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Hi, I am moving to Buffalo in the spring of 08 and know absolutely nothing about the area. I am married and have a 4yr old. I was wondering what areas were good and which one's to avoid. If possible, I would like to live in an area that's within walking distance to grocery stores, shops, and restaurants. I am looking to spend about $80,000 on a house. Also, if I cannot afford anything in a decent area in the city, I would consider any surrounding suburbs. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks.
Is it important to live in the city? There are many areas that you could get into for 80k, as far as the city imho i would avoid the east side, and the west side - certain areas of south and north buffalo are still very nice. As far as the burbs, you could easily get into a home in Cheektowaga, Depew as well as a few others. Most of the city is cheaper than the burbs out here. However there are some gorgeous city homes that run into the hundred of thousands, so there is quite a mix
Colleen
Hi, I am moving to Buffalo in the spring of 08 and know absolutely nothing about the area. I am married and have a 4yr old. I was wondering what areas were good and which one's to avoid. If possible, I would like to live in an area that's within walking distance to grocery stores, shops, and restaurants. I am looking to spend about $80,000 on a house. Also, if I cannot afford anything in a decent area in the city, I would consider any surrounding suburbs. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks.
Kenmore would be a good fit for you. The Ken-Ton school district is a decent school district for the money.
The problem with any of the city neighborhoods are the schools. I would recommend North Buffalo and the Elmwood Village (both great areas) but you will need to send your kid to private school unless they can get into the few good public schools.
Is it important to live in the city? There are many areas that you could get into for 80k, as far as the city imho i would avoid the east side, and the west side - certain areas of south and north buffalo are still very nice. As far as the burbs, you could easily get into a home in Cheektowaga, Depew as well as a few others. Most of the city is cheaper than the burbs out here. However there are some gorgeous city homes that run into the hundred of thousands, so there is quite a mix
Colleen
Living in the city is not real important. It's just that I really like being able to walk to places. I'm not crazy about suburbs, strip malls, having to drive to get grocerys, etc.
Living in the city is not real important. It's just that I really like being able to walk to places. I'm not crazy about suburbs, strip malls, having to drive to get grocerys, etc.
You need to come see the area. Buffalo isn't walker friendly with everything in one place. This area is car-loving. You are going to have to compromise somewhere.... either go for walking to small stores and things like libraries, churches, etc... or live by a supermarket!
Towns with actual "downtowns" in your price range: Kenmore, City of Tonawanda, Depew near Lancaster Village -- Lancaster has the town/Depew has the grocery stores..... My one kid loves W. Seneca, only I know nothing about it. Alden has a town and it is small but nice; the grocery is down the road.
Living in the city is not real important. It's just that I really like being able to walk to places. I'm not crazy about suburbs, strip malls, having to drive to get grocerys, etc.
You will have to drive somewhat nearly anywhere in the Buffalo area. However, I still think Kenmore would be your best bet. Small stores on Delaware Avenue and large "Big Box stores" less than a mile away in North Buffalo. You could get by without having a car there if you wanted to.
Kenmore, Amherst, or North Buffalo. I don't live in Buffalo or anywhere near it, but I do know people in the area.
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