Erie County and Tonawanda Town property record for 447 University Ave, Buffalo, NY 14223
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,861 sqft · built 1926 |
| Lot Size | 0.107 acres (4,636 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $135,000 (Oct 2011) |
| Tax Bill | $5,670 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Apr 2023 Second Mortgage Mar 2018 Second Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 146489 67.78-7-17 |
| Primary APN | 146489 67.78-7-17 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Total Rooms | 8 Rooms |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,861 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,091 sqft |
| 2nd Floor Area | 770 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1926 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1926 |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Exterior Material | Composition/Composite |
| Lot Area | 4,636 sqft (0.107 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 122 ft deep x 38 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Garage Area | 400 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 2 Parking Spaces |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Gas |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 003 0252000 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 447 UNIVERSITY AVE |
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14223-3039 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | B |
| Legal Description | 445 S PAIGE AVE 951 1578 38 X 122 |
| Legal Subdivision | THE HOLLAND LAND COMPANYS SURVEY |
| Legal Block | 7 |
| Legal Lot Number | 17.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | TONAWANDA |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2003 |
| Census Tract | 8003 |
447 University Ave is owned and occupied by two individuals who bought it in October 2011.
Source: Erie County and Tonawanda Town records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 447 UNIVERSITY AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14223-3039 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Apr 3, 2023 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Stand-Alone Second Mortgage DISCOVER BANK |
| Mar 21, 2018 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Stand-Alone Second Mortgage NORTHWEST BANK |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Oct 26, 2011 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Oct 26, 2011 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 2011215660 |
| Deed Book / Page | 11210 / 6743 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Property Address | 447 UNIVERSITY AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14223-3039 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Jul 3, 2023 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 447 UNIVERSITY AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14223-3039 |
| Document Number | 0140865731 |
|---|---|
| Date | Apr 3, 2023 |
| Book Page | 14086/5731 |
| Instrument | 2023056481 |
| Name | DISCOVER BANK |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Address | GREENWOOD, DE 19950 |
| Type | Stand-Alone Second Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 360 Months |
| Due | Apr 3, 2053 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Property Address | 447 UNIVERSITY AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14223-3039 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Feb 5, 2021 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Document Number | 0138494863 |
|---|---|
| Date | Mar 21, 2018 |
| Book Page | 13849/4863 |
| Instrument | 2018055028 |
| Name | NORTHWEST BANK |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Address | WARREN, PA 16365 |
| Type | Stand-Alone Second Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 180 Months |
| Due | Mar 14, 2033 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 447 University Ave was $5,670 with a homeowner's exemption, up 19.8% from the year before.
Source: Erie County and Tonawanda Town assessment roll, as of May 19, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| County | Erie County |
| County Subdivision | Tonawanda Town |
| Unified School District | Kenmore-Tonawanda Union Free School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,670.00 (+19.77%) Homeowner's exemption | ||
| 2025 | $4,734.00 (+134.59%) | $43,700 (-) Land $5,800 Building $37,900 | $208,100 (+9.53%) Land $27,620 Building $180,480 |
| 2024 | $2,018.00 Homeowner's exemption | $43,700 (-) Land $5,800 Building $37,900 | $190,000 (+4.34%) Land $25,217 Building $164,783 |
| 2023 | $43,700 Land $5,800 Building $37,900 | $182,100 Land $24,169 Building $157,931 | |
| 2019 | $3,528.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes, not market price estimates; both are a fraction of this property's market value.
FEMA maps place 447 University 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 447 University 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 | TONAWANDA, TOWN WATER DEPT. serves 72,571 people · EPA ID NY1404556 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Oct 2025 |
| Lead | 2 ppb (2022–2024) 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 905 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Verizon Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 2,300 / 2,300 |
| Spectrum Cable · Fiber in parts of the area | 1,000 / 1,000 |
May also be available: T-Mobile.
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