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$151,572$94 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $165,000 on Jan 22, 2026

171 FOREST AVE

BUFFALO, NY 14213
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,620 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
3,675 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1887
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$152K
$122K low$181K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,000 · Jan 22, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$535 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$162,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$135,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$22,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$162,000

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyERIE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 168 ft²

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
International SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.7 mi
M
Dr Antonia Pantoja Community School of Academic ExcellenceF
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 1.1 mi
H
International Preparatory School at Grover ClevelandF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Buffalo City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 14213These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.148
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.75

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.27%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,061
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.11,183 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,016
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,806
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.48%

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How this home compares

171 Forest Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 90% of homes in Erie County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Erie County
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Forest
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Erie County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Erie County

What homes are worth in Buffalo 14213

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$62K$469K

This home is worth more than 53% of homes in Buffalo 14213.

How it measures up in Buffalo 14213

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buffalo 14213.

Estimated value$151,572
CheaperTypical $145,194Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$94
CheaperTypical $96Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,620 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,132 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size3,675 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,790 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1887
OlderTypical 1900Newer

Newer than 21% of homes nearby

How 171 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeForestBuffalo 14213Erie County
Estimated valuepricier than$151,57246% of homes53% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9438% of homes47% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,620 ft²22% of homes23% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,675 ft²36% of homes46% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than188714% of homes21% of homes3% of homes

About 171 Forest Ave

How much is 171 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 171 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY is $151,572 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $122,479 to $180,665. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 171 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY last sell?

171 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY last sold on Jan 22, 2026 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 171 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY?

171 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,620 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 171 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY built?

171 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY was built in 1887, making it 139 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 171 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY?

171 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY is assigned to International School (elementary), rated F; Dr Antonia Pantoja Community School of Academic Excellence (middle), rated F; International Preparatory School at Grover Cleveland (high), rated F. All sit in Buffalo City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 171 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY compare to other homes in Buffalo 14213?

Among the 5,432 homes in Buffalo 14213, it is worth more than 53% of them ($151,572 against a typical $145,194), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($94 against a typical $96), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,620 ft² against a typical 2,132 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (3,675 ft² against a typical 3,790 ft²) and it is newer than 21% of them (1887 against a typical 1900). Measured against all of Erie County, it is worth more than 10% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 171 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY?

The 2026 property tax bill for 171 Forest Ave, Buffalo, NY was $535. The county assessed it at $162,000.

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