The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 14222 sells for about $238,000, or $158 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.3% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 19 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,350 a month.
This ZIP has no home sales of its own, so its market figures come from Buffalo, New York (city-level). Population, rents, hazards, lending and amenities are this ZIP's own readings.
ZIP 14222 — Buffalo
The 14222 housing market remains highly competitive with low inventory and strong demand for historic urban housing. While median listing prices have seen slight fluctuations, the area's high walkability and proximity to major employment hubs continue to drive buyer interest. Note that some specific metrics like months of supply and exact sales counts are derived from broader Buffalo market trends where ZIP-specific data was not explicitly published.
This ZIP is ideal for young professionals, academics, and urban-minded families who prioritize walkability, cultural amenities, and proximity to the medical campus over suburban space.
Median prices moved up 3.3% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 19 days on market with 2.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
21% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 101.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 6.6% · poverty 12.8% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 9.3%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 14222, Erie County NY
Crime rates in the Elmwood Village area are generally lower than the Buffalo city average, though property crime remains a common urban concern.
The area is served by the Buffalo Public Schools district, with several highly-rated magnet and specialized schools located nearby.
The area has low wildfire risk but faces standard urban flood risks associated with aging infrastructure and heavy lake-effect snow events.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus and ongoing revitalization of the Elmwood Avenue commercial corridor.
Property taxes are levied by Erie County, the City of Buffalo, and the Buffalo City School District, with rates reflecting the high municipal tax burden typical of New York State.
Residents enjoy high walkability and access to NFTA Metro Rail and bus lines, with a short commute to downtown Buffalo employment hubs.
The ZIP features immediate access to Delaware Park, the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, and the vibrant shopping and dining districts of Elmwood Village.
The rental market is highly competitive due to the large student and young professional population, with low vacancy rates and steady rent growth.
The economy is anchored by the Buffalo Niagara Medical Campus, higher education institutions, and a growing professional services sector.
The area is well-served by major bus corridors and is in close proximity to the Kensington Expressway (NY-33) for regional access.
Development is focused on adaptive reuse of historic structures and high-density residential infill projects.
The Erie County assessment regime relies on periodic reassessments, though many municipalities utilize equalization rates.
Parcels are subject to Buffalo City School District taxes and various municipal utility service districts.
Property insurance premiums are moderate but rising due to regional weather-related claims and aging housing stock.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 14222 profile.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Great Wolf Lodge | Niagara4.417.1 mi
- Safari Niagara4.49.6 mi
- Niagara SkyWheel4.615.8 mi
- Fallsview Indoor Waterpark3.915.8 mi
- Sun Retreats Sherkston Shores4.313.6 mi
- Fallsview Casino Resort4.315.6 mi
- KeyBank Center4.52.8 mi
- Safari Niagara4.49.6 mi
- Buffalo RiverWorks4.13.1 mi
- Niagara Falls Convention Centre4.415.4 mi
- Peace Bridge4.31.7 mi
- Safari Niagara4.49.6 mi
- Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino3.92.8 mi
- The Buffalo Zoo4.31.9 mi
- Buffalo AKG Art Museum4.61.2 mi
- Safari Niagara4.49.6 mi
- Buffalo AKG Art Museum4.61.2 mi
- Canalside4.62.6 mi
- Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens4.66.5 mi
- Buffalo Museum of Science4.61.7 mi
- Buffalo and Erie County Botanical Gardens4.66.5 mi
- Northtown Center at Amherst4.47.2 mi
- Solé Sand Bar at Woodlawn Beach4.28.8 mi
- Reinstein Woods Nature Preserve4.88.1 mi
- Freedom Park4.51.4 mi
- Erie Basin Marina4.62.5 mi
- Sturgeon Point Marina4.617.7 mi
- Sugarloaf Harbour Marina4.619.4 mi
- Buffalo Yacht Club4.51.8 mi
- Buffalo Launch Club4.75.5 mi
- Legends on the Niagara Golf Course4.612.2 mi
- Delaware Park4.71.7 mi
- Diamond Hawk Golf Course & Pub "The Hawk"4.28.3 mi
- Pendleton Creek Golf and Pub4.610.9 mi
- Glen Oak Golf Club4.312.4 mi
- Walden Galleria4.35.8 mi
- McKinley Mall3.89.6 mi
- T.J. Maxx4.26.3 mi
- Primark4.55.8 mi
- Burlington3.85.6 mi
- Buffalo Niagara International Airport4.47.4 mi
- Niagara Falls International Airport4.213.7 mi
- Niagara Helicopters Limited4.517.4 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
A massive Olmsted-designed park serving as the city's primary green space.
A highly walkable district known for independent boutiques and restaurants.
A world-class modern art museum located within the ZIP.
Key-figure check: median price diverges 11.4% from the nearest retained anchor (published ten-year series (2025)) — beyond the 12.5% tolerance; an automated validation case is open and the value publishes pending its verdict. Validation: the flagged $479,000 could not be independently corroborated and was removed pending review (no prior-cycle value to revert to); the case is under review in the Command Center.