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$1,149,746$242 / 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 90How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $156,000 on May 27, 2004

96 RUMSEY RD

BUFFALO, NY 14209
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
4,754 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1918
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.1M
$1M low$1.3M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$156,000 · May 27, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,605 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,334,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$381,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$953,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$804,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,334,000

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.0.38
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.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.Patio · 252 ft²Porch · 383 ft²

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

E
PS 17D
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.8 mi
M
Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing ArtsB
Middle · Grades 5–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Buffalo City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 14209These 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.159
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.81

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.7,416
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,514 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,488
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,865
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

96 Rumsey Rd 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Erie County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Erie County
  • Among the largest homes in Erie County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Albright
  • Older than 84% of homes in Erie County

What homes are worth in Buffalo 14209

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

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$71K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Buffalo 14209.

How it measures up in Buffalo 14209

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Buffalo 14209.

Estimated value$1,149,746
CheaperTypical $298,234Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$242
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area4,754 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,384 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 3,964 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1918
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 96 Rumsey Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlbrightBuffalo 14209Erie County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,149,74687% of homes96% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24254% of homes76% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than4,754 ft²92% of homes92% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac95% of homes93% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than191869% of homes59% of homes16% of homes

About 96 Rumsey Rd

How much is 96 Rumsey Rd, Buffalo, NY worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 96 Rumsey Rd, Buffalo, NY is $1,149,746 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,031,544 to $1,267,948. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 96 Rumsey Rd, Buffalo, NY last sell?

96 Rumsey Rd, Buffalo, NY last sold on May 27, 2004 for $156,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 96 Rumsey Rd, Buffalo, NY?

96 Rumsey Rd, Buffalo, NY has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, 4,754 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 96 Rumsey Rd, Buffalo, NY built?

96 Rumsey Rd, Buffalo, NY was built in 1918, making it 108 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 96 Rumsey Rd, Buffalo, NY?

96 Rumsey Rd, Buffalo, NY is assigned to PS 17 (elementary), rated D; Buffalo Academy for the Visual & Performing Arts (middle), rated B. All sit in Buffalo City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 96 Rumsey Rd, Buffalo, NY compare to other homes in Buffalo 14209?

Among the 1,792 homes in Buffalo 14209, it is worth more than 96% of them ($1,149,746 against a typical $298,234), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($242 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 92% of them (4,754 ft² against a typical 2,384 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 3,964 ft²) and it is newer than 59% of them (1918 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of Erie County, it is worth more than almost all 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 96 Rumsey Rd, Buffalo, NY?

The 2025 property tax bill for 96 Rumsey Rd, Buffalo, NY was $12,605. The county assessed it at $1,334,000.

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