The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 14228 sells for about $336,000, or $185 per square foot.
Prices are up +5.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 26 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,334 a month.
ZIP 14228 — Amherst
The 14228 housing market is currently experiencing strong demand, evidenced by a median sale price of $336,000 and a competitive sale-to-list ratio of 102%. Low inventory levels and the area's reputation for high-quality schools continue to drive price appreciation and rapid sales. Market sentiment remains optimistic as the region benefits from stable employment and ongoing development near the university corridor.
This ZIP is ideal for families seeking high-quality schools, university employees, and professionals who value suburban convenience with quick access to the Buffalo metropolitan core.
Median prices moved up 5.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 26 days on market with 3.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
15% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 102% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 7.4% · poverty 17.0% — 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 8.2%/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 3.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 14228, 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 rates in the Amherst area are generally lower than the national and regional averages, with the town consistently ranked as one of the safer communities in Western New York.
The area is served by highly-rated public school districts, including the Williamsville Central School District, which is recognized for strong academic performance and college readiness.
The region faces typical seasonal risks including heavy winter snowfall and occasional wind events, though flood risk is generally localized to specific low-lying areas near creeks.
Economic momentum is driven by the proximity to the University at Buffalo North Campus and a robust mix of professional services, healthcare, and retail development along the Niagara Falls Boulevard corridor.
Property taxes are levied by the Town of Amherst, Erie County, and the local school district; the area features a mix of residential and commercial assessments with standard New York State STAR exemptions available for eligible homeowners.
Residents benefit from direct access to the I-290 and I-990 expressways, providing efficient transit to downtown Buffalo and the surrounding suburban employment hubs.
The ZIP code features proximity to major shopping centers along Niagara Falls Boulevard, several local parks, and is within a short drive of the Audubon Golf Course and various community athletic facilities.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand driven by the university student population and young professionals, with moderate vacancy pressure and rising rent trajectories.
The economy is anchored by the University at Buffalo, healthcare systems, and a diverse retail sector, benefiting from the town's status as a major suburban employment center in Erie County.
The area is served by a network of major highways including I-290 and I-990, with public transit provided by the NFTA-Metro bus system connecting to the Buffalo light rail.
Ongoing development focuses on mixed-use projects along the Niagara Falls Boulevard corridor and infrastructure improvements to support continued suburban growth.
The Erie County assessment regime utilizes a town-wide revaluation process to maintain equitable property tax assessments across residential and commercial parcels.
Parcels are subject to town, county, and school district taxes, with additional special district levies for fire protection, water, and sewer services.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by the region's winter weather exposure, with competitive rates available through major national and regional carriers.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA 14228 profiles.
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.
Public golf course offering 18 holes and community facilities.
Major commercial corridor featuring extensive retail, dining, and service options.
Major regional employer and cultural hub located immediately adjacent to the ZIP.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.