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Moving to Newfane, NY
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About Newfane
Newfane is a town in northern Niagara County, New York, on Lake Ontario, with about 9,700 residents. Apple-orchard country with a classic Main Street hamlet at its center and the lakeside resort hamlet of Olcott (Olcott Beach) on its shore — the town's summer playground.
Home prices in Newfane
The median listing price in Newfane is $100,000.
Top places in Newfane
- Main Street, Newfane — the hamlet's village center (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Olcott Beach — Lake Ontario swimming, marina, and the lighthouse (in the Town of Newfane).
- Krull Park in Olcott.
- Apple orchards along the Seaway Trail.
- NY 78 corridor (shown in the Commons photo below).
Commuting from Newfane
- Newfane sits roughly 35 miles north of downtown Buffalo. The drive is approximately 45–55 minutes via NY 78 (approximate; longer with traffic).
- There is no Metro Rail or regular NFTA bus service; commuters drive.
Schools in Newfane
Public schools: Newfane Central School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Newfane FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Newfane, NY?
The median listing price in Newfane is $100,000. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from Newfane, NY?
Newfane sits roughly 35 miles north of downtown Buffalo. The drive is approximately 45–55 minutes via NY 78 (approximate; longer with traffic). - Which school district serves Newfane, NY?
Newfane is served by Newfane Central School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
Town links
Town government
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Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.