Buffalo, NY - Starin Central, Buffalo, WV
Buffalo, NY - Starin Central — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Buffalo, NY - Starin Central, Buffalo, West Virginia. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the West Virginia Real Estate Commission (WVREC) licensing database.
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Buffalo, NY - Starin Central Neighborhood Overview
Welcome to Buffalo, NY - Starin Central
Starin Central is a residential neighborhood located just north of downtown Buffalo, offering a classic urban living experience. Centered around the coordinates 42.8967, -78.8846 in ZIP code 14201, it provides a blend of historic housing stock and convenient city access.
Lifestyle & Amenities
Residents enjoy proximity to key destinations like Delaware Park, the Buffalo Museum of Science, and the shops and restaurants of the Hertel Avenue corridor. The neighborhood maintains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere while being just minutes from the energy of downtown Buffalo.
Real Estate Market
The median home value here is $278,300, representing a more accessible entry point into Buffalo's housing market compared to some adjacent areas. The area features a mix of well-maintained single-family homes, doubles, and apartment buildings, appealing to first-time buyers and investors.
Schools & Education
The neighborhood is served by the Buffalo Public Schools district, with local options including International School at 45 and Highgate Heights Elementary. Several well-regarded private and charter schools are also located within a short drive of the area.
Transportation & Connectivity
Starin Central is highly accessible via major routes like the Scajaquada Expressway (Route 198) and Main Street, providing quick car trips downtown or to the suburbs. Public transit options include NFTA Metro bus lines, and the neighborhood is very bike-friendly with its grid layout.
Why Choose Buffalo, NY - Starin Central
With a median household income of $34,092, the neighborhood offers an affordable, authentic Buffalo lifestyle with strong community roots. Its central location provides the perfect balance of residential calm and easy access to the city's best parks, cultural institutions, and amenities.
Buffalo, NY - Starin Central Market Data
| Metric | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $278K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Gross Rent | $917/mo | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Median Household Income | $34K | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Homeownership Rate | 20.2% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Renter-Occupied | 79.8% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 10.4% | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Type | Buyer's | U.S. Census ACS 2022 |
| Market Tier | Affordable | Top10Lists.us Classification |
| Primary ZIP Code | 14201 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Buffalo, NY - Starin Central, Buffalo
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Buffalo, NY - Starin Central
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: West Virginia Real Estate Commission (WVREC) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-04-17