ft deep x 30 ft wide |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 108 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 10366700 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 401 SMITH ST |
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14210-1416 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | N-2R |
| Legal Description | 7O.1O N MINTON |
| Legal Block | 2 |
| Legal Lot Number | 70.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | BUFFALO |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1009 |
| Census Tract | 16300 |
401 Smith St is owned and occupied by an individual who acquired it in July 2014.
Source: Erie County and Buffalo City records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 401 SMITH ST, BUFFALO, NY 14210-1416 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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 | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Transfer Date | Jul 23, 2014 |
| Transfer Doc | 0112669153 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 401 Smith St was $165 with a homeowner's exemption, down 67.3% 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 | $165.00 (-67.33%) Homeowner's exemption | ||
| 2025 | $505.00 (-2.7%) | $50,000 (+56.25%) Land $5,000 Building $45,000 | $50,000 (-3.91%) Land $5,000 Building $45,000 |
| 2024 | $519.00 (+212.65%) Homeowner's exemption | $32,000 (-) Land $2,700 Building $29,300 | $52,033 (+13.82%) Land $4,390 Building $47,643 |
| 2023 | $166.00 Homeowner's exemption | $32,000 Land $2,700 Building $29,300 | $45,714 Land $3,857 Building $41,857 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 401 Smith St in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, though there have been 2 flood claims 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 | 2 (1979–1982) |
| Most Recent Claim | Mar 1982 · tidal / storm surge |
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 401 Smith St 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 365 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 Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| Starlink Satellite | 280 / 30 |
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures