Erie County and Lancaster Town property record for 5252 William St, Lancaster, NY 14086
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,523 sqft · built 1957 |
| Lot Size | 0.791 acres (34,375 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $330,000 (Feb 2026) |
| Tax Bill | $5,655 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Feb 2026 Sale Mar 2022 Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 145289 116.14-1-30 |
| Primary APN | 145289 116.14-1-30 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APN |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1.5 Baths |
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,523 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,523 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1957 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1957 |
| Architectural Style | Ranch |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Lot Area | 34,375 sqft (0.791 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 274 ft deep x 125 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Attached |
| Garage Area | 364 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 2 Parking Spaces |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 54 sqft |
| Heating System | Hot Water |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Sewer | Septic |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Street Address | 5252 WILLIAM ST |
|---|---|
| City | LANCASTER |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14086-9658 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | SC R 125 X 274.75 |
| Legal Subdivision | BUFFALO CREEK RESERVATION |
| Legal Block | 1 |
| Legal Lot Number | 30.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | LANCASTER |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1001 |
| Census Tract | 14206 |
5252 William St is owned by two individuals who bought it in February 2026.
Source: Erie County and Lancaster Town records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 334 CONNECTICUT ST, 3W, BUFFALO, NY 14213-2545 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Tenants by the Entirety |
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 |
|---|---|
| Feb 26, 2026 | Warranty Deed, Transfer |
| Mar 10, 2022 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · FHA Mortgage TRUIST BANK |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Feb 26, 2026 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Feb 26, 2026 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Aug 23, 2016 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 202636282 |
| Deed Book / Page | 11457 / 7307 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Apr 28, 2008 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0111450371 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Feb 26, 2026 |
| Property Address | 5252 WILLIAM ST, LANCASTER, NY 14086-9658 |
| Document Number | 0114577307 |
| Book / Page | 11457 / 7307 |
| Instrument Date | Feb 13, 2026 |
| Instrument | 2026036282 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 14, 2026 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $1,320.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 5252 WILLIAM ST, LANCASTER, NY 14086-9658 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Tenants by the Entirety |
| Address | 334 CONNECTICUT ST APT 3W, 3W, BUFFALO, NY 14213-2545 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Property Address | 5252 WILLIAM ST, LANCASTER, NY 14086-9658 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | May 17, 2022 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 5252 WILLIAM ST, LANCASTER, NY 14086-9658 |
| Document Number | 0140439146 |
|---|---|
| Date | Mar 10, 2022 |
| Book Page | 14043/9146 |
| Instrument | 2022049569 |
| Name | TRUIST BANK |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Address | RICHMOND, VA 23224 |
| Type | FHA Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount on Record |
| Term | 294 Months |
| Due | Sep 1, 2046 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 5252 William St was $5,655, up 105.3% from the year before.
Source: Erie County and Lancaster Town assessment roll, as of May 19, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | New York |
| County | Erie County |
| County Subdivision | Lancaster Town |
| Unified School District | Lancaster Central School District (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,655.00 (+105.34%) | ||
| 2025 | $2,754.00 (-49.25%) | $190,000 (-) Land $47,800 Building $142,200 | $296,875 (+12.5%) Land $74,687 Building $222,188 |
| 2024 | $5,427.00 | $190,000 (-) Land $47,800 Building $142,200 | $263,900 (+4.18%) Land $66,392 Building $197,508 |
| 2023 | $190,000 Land $47,800 Building $142,200 | $253,300 Land $63,725 Building $189,575 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 5252 William 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) |
| Most Recent Claim | Apr 1979 · 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.
Wildfire risk around 5252 William St is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 96% of the US · lower than 95% of New York |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond 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 LANCASTER serves 29,018 people · EPA ID NY1400421 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Purchased surface water from ECWA DIRECT |
| Last State Inspection | Nov 2025 |
| Lead | 10 ppb (2020–2022) 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 202 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Greenlight Networks Fiber | 8,000 / 8,000 |
| Spectrum Cable | 1,000 / 35 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
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