Erie County and Tonawanda Town property record for 79 Colonial Ave, Buffalo, NY 14217
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 3 bd · 1 ba · 1,264 sqft · built 1946 |
| Lot Size | 0.144 acres (6,272 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on Record |
| Last Sale | $142,000 (Apr 2017) |
| Tax Bill | $6,281 (2026) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2023 Mortgage Jul 2022 Mortgage + 3 more |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 146489 66.22-5-31 |
| Primary APN | 146489 66.22-5-31 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 3 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Total Rooms | 6 Rooms |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 1,264 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 648 sqft |
| 2nd Floor Area | 616 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1946 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1946 |
| Architectural Style | Colonial |
| Exterior Material | Aluminum/Vinyl |
| Lot Area | 6,272 sqft (0.144 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 128 ft deep x 49 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Garage Area | 280 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 1 Parking Space |
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Gas |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 030 0697000 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 79 COLONIAL AVE |
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14217-1103 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | A |
| Legal Description | 705 E ELMWOOD AV 1632 15 49 X 128 |
| Legal Subdivision | THE HOLLAND LAND COMPANYS SURVEY |
| Legal Block | 5 |
| Legal Lot Number | 31.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | TONAWANDA |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2000 |
| Census Tract | 8201 |
Source: Erie County and Tonawanda Town records, as of October 20, 2026
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| Owner of Record | Individual Name on Record |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 79 COLONIAL AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14217-1103 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2023 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · FHA Mortgage FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORP |
| Jul 26, 2022 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · FHA Mortgage FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORP |
| Jul 8, 2022 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · FHA Mortgage FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORP |
| Jul 2, 2021 | Deed of Trust, Mortgage · Line of Credit CITIZENS BANK NA |
| Apr 26, 2017 | Deed, Transfer |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Apr 26, 2017 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Sale | Apr 26, 2017 · Amount on Record |
| Prior Sale | Nov 2, 2016 · Amount on Record |
| Deed Document Number | 201783266 |
| Deed Book / Page | 11312 / 3987 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Property Address | 79 COLONIAL AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14217-1103 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Dec 14, 2023 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 79 COLONIAL AVE, TONAWANDA, NY 14217-1103 |
| Document Number | 0141061733 |
|---|---|
| Date | Oct 6, 2023 |
| Book Page | 14106/1733 |
| Instrument | 2023173104 |
| Name | FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORP |
|---|---|
| Type | Subprime Lender |
| Address | BOCA RATON, FL 33431 |
| Type | FHA Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 331 Months |
| Due | May 1, 2051 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Property Address | 79 COLONIAL AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14217-1103 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Sep 21, 2022 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 79 COLONIAL AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14217-1103 |
| Document Number | 0114053492 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jul 26, 2022 |
| Book Page | 11405/3492 |
| Instrument | 2022142048 |
| Name | FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORP |
|---|---|
| Type | Subprime Lender |
| Address | BOCA RATON, FL 33431 |
| Type | FHA Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 346 Months |
| Due | May 1, 2051 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Property Address | 79 COLONIAL AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14217-1103 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Sep 21, 2022 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 79 COLONIAL AVE, TONAWANDA, NY 14217-1103 |
| Document Number | 0140590041 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jul 8, 2022 |
| Book Page | 14059/41 |
| Instrument | 2022129541 |
| Name | FREEDOM MORTGAGE CORP |
|---|---|
| Type | Subprime Lender |
| Address | BOCA RATON, FL 33431 |
| Type | FHA Mortgage |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 346 Months |
| Due | May 1, 2051 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Property Address | 79 COLONIAL AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14217-1103 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Sep 1, 2021 |
| Title Company | TIMIOS INC |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 79 COLONIAL AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14217-1103 |
| Document Number | 0140028491 |
|---|---|
| Date | Jul 2, 2021 |
| Book Page | 14002/8491 |
| Instrument | 2021128570 |
| Name | CITIZENS BANK NA |
|---|---|
| Type | Bank |
| Address | PROVIDENCE, RI 02903 |
| Type | Line of Credit |
|---|---|
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
| Term | 299 Months |
| Due | Jun 21, 2046 |
| Rate Type | Adjustable Rate |
|---|---|
| Change Frequency | Monthly |
| Document Type | Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Recording Date | Apr 26, 2017 |
| Property Address | 79 COLONIAL AVE, BUFFALO, NY 14217-1103 |
| Document Number | 0113123987 |
| Book / Page | 11312 / 3987 |
| Map Reference | MAP1632 |
| Instrument Date | Apr 25, 2017 |
| Instrument | 2017083266 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Apr 14, 2022 |
| Amount | Amount Recorded |
|---|---|
| Tax | $1,278.00 |
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 8800 TONAWANDA CREEK RD, 8800, CLARENCE CENTER, NY 14032-9100 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 324 DEARBORN ST, BUFFALO, NY 14207-2719 |
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 | $6,281.00 (+176.94%) | ||
| 2025 | $2,268.00 (+6.08%) | $49,500 (-) Land $9,100 Building $40,400 | $235,700 (+9.52%) Land $43,331 Building $192,369 |
| 2024 | $2,138.00 (-53.2%) | $49,500 (-) Land $9,100 Building $40,400 | $215,217 (+4.32%) Land $39,565 Building $175,652 |
| 2023 | $49,500 Land $9,100 Building $40,400 | $206,300 Land $37,926 Building $168,374 | |
| 2019 | $4,568.00 |
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.
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 | 3 (1978–1996) |
| Most Recent Claim | Feb 1996 · river or lake flooding |
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.
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 | 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 690 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 Fiber · Fixed Wireless in parts of the area | 980 / 880 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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