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This week the TV show, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition was in Buffalo, NY. Buffalo is often called "the city of Good Neighbors" and the proof is the Buffalo show has had more volunteer sign ups then in any other city in the county. The extra workers meant that extra properties, not just the selected TV house, can have mini-makeovers. In the surrounding blocks; yards were raked, porches were painted, and new roofs put on. This neighborhood had definitely seen better times and finally got a much deserved boost.

I was fortunate enough to help them on Monday. I was assigned to the "community revitalization team". Yes, I raked lawns and scraped old paint off a house. I was a part of something that could possible turn that whole area around. The team I was on was proud to do this work and felt great about our contributions.

Not to diminish this part of the day in any way but...

A little before lunch our group was asked to be extras in a scene the on-site director was shooting. In the scene, Ty Pennington was demonstrating how a piece of furniture will be made and included in the new house. They blocked out the scene, rehearsed, tweaked, and re-shot the scene a couple of times. In two of the takes, Ty was standing right beside me! Yep - I was elbow to elbow with him! And yes, he is as energetic and goofy as he appears to be.

In case you didn't know - No, he does not do a lot of the physical manual labor but he did seem to know a lot about the woodworking and creative process that goes into creating a room. (above photo not taken by me)

With all my luck, my part will be on the cutting room floor but that's OK. Helping the area, assisting those who need help and just being part of this terrific program was enough for me.

It was a great day. I definitely plan on going back later in the week. I enjoyed helping the community and shooting a scene was a fun bonus - slight compensation for my blisters.

Massachusetts Avenue Buffalo NY

Extreme Home Makeover - Buffalo NY

Home owners on Massachusetts Avenue on the West Side of Buffalo will be putting up with a lot of noise, additional traffic and a lot of attention on their neighborhood. this week. Local companies will be featured included Buffalo ReUse and David Homes. Buffalo once again proves it is a City of Good Neighbors with over 4,000 volunteers working on this project!

Read Also: Alumnus' Company Selected As Builder For Extreme Makeover: Home Edition - Buffalo

Current Market Conditions on Massachusetts Avenue

So I thought it might be interesting to see what has happened in Real Estate on this street in Buffalo NY.

• Currently there are 3 homes for sale on Massachusetts Avenue, one single and two doubles with an average list price of $33,433 ranging from a low of $22,500 to a high of $39,900.
• There is currently 1 pending sale, which was listed for $6,900.
• According to the MLS this year there has been two closed sales with an average closed price of $12,875 ranging from $4,500 (8 days on the market) to $21,250 (373 days on the market).

More about this Home Makeover

"Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" arrived in Buffalo, New York Saturday November 7, 2009 to meet Delores Powell, a Jamaican immigrant and community activist whose home is barely livable despite the work and repairs she has poured into it over the past five and a half years. In just seven days, team leader Ty Pennington, the design team, and hundreds of local volunteers lead by David Homes, will rebuild the crumbling home of Delores and her four children - providing them with the solid foundation with which to build and support their dreams.

Well the good news is that the new home being built for this family will bring up the values as long as the rest of the neighborhood improves along side this home. There are almost 4,000 volunteers working on this project, so hopefully the love will spread throughout the neighborhood.

Read Also: Family Announced on Massachusetts Avenue

Massachusetts Avenue Homes for Sale

	288 Massachusetts Buffalo, 14213 NY $ 22,500 Built in 1900 1750 sq. feet 4 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B339401 (IDX)
	155 Massachusetts Buffalo, 14213 NY $ 37,900 2 Unit(s) Built in 1877 1654 sq. feet MLS Number: B341004 (IDX)
	209 Massachusetts Buffalo, 14213 NY $ 39,900 2 Unit(s) Built in 1900 3208 sq. feet MLS Number: B347285 (IDX)

Additional Stories about this Extreme Home Makeover:

• Extreme Home Makeover in the City of Buffalo

• Lights, Camera Action!

• Congratulations Powell Family!
  

Latest Information on this project »

This is an upper/lower multi-family home which can easily be changed to a single family. Easily accomodate single-family living or upstairs tenants. Good for growing family or for income property. Needs interior work (wash smoke-filled walls, dust, paint ceilings and some walls, rugs need to be replaced or deep-cleaned). Lived in for 20+ years by single male smoker and well-taken care of except dusting/washing/painting inside. Hasn't rented upper in years, upstairs needs work. Dark hardwood floors and paneling downstairs in nice condition. Large tiled kitchen, lots of cupboards, archway to living room. Includes appliances and may include some furniture. Owner looking to move out-of-state. Doesn't want to deal with tenants. Fenced in yard and driveway. 2 Car garage in great condition and well-kept. Walking distance to playground and mini-mart. Close to grocery stores, restaurants, etc. Only 15 minute drive to downtown Buffalo taking expressway, public transportation available with short walk to corner. Kids and teens in neighborhood. Please email fivekitten at yahoo dot com for information. Only asking $20,000 to sell fast and pay for move, but the property is assessed at over $30,000. Should be easy to get bank loan. To directly access this property, use this shortcut: http://www.fizber.com/alabama-buy-farm-ranch-home-11649080.html

Community Profile - Historic Allentown

Allentown Lifestyle:

Allentown is situated in the heart of Buffalo and is a desirable location to call home in Western New York. In Allentown both Residential homes and and trendy businesses make this a thriving community. Their website says it best:

Simultaneously high society and bohemian, the Allentown Historic Preservation District located in Buffalo, New York boasts one of the best examples of urbanization in Western New York.

Designated a local preservation district in 1978 and listed on the National Registry of Historic Places in 1980, Allentown is one of the first and largest residential historic districts in the United States.

Known for its popular Secrets of Allentown Tour of Homes held in early fall and the funky Allen West Festival held on Allen Street from Elmwood to Wadsworth in mid-June, the Allentown Association relies greatly on fundraising events such as these and membership contributions.

74 Mariner St Buffalo, 14201 NY $ 244,888 Built in 1850 2394 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 2 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B338524 (IDX)
	60 Irving Buffalo, 14201 NY $ 299,000 Built in 1890 2808 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B344377 (IDX)
111 PARK Buffalo, 14201 NY $ 325,000 Built in 1850 2318 sq. feet 2 Bedrooms, 1 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B347810 (IDX)
	156 PARK Buffalo, 14201 NY $ 399,900 Built in 1880 3084 sq. feet 5 Bedrooms, 0 Full Bath(s) , 0 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B326847 (IDX)
186 North Buffalo, 14201 NY $ 339,000 Built in 1878 2539 sq. feet 3 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bath(s) , 1 Half Bath(s) MLS Number: B336905 (IDX)

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