Erie County and Buffalo City property record for 653 Michigan Ave, Buffalo, NY 14203
| Property Type | Duplex |
|---|---|
| Details | 6 bd · 3 ba · 2,798 sqft · built 1910 |
| Lot Size | 0.07 acres (3,049 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on Record |
| Last Sale | $170,000 (Jan 2026) |
| Tax Bill | $386 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Jan 2026 Sale Jul 2022 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 140200 111.39-5-1 |
| Primary APN | 140200 111.39-5-1 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 6 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 3 Baths |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 2,798 sqft Total Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,484 sqft |
| 2nd Floor Area | 1,314 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1910 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1910 |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Exterior Material | Brick |
| Foundation Type | Raised |
| Lot Area | 3,049 sqft (0.07 acres) |
| Lot Width | 31 ft Width |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 154 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Gas |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 01934100 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 653 MICHIGAN AVE |
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14203-1623 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Multi-Unit > Duplex |
| Local Zoning Code | N-2C |
| Legal Description | 335.49 S GENESEE 96.92 N 113.92 S |
| Legal Block | 5 |
| Legal Lot Number | 1.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | BUFFALO |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3023 |
| Census Tract | 2502 |
Source: Erie County and Buffalo City records, as of October 20, 2026
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| Owner of Record | Individual Name on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 2213 SAINT RAYMOND AVE, BRONX, NY 10462-5003 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Individual(s) |
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2026 | Warranty Deed, Transfer |
| Jul 21, 2022 | Warranty Deed, Transfer |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Jan 14, 2026 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Jan 14, 2026 · Amount on Record |
| Prior Sale | Jul 21, 2022 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Document Number | 20267811 |
| Deed Book / Page | 11455 / 9106 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Jan 25, 2013 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0112384315 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Jan 14, 2026 |
| Property Address | 653 MICHIGAN AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14203-1623 |
| Document Number | 0114559106 |
| Book / Page | 11455 / 9106 |
| Instrument Date | Jan 8, 2026 |
| Instrument | 2026007811 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Mar 16, 2026 |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Tax | $680.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 138 WOLTZ AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14212-1428 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 2213 SAINT RAYMOND AVE, BRONX, NY 10462-5003 |
| Document Type | Warranty Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Jul 21, 2022 |
| Property Address | 653 MICHIGAN AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14203-1623 |
| Document Number | 0114050979 |
| Book / Page | 11405 / 979 |
| Instrument Date | Jul 14, 2022 |
| Instrument | 2022138534 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Sep 21, 2022 |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Tax | $462.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 62 BEVERLY RD, 62, BUFFALO, NY 14208-1217 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Relationship | Tenants in Common |
| Address | 653 MICHIGAN AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14203-1623 |
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 | $386.00 (-70.93%) | ||
| 2025 | $1,328.00 (-19.02%) | $117,000 (+15.84%) Land $4,000 Building $113,000 | $117,000 (-28.76%) Land $4,000 Building $113,000 |
| 2024 | $1,640.00 (+212.98%) | $101,000 (-) Land $2,000 Building $99,000 | $164,228 (+13.82%) Land $3,252 Building $160,976 |
| 2023 | $524.00 | $101,000 Land $2,000 Building $99,000 | $144,286 Land $2,857 Building $141,429 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
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.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 99.1% of the US · lower than 99.2% 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 | 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 217 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 | 1,000 / 75 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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