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Moving to North Tonawanda, NY
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About North Tonawanda
North Tonawanda is a city in Niagara County, New York, with about 30,500 residents (2020 census), on the Niagara River at the western end of the Erie Canal. Named for Tonawanda Creek, its southern border, it blends a historic downtown (Webster Street), the Riviera Theatre, and Gateway Harbor with the Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum.
Home prices in North Tonawanda
The median listing price in North Tonawanda is $199,999.
Top places in North Tonawanda
- Gateway Harbor — Erie Canal harbor shared with the City of Tonawanda (shown in the Commons photos below).
- Riviera Theatre — 1926 movie palace with a Mighty Wurlitzer organ.
- Herschell Carrousel Factory Museum.
- Veterans Park on the Niagara River (shown in the Commons photo below).
- Downtown Webster Street shops and restaurants.
- Summer Canal Concerts at the harbor.
Commuting from North Tonawanda
- North Tonawanda sits roughly 15 miles north of downtown Buffalo. The drive is approximately 20–25 minutes via I-290 or Niagara Falls Boulevard (approximate; longer with traffic).
- NFTA Metro Bus routes serve the city. There is no Metro Rail service in North Tonawanda.
Schools in North Tonawanda
Public schools: North Tonawanda City 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.
North Tonawanda FAQs
- What is the housing market like in North Tonawanda, NY?
The median listing price in North Tonawanda is $199,999. Median listing price · Realtor.com · September 24, 2026 - How is the commute from North Tonawanda, NY?
North Tonawanda sits roughly 15 miles north of downtown Buffalo. The drive is approximately 20–25 minutes via I-290 or Niagara Falls Boulevard (approximate; longer with traffic). - Which school district serves North Tonawanda, NY?
North Tonawanda is served by North Tonawanda City School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the New York State Education Department.