Erie County and Buffalo City property record for 825 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209
| Property Type | Triplex |
|---|---|
| Details | 8 bd · 3 ba · 3,274 sqft · built 1915 |
| Lot Size | 0.084 acres (3,638 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $105,000 (Dec 2007) |
| Tax Bill | $1,588 (2026) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 140200 89.63-3-3 |
| Primary APN | 140200 89.63-3-3 |
|---|---|
| Alternative APNs |
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| Bedrooms | 8 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 3 Baths |
| Stories | 2 Stories |
| Building Area | 3,274 sqft Total Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 1,432 sqft |
| 2nd Floor Area | 1,432 sqft |
| Attic | Attic |
| Attic Area | 410 sqft |
| Year Built | Built 1915 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1915 |
| Architectural Style | Traditional |
| Exterior Material | Wood |
| Lot Area | 3,638 sqft (0.084 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 107 ft deep x 34 ft wide |
| Garage Type | Detached |
| Garage Area | 468 sqft |
| Parking Spaces | 2 Parking Spaces |
| Porch | Slab |
| Porch Area | 436 sqft |
| Heating System | Hot Water |
|---|---|
| Heating Fuel | Oil |
| Sewer | Municipal |
| Water Source | Commercial |
| Account Number | 03848100 |
|---|---|
| Street Address | 825 FOREST AVE |
| City | BUFFALO |
| State | NY |
| Zip | 14209-1051 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Multi-Unit > Triplex |
| Local Zoning Code | N-3R |
| Legal Description | 38.55 W DELAWARE |
| Legal Subdivision | HOLLAND LAND COMPANYS SURVEY |
| Legal Block | 3 |
| Legal Lot Number | 3.000 |
| Jurisdiction | ERIE NY |
| Township / Civil Division | BUFFALO |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1009 |
| Census Tract | 6302 |
Source: NPS National Register of Historic Places, as of August 1, 2026
| Historic District | Within the Elmwood Historic District East listed 2016 · 2,450 contributing resources · NRIS 16000108 |
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Federal listing alone does not restrict alterations; local historic district rules, which this data does not cover, may apply.
825 Forest Ave, a triplex, is owned by an individual who bought it in December 2007.
Source: Erie County and Buffalo City records, as of October 20, 2026
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 188 BIDWELL PKWY, BUFFALO, NY 14222-1262 |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Dec 3, 2007 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Dec 3, 2007 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Jun 18, 2007 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 2007257112 |
| Deed Book / Page | 11137 / 9828 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Mar 26, 2004 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0110720775 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
The 2026 property tax bill for 825 Forest Ave was $1,588, down 68.5% 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 | $1,588.00 (-68.49%) | ||
| 2025 | $5,039.00 (-8.76%) | $481,000 (+41.47%) Land $87,000 Building $394,000 | $481,000 (-13%) Land $87,000 Building $394,000 |
| 2024 | $5,523.00 (+212.74%) | $340,000 (-) Land $101,000 Building $239,000 | $552,846 (+13.82%) Land $164,228 Building $388,618 |
| 2023 | $1,766.00 | $340,000 Land $101,000 Building $239,000 | $485,714 Land $144,286 Building $341,428 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 825 Forest Ave in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, within 500 ft of a high-risk flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective November 20, 2024
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone AE, within 500 ft |
| 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 825 Forest 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 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 | 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 54 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Spectrum Cable | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 300 / 20 |
| T-Mobile Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
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