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$154,728$95 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

5118 ROUTE 242 E

ELLICOTTVILLE, NY 14731
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,636 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.
143.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1847
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$155K
$137K low$172K high

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$128,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$73,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$54,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$128,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$239,297

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyCattaraugus
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2001
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.143.34
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.Hot Water
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 580 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
West Valley Central SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 5.0 mi

District: West Valley Central School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 14731These 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.173
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.85
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.29%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,357
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.29 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,043
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,910
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 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

5118 Route 242 E 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 82% of homes in Ellicottville 14731
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Ellicottville 14731
  • Among the largest lots in Ellicottville 14731
  • Among the oldest homes in Ellicottville 14731

What homes are worth in Ellicottville 14731

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

This home
$77K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Ellicottville 14731.

How it measures up in Ellicottville 14731

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ellicottville 14731.

Estimated value$154,728
CheaperTypical $375,225Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$95
CheaperTypical $240Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,636 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,460 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size143.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1847
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 5118 Route 242 E ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEllicottville 14731Cattaraugus County
Estimated valuepricier than$154,72818% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$958% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,636 ft²56% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than143.34 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than1847almost no homesalmost no homes

About 5118 Route 242 E

How much is 5118 Route 242 E, Ellicottville, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5118 Route 242 E, Ellicottville, NY is $154,728 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $137,343 to $172,113. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5118 Route 242 E, Ellicottville, NY last sell?

5118 Route 242 E, Ellicottville, NY last sold on Apr 15, 2026, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5118 Route 242 E, Ellicottville, NY?

5118 Route 242 E, Ellicottville, NY has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,636 square feet of living space and a 143.34-acre lot.

When was 5118 Route 242 E, Ellicottville, NY built?

5118 Route 242 E, Ellicottville, NY was built in 1847, making it 179 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5118 Route 242 E, Ellicottville, NY?

5118 Route 242 E, Ellicottville, NY is assigned to West Valley Central School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in West Valley Central School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5118 Route 242 E, Ellicottville, NY compare to other homes in Ellicottville 14731?

Among the 2,657 homes in Ellicottville 14731, it is worth more than 18% of them ($154,728 against a typical $375,225), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($95 against a typical $240), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,636 ft² against a typical 1,460 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (143.34 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1847 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Cattaraugus County, it is worth more than 57% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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