The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 14227 sells for about $245,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.08% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 38 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,109 a month.
ZIP 14227 — Cheektowaga
The housing market in 14227 remains stable with moderate price appreciation and a healthy balance between buyers and sellers. Inventory levels are sufficient to meet demand, though the pace of sales has quickened compared to the previous year. Overall, the area continues to benefit from its affordability and strategic location within the Buffalo metro area.
This ZIP is ideal for middle-income families and commuters seeking suburban affordability with convenient access to Buffalo's employment centers and regional transit corridors.
Median prices moved up 2.1% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 38 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 3.4% · poverty 6.3% — 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 6.8%/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 4.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
in-migration and out-migration balanced
ZCTA 14227, Erie 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 in the Cheektowaga area is generally consistent with regional suburban Buffalo trends, with property crime being the primary concern. Safety levels are considered moderate compared to the urban core of Buffalo.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the Cheektowaga Central and Maryvale school districts, which generally maintain average state performance ratings.
The area faces standard regional risks including heavy winter snowfall and potential localized flooding in low-lying areas near creeks; property insurance premiums are influenced by these climate factors.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Buffalo Niagara International Airport and major logistics hubs, with steady infill development rather than large-scale new construction.
Property taxes are levied by the town, county, and school district, with the school district portion typically representing the largest share of the total tax burden.
Residents benefit from direct access to the I-90 and NY-33, providing a straightforward 15-20 minute commute to downtown Buffalo.
The area features access to the expansive Stiglmeier Park and various local community centers, with major shopping hubs located along the Walden Avenue corridor.
The rental market is characterized by tight inventory and moderate demand, with a mix of single-family rentals and multi-unit complexes.
The economy is anchored by logistics, healthcare, and retail sectors, with significant employment provided by the nearby airport and regional medical centers.
The area is well-served by major highway interchanges including I-90 and I-290, facilitating regional connectivity.
Development is focused on commercial revitalization along major arterial roads and modest residential infill.
The Erie County assessment regime utilizes a town-based system with periodic reassessments to maintain equity.
Parcels are subject to town, county, and school district taxes, with specific fire district levies applicable.
Property insurance rates are stable but reflect the regional risk of winter-related damage and localized flooding.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov 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.
Large municipal park with trails and recreational facilities.
Major regional shopping mall located in close proximity.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.