The Buffalo Real Estate Division operates as a key entity within the City of Buffalo’s Department of Administration, Finance, Policy and Urban Affairs. Specializing in the management of city-owned real property, the division plays a vital role in helping shape the urban landscape through responsible stewardship of municipal real estate assets. Its primary functions include the acquisition, sale, and leasing of surplus properties, ensuring they align with the city’s development goals and contribute to neighborhood revitalization. Additionally, the Division supports economic development initiatives by working with local businesses, developers, and residents to return underutilized or vacant land to productive use.

With a strong emphasis on transparency and community benefit, the division coordinates public bidding processes for surplus city properties and facilitates access to real estate for affordable housing, green space, and infrastructure projects. It also coordinates with other governmental departments to provide real estate services that support public works and municipal planning. Through these services, the Division helps promote sustainable growth and redevelopment in Buffalo’s diverse neighborhoods.

Key Services:

– Management and oversight of city-owned real estate assets
– Coordination of property sales, leases, and acquisitions
– Public bidding and auction facilitation for surplus properties
– Support for urban redevelopment and revitalization projects
– Partnership with other city departments on real estate needs
– Assistance to residents and developers in acquiring city-owned land
– Promotion of economic development and affordable housing initiatives
– Inventory maintenance and record-keeping of municipal property holdings