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Is Buffalo, NY (Eggertsville South) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Hoodscore
94

Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe615
Medium776
Low847
Other2196

0 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape0
Child involved0
Assault0
Other0

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime dateCrime descriptionAddressCrime category
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services requested near Meadow Lane for a 74-year-old female who is unable to walk.Meadow Ln, Buffalo, NY 14223Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, a fire alarm system activated at a fitness center in a Sheridan Drive plaza, and a manager reported no visible smoke or fire while evacuating people as a precaution.Sheridan Dr, Tonawanda Town, NY 14223Fire
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a possible traffic stop at or near the intersection of Lake and Minnesota Avenue in Buffalo, New York.Minnesota Ave, Buffalo, NYTraffic
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews were dispatched to a reported fire alarm activation at a fitness center on Sheridan Drive in the Sheridan Plaza. A manager reported no visible smoke or fire and was evacuating the building, and the operation was later canceled.Sheridan Dr, Tonawanda Town, NY 14223Fire
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, units were dispatched to a Planet Fitness on Sheridan Drive for a reported alarm activation, after the manager requested fire department response.Sheridan Dr, Tonawanda Town, NY 14223Fire
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency units are responding to a possible medical emergency for a woman in her forties with chest pain and trouble breathing near Willow Breeze Road by Delaware and Vader in Buffalo, New York.Willow Breeze Rd, Buffalo, NY 14223Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, officers are dispatched to a welfare check at a hotel near Main Street, where a caller reports her daughter is in a room and people outside are allegedly threatening to kick in the door and beat her up.Main St, Buffalo, NY 14226Assault Report
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, a possible medical emergency near North Forest Road involving an elderly female who fell and has neck pain.N Forest Rd, Buffalo, NY 14221Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency medical services responded to a female who fell and appeared to have neck pain near North Forest Road.N Forest Rd, Buffalo, NY 14221Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer conducts a possible traffic stop with a vehicle on I-290 eastbound near Main Street in New York.I-290, New YorkTraffic

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Median Home Price
$508,547
Average Rent
$1,481
Vacancy Rate
3.9%

Eggertsville South Overview

Eggertsville South is a suburban neighborhood in Buffalo, NY, with mostly medium to large single-family homes built between 1940 and 1969.

The area has a median home price of $508,547 and an average rent of $1,481, with a low vacancy rate of 3.9% indicating above-average demand.

SuburbanEstablished HomesOwner Occupied

Quick Facts

Suburban DensityYes
Vacancy Rate3.9%

Housing market and real estate character

Eggertsville South's housing stock is primarily owner occupied, featuring medium to large single-family homes mostly built before 1970.

Owner Occupied RateMajority
Housing TypeMedium to large single-family homes and small apartment buildings
Housing AgeMostly built 1940-1969

What buyers will notice right away

Homes are mostly older, well-established, and owner occupied, indicating residential stability.
Low vacancy rate suggests strong demand which may affect pricing or new construction.

Families & Lifestyle

Eggertsville South attracts urban sophisticates, executives, and families with school-aged children.

Urban Sophisticates — More urban sophisticates live here than 99.1% of U.S. neighborhoods, reflecting a cultured and affluent community.
Family Friendly — The neighborhood is a good choice for families with school-aged children.
Executive & Professional Occupations67.3%

Demographics

Executive & Professional Share67.3%
Income RankTop 15% in U.S.
Child Poverty Rate8.0%
Top Languages["English (95.1%)","Polish (16.6%)"]
Top Ancestries["German (21.2%)","Irish (17.7%)","Italian (14.1%)","English (10.3%)","Polish (8.6%)","Lebanese (1.8%)","Eastern European (1.8%)"]

Commute

Most residents have a short commute and primarily drive alone to work.

Eggertsville South offers a convenient commute for most residents, with a majority driving alone and spending less time commuting than average.

Short Commutes — 62.3% of commuters spend between 15 and 30 minutes traveling to work.
Car Dependent — Most residents (72.3%) drive alone, reflecting typical suburban transportation patterns.
Main Commute Time15-30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate72.3%

Homes for sale near 14261

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$230,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,412 sqft
14261 Hickory Links Ct APT 1223
Fort Myers, FL, 33912
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$815,000
5 bd | 4 ba | 3,546 sqft
14261 Swiss Bridge Dr
Riverview, FL, 33579
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$550,000
2 bd | 4 ba | 1,922 sqft
14261 Currant Street
Broomfield, CO, 80020
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$329,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,661 sqft
14261 Hickory Links CT #1211
Fort Myers, FL, 33912
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$769,900
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,078 sqft
237 Rachel Vincent Way
Buffalo, NY, 14261
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$179,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 797 sqft
4613 Chestnut Ridge Rd APT K
Buffalo, NY, 14261
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$279,900
4 bd | 2 ba | 1,860 sqft
264 Saint Lawrence Ave
Buffalo, NY, 14261
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$179,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 797 sqft
4617 Chestnut Ridge Rd APT F
Buffalo, NY, 14261
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$429,777
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,820 sqft
56 Niagara Shore Dr #56
Buffalo, NY, 14261
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$629,900
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,080 sqft
226 Rachel Vincent Way
Buffalo, NY, 14261
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$185,000
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,016 sqft
4545 Chestnut Ridge #114A
Buffalo, NY, 14261
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$263,000
3 bd | 2 ba | 1,218 sqft
405 Grover Cleveland Hwy
Buffalo, NY, 14261
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$184,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 797 sqft
4623 Chestnut Ridge Rd APT D
Buffalo, NY, 14261
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$686,500
3 bd | 3 ba | 2,311 sqft
262 Rachel Vincent Way
Buffalo, NY, 14261
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$269,900
2 bd | 2 ba | 1,332 sqft
27 Hickory Hill Rd APT H
Buffalo, NY, 14261
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the median home price in Eggertsville South?

The median home price is $508,547.

What types of homes are common in Eggertsville South?

Medium to large single-family homes built mostly between 1940 and 1969.

How long is the average commute?

Most residents commute between 15 and 30 minutes.

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