EVICTION COSTS
BUFFALO NY —
THE REAL NUMBER
Most Erie County landlords significantly underestimate what a full eviction costs. When you add court fees, attorney fees, lost rent, carrying costs, and make-ready repairs, the total often exceeds $10,000–$20,000. NCB closes in 7 days — and ends every one of those costs simultaneously.
The court filing fee for an eviction in Erie County is a small fraction of the true cost. When all components are accounted for — including the months of carrying costs during the process — a full eviction in Buffalo NY routinely costs $10,000–$20,000+ for a single-unit rental.
Filing a summary proceeding in Erie County Housing Court costs approximately $45–$95 in filing fees depending on the case type. Process service to formally notify the tenant adds $75–$150. These are the smallest components of total eviction cost.
Uncontested evictions handled by an Erie County attorney typically run $1,500–$2,500 in legal fees. Contested cases — especially those involving warranty of habitability defenses, multiple hearings, or appeals — can easily reach $5,000–$10,000+ in attorney fees over a 6–9 month proceeding.
At an average Buffalo rent of $1,100/month, a 6-month eviction process represents $6,600 in lost rental income. This is often the single largest cost component. Combined with the continued expenses below, the financial impact compounds every month the process runs.
While the eviction runs, every property expense continues: mortgage payment, Erie County property taxes, homeowner’s insurance, and utilities if the landlord is responsible. On a typical Buffalo rental, this adds $1,000–$2,500/month in ongoing costs against zero revenue — $6,000–$15,000 over a 6-month eviction.
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How much does an eviction cost in Buffalo NY?
A full eviction in Erie County typically costs $10,000–$20,000+ when all components are included: $45–$95 in court filing fees, $75–$150 in process service, $1,500–$5,000+ in attorney fees for contested cases, $3,300–$9,900 in lost rent over 3–9 months, and $3,000–$15,000+ in continued carrying costs during the process. Make-ready repairs after the tenant vacates add additional cost.
Can I recover eviction costs from the tenant in New York?
You can seek a money judgment for unpaid rent and actual damages in Erie County Housing Court. However, collecting a money judgment against a tenant with no attachable income or assets is often futile in practice. Many Erie County landlords write off back rent and legal fees as an uncollectable loss after completing the eviction.
Is selling during eviction cheaper than completing the process?
In many cases, yes — especially when the eviction is contested or in early stages. NCB’s 7-day close stops all carrying costs, legal fees, and lost rent immediately. Compare the as-is offer to your projected total eviction cost including 6+ months of carrying costs. For many Erie County landlords, the net difference is smaller than expected.
What are the attorney fees for an eviction in Erie County Buffalo NY?
Uncontested evictions handled by an Erie County attorney typically run $1,500–$2,500 in legal fees for straightforward non-payment cases. Contested evictions — involving warranty of habitability counterclaims, multiple hearing dates, or appeals — can reach $5,000–$10,000+ in legal fees. Fee arrangements vary by attorney — flat fee vs. hourly billing significantly affects total cost.
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