Erie County and Buffalo City property record for 638 Highgate Ave, Buffalo, NY 14215
| Property Type | Duplex |
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| Details | 4 bd · 2 ba · 1,900 sqft · built 1928 |
| Lot Size | 0.081 acres (3,520 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $178,000 (Jan 2026) |
| Tax Bill | $575 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jan 2026 Sale Jan 2026 Sale + 1 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 140200 79.66-2-17 |
| Primary APN | 140200 79.66-2-17 |
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| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 4 Beds |
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| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Units | 6 Units |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,900 sqft Total Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,152 sqft |
| 2nd Floor Area | 572 sqft |
| Upper Floors Area | 176 sqft |
| Game Room | Game Room |
| Year Built | Built 1928 |
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| Effective Year Built | Effective 1928 |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Lot Area | 3,520 sqft (0.081 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 110 ft deep x 32 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Garage Area | 360 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 1 Parking Space |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 198 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
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| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 07954700 |
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| Street Address | 638 HIGHGATE AVE |
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14215-1206 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Multi-Unit > Duplex |
| Local Zoning Code | N-3R |
| Legal Description | 1O1.87 W EGGERT |
| Legal Subdivision | HOLLAND LAND COMPANYS SURVEY |
| Legal Block | 2 |
| Legal Lot Number | 17.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | BUFFALO |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1001 |
| Census Tract | 4300 |
Source: NPS National Register of Historic Places, as of August 1, 2026
| Historic District | Within the Winspear Extension Historic District listed 2024 · 494 contributing resources · NRIS 100009880 |
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Federal listing alone does not restrict alterations; local historic district rules, which this data does not cover, may apply.
638 Highgate Ave, a duplex, is owned by two individuals who bought it in January 2026.
Source: Erie County and Buffalo City records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 634 HIGHGATE AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14215-1206 |
| 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.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Jan 13, 2026 | Warranty Deed, Transfer |
| Jan 13, 2026 | Affidavit, Transfer |
| Mar 23, 2017 | Grant Deed, Mortgage OTHER INSTITUTIONAL LENDERS |
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jan 13, 2026 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Jan 13, 2026 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Sep 30, 2015 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 20267448 |
| Deed Book / Page | 11455 / 8820 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0114558812 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Jan 13, 2026 |
| Property Address | 638 HIGHGATE AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14215-1206 |
| Document Number | 0114558820 |
| Book / Page | 11455 / 8820 |
| Map Reference | MB 1072 |
| Instrument Date | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Instrument | 2026007448 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Mar 16, 2026 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
|---|---|
| Tax | $712.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Address | 2163 S PARK AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14220-2229 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 634 HIGHGATE AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14215-1206 |
| Document Type | Affidavit |
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| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Jan 13, 2026 |
| Property Address | 638 HIGHGATE AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14215-1206 |
| Document Number | 0114558812 |
| Book / Page | 11455 / 8812 |
| Instrument Date | Dec 16, 2025 |
| Instrument | 2026007447 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Mar 16, 2026 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
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| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Document Type | Grant Deed |
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| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Mar 23, 2017 |
| Property Address | 638 HIGHGATE AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14215-1206 |
| Document Number | 0138055755 |
| Book / Page | 013805 / 005755 |
| Instrument Date | Dec 21, 2015 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Aug 24, 2018 |
| Title Company | ATTORNEY ONLY |
| Tax | $0.00 |
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| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
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| Relationship | Company |
| Address | 91 CAUDLE SIDE RD |
| Document Number | 138055755 |
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| Date | Mar 23, 2017 |
| Book Page | 013805/005755 |
| Name | OTHER INSTITUTIONAL LENDERS |
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| Type | Funding / Finance Company |
| Address | 515 S FLOWER ST # 44TH, LOS ANGELES, CA 90071-2201 |
| Amount | Amount on Record |
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The 2026 property tax bill for 638 Highgate Ave was $575, down 63.5% 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 | $575.00 (-63.52%) | ||
| 2025 | $1,576.00 (+22.84%) | $174,000 (+120.25%) Land $7,000 Building $167,000 | $174,000 (+35.46%) Land $7,000 Building $167,000 |
| 2024 | $1,283.00 (+212.93%) | $79,000 (-) Land $4,500 Building $74,500 | $128,455 (+13.82%) Land $7,317 Building $121,138 |
| 2023 | $410.00 | $79,000 Land $4,500 Building $74,500 | $112,857 Land $6,429 Building $106,428 |
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 638 Highgate 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 638 Highgate 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 |
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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 |
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| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Jul 2023 |
| Lead | 3 ppb (2026) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
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| 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 1,460 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 |
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