$132,339Average Value$104Average Price per Sq Ft7Homes For Sale
In the heart of Buffalo’s “Iron Island”
Lovejoy is known as Buffalo’s “Iron Island,” a nickname originating from the collection of railroads surrounding the neighborhood. Buffalo’s rich past in the rail industry can be seen throughout the area, from the train tracks that run alongside residential areas to the historic Buffalo Central Terminal that rises over the Lovejoy skyline. Once a gathering place for the families of industrial workers, Lovejoy has seen a recent resurgence for New York homebuyers looking for an accessible price tag. “Lovejoy was a very strong rental neighborhood, but 10, 15 years ago when the home values in Buffalo went up, people moved to Lovejoy because it was more of an entry-level home as far as price points. When houses in North Buffalo are 250,000, someone has the chance to own a house in Lovejoy for 100,000 or 150,000,” says Matthew Reitz, a Sales Agent with BNYP Properties.
Lovejoy homes reflect early 20th century styles
Many homes in the area were former industrial properties built between 1900 and 1930, and share design details with Cape Code and American Four Squares, such as simple shapes and dormer windows. Several properties are doubles and have 5 to 7 bedrooms that can be occupied by multiple families at once. Homes are rarely decorated the same way, with owners painting their porches fire engine-red or planting native scrubs alongside their front steps. “Lovejoy is a beautiful neighborhood with a great sense of community. There are a lot of homebuyers over there that have little cute gardens, and there’s a pride of ownership.” says Ayat Nieves, a Licensed Real Estate Salesperson with Keller Williams Realty. Some homes are built on double lots that allow homebuyers to build additional driveways or garages alongside fenced-in backyards. Homes in the Lovejoy range between $100,000 to $170,000, while some older single-family homes can sell for under $100,000.
Some Lovejoy properties are doubles that can be occupied by multiple families.
Lovejoy homeowners often plant native scrubs alongside their front steps
Some of the most sought after homes in Lovejoy are right next to and around Hennepin Park.
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Interstates 90 and 190 connect to downtown Buffalo
U.S. Route 62, known locally as Bailey Avenue, runs directly through Lovejoy. This street has multiple bus stops for Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA-Metro), which offers routes throughout Buffalo. New York State Route 33 and Interstates 90 and 190 are also nearby for residents who prefer driving. Downtown Buffalo, Niagara River and Lake Erie are only five miles away.
Bus lines in Lovejoy offer short rides to downtown.
Lovejoy is surrounded by train tracks and some container terminals.
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Lovejoy Discovery School has an old main building and a modern extension.
Discovery School supports Native American students
Lovejoy is served by Buffalo Public Schools. Neighborhood families can send their children to P.S. 43 Lovejoy Discovery School, which covers kindergarten through eighth grade and earns a C from Niche. The school offers a Native American Resource Program, or NARP, which offers academic support, mentorship programs and Seneca Language Instruction. After eighth grade, students can enter a lottery system to determine what public high school they will attend. East Community High School, which has a C-plus score on Niche, is a nearby general education high school.
Roasted lamb at Yemen Café is a local favorite
Lovejoy residents take advantage of several nearby markets for grocery shopping. Broadway runs along the north side of Lovejoy, giving locals access to Broadway Market, Aldi and numerous locally-owned retail stores. Lovejoy is just north of the Clinton Bailey Farmers & Flea Market on Clinton Street, which is open Saturday mornings from November to April and operates seven days a week the rest of the year. Market vendors offer fresh fruits and vegetables, homemade jam and maple syrup, and seasonal goods like locally grown Christmas trees.
Many dining options in Lovejoy are businesses operated by community members. The As-Salam Diner on Bailey Avenue has a variety of curry, tandoori and tikka dishes. Yemen Café and Bakery on Broadway specializes in Yemeni food, including their signature slow-roasted lamb. Club 77 Bar & Grill, which is also on Broadway, is a local favorite for hot bar food and specialty drinks.
As-Salam in Lovejoy serves a variety of Indian food.
The lamb dishes at Yemen Cafe in Lovejoy are a local signature
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Swim at Lovejoy Pool no matter the weather
Lovejoy is home to a handful of city parks, including Hennepin Park on Bailey Avenue. This space has been loved by the community for years and has a playground and tennis and basketball courts. The park is located next to the Hennepin Community Center, which offers community events, childcare and special programs like free dental cleanings. On Gold Street, locals will find Lovejoy Pool, a unique Art Deco building that serves as the community aquatic center. The indoor pool has year-round open and lap swim hours, including during the winter.
There is a playground next the community center in Lovejoy.
Lovejoy Pool is in a beautiful Streamline Deco building that used to be a movie theatre.
Hennepin Park offers a lot of different sport courts, including tennis and basketball
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Parks in this Area
Mary Jean Sloan Park
Multi-Purpose Field
Sloan Village Park
Hennepin Park
Walden Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Cheektowaga Town Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Pool
Hank Nowak Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Soccer
Franczyk Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Playground
Seneca Bluffs Natural Habitat Park
Transit
Airport
Buffalo Niagara International
17 min drive
Bus
929 Bailey Ave
Bus
James E Casey & Thielman Dr
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Dingens St & Willett St
Bus
Broadway & Greene St
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Dingens St & Weiss St
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Bailey Ave & Dingens St
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East Lovejoy St & Gold St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lovejoy
US
Homicide
8
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lovejoy, Buffalo sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Lovejoy, Buffalo over the last 12 months is $134,812, up 16% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome home! This 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home in Buffalo boasts large living room that opens to formal dining room. Large kitchen with ample space and pantry. Two bedrooms and full bath round out first floor. Upstairs find huge primary bedroom, as well as second great-sized bed and a half bathroom. Partial basement with updated mechanics. Double lot provides great outdoor space, with nice shed.
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Welcome to 54 Brownell Street in Buffalo, NY! This is a beautiful 5 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom house for rent. That's correct a 5 bedroom house with 2,000 square feet of living space! When you first enter the house you are welcomed into the living room area which is spacious and has plenty of natural light with beautiful flooring! Past the living room is the kitchen which has plenty of cabinet space,
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,219
Median Age
36
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
14.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$33,636
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$50,459
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
79.2%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.3%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.3%
% Population in Labor Force
57.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
40''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
80°F
Annual Snowfall
188''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
58/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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