Erie County and Buffalo City property record for 78 Dewey Ave, Buffalo, NY 14214
| Property Type | Duplex |
|---|---|
| Details | 6 bd · 2 ba · 2,412 sqft · built 1920 |
| Lot Size | 0.089 acres (3,850 sqft) |
| Owner | 2 Individual Names on File |
| Last Sale | $6,000 (Feb 2013) |
| Tax Bill | $353 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2025 Transfer |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 140200 89.51-5-29 |
| Primary APN | 140200 89.51-5-29 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
|
| Bedrooms | 6 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 2 Baths |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 2,412 sqft Total Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,272 sqft |
| 2nd Floor Area | 1,140 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1920 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1920 |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Exterior Material | Composition/Composite |
| Lot Area | 3,850 sqft (0.089 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 110 ft deep x 35 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 164 sqft |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 05884400 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 78 DEWEY AVE |
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14214-2448 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Multi-Unit > Duplex |
| Local Zoning Code | D-IL |
| Legal Description | 7OO.4O E MAIN |
| Legal Subdivision | HOLLAND LAND COMPANYS SURVEY |
| Legal Block | 5 |
| Legal Lot Number | 29.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | BUFFALO |
| Census Block Group | 3 |
| Census Block | 3004 |
| Census Tract | 5201 |
78 Dewey Ave, a duplex, is owned by two individuals who bought it in February 2013.
Source: Erie County and Buffalo City records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | 2 Individual Names on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 136 AUTUMN CREEK CT, EAST AMHERST, NY 14051-2928 |
| 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.
| Deed Names | 2 Names on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Feb 7, 2013 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Feb 7, 2013 · Amount on File |
| Deed Book / Page | 11239 / 900 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Feb 5, 2013 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0112390900 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Intrafamily Transfer |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Oct 3, 2025 |
| Property Address | 78 DEWEY AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14214-2448 |
| Document Number | 0114515275 |
| Book / Page | 11451 / 5275 |
| Map Reference | LB 473 PG 93 |
| Instrument Date | Sep 24, 2025 |
| Instrument | 2025181673 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Dec 11, 2025 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 136 AUTUMN CREEK CT, EAST AMHERST, NY 14051-2928 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 136 AUTUMN CREEK CT, EAST AMHERST, NY 14051-2928 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 78 Dewey Ave was $353, down 64.5% 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 | $353.00 (-64.49%) | ||
| 2025 | $994.00 (+15.58%) | $107,000 (+101.89%) Land $8,000 Building $99,000 | $107,000 (+24.16%) Land $8,000 Building $99,000 |
| 2024 | $860.00 (+212.73%) | $53,000 (-) Land $2,000 Building $51,000 | $86,179 (+13.82%) Land $3,252 Building $82,927 |
| 2023 | $275.00 | $53,000 Land $2,000 Building $51,000 | $75,714 Land $2,857 Building $72,857 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 78 Dewey 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.
Wildfire risk around 78 Dewey Ave 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 98% of the US · lower than 97.9% 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 406 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 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Verizon.
Search by:
By searching, you agree to: Terms • Privacy • Disclosures