The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 14063 sells for about $185,000, or $132 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.8% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 48 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $866 a month.
ZIP 14063 — Fredonia
The housing market in 14063 remains stable with modest price appreciation driven by limited inventory and consistent demand from university-related residents. While sales volume has seen a slight decline, the market remains competitive for well-priced single-family homes.
This ZIP is well-suited for university-affiliated staff, families seeking a small-town atmosphere, and retirees looking for affordable living with access to regional amenities.
Median prices moved up 2.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 48 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 5.4% · poverty 22.0% — a mixed stability 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 4.5%/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 2.5%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net outflow — more people moved out than in
ZCTA 14063, Chautauqua County NY
ACS 2024 5-year estimates. Aggregate published statistics for this ZIP — never individual records, and never an attribute of any individual property or resident.
Crime rates in the Fredonia area are generally lower than the national average, with property crime being the most frequently reported incident type.
The area is primarily served by the Fredonia Central School District, which maintains a solid reputation for academic performance and community engagement.
The region faces moderate risks related to winter weather and lake-effect snow, while flood risks are primarily localized to specific low-lying areas near creeks.
Economic momentum is anchored by the State University of New York at Fredonia, which serves as a major employer and driver of local cultural and economic activity.
Property taxes are levied by a combination of county, town, and school district jurisdictions, with rates reflecting the local reliance on property assessments to fund public education.
Commutes are primarily car-dependent, with easy access to NY-60 and I-90 providing connectivity to larger employment hubs in the Buffalo-Niagara region.
Residents enjoy proximity to the Barker Commons, local parks, and the nearby Lake Erie waterfront, which offers seasonal boating and recreational opportunities.
The rental market is heavily influenced by the university student population, leading to consistent demand and low vacancy rates for well-located units.
The economy is driven by the education sector, healthcare services, and small-scale manufacturing, with the university acting as the primary economic engine.
Public transit is limited, with regional bus services connecting to Dunkirk and Jamestown; most residents rely on personal vehicles.
Local planning focuses on historic preservation and the integration of student housing with the existing village infrastructure.
Parcels are subject to school district taxes, county taxes, and village/town levies, with no significant MUD/PID presence.
Insurance premiums are stable but reflect the regional risk of heavy winter snowfall and associated property damage.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
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.
Central village park hosting community events and concerts.
Major regional anchor providing cultural and educational resources.
Nearby waterfront access for camping and recreation.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.