Elma

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Elma, NY

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An idyllic community on the cusp of Buffalo

Historic Charming Affordable Rural Scenic Family-Friendly

Located in the heart of Erie County, Elma is a pastoral community with a tranquil atmosphere. Residents enjoy Elma’s small-town feel along with its proximity to big-city amenities in Buffalo. Elma is largely residential, offering a slew of old-fashioned homes and nearby apartments available for rent in a peaceful environment.

The community provides great opportunities for outdoor recreation at Elma Village Green, Elma Centennial Park, and Como Lake Park. Suburban-style shopping centers abound in nearby Depew, Lancaster, and West Seneca. Convenience to U.S. Route 20 and the Aurora Expressway connects Elma to Greater Buffalo within minutes.

Transportation

20

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

Walking is difficult in this neighborhood, which is considered a car-dependent area.

29

Somewhat Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Elma Primary School

Public

Grades K-4

287 Students

8
out of 10

Iroquois Intermediate School

Public

Grades PK & 5

200 Students

7
out of 10

Iroquois Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

450 Students

5
out of 10

Iroquois Senior High School

Public

Grades 9-12

663 Students

8
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Knox Farm State Park
  • Explore & More Children's Museum
  • Hawk Creek Wildlife Center
  • Reinstein Woods Environmental Education Center

Airports

  • Buffalo Niagara International
  • Niagara Falls International

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