Getzville

About Getzville

Getzville is a small hamlet within the city of Amherst, in the western part of of New York. It's part of Erie County and Greater Buffalo-Cheektowaga. The community was named after Jacob and Franklin Goetz, who bought a parcel of land in the area in 1854 and built a large cooper shop and stave factory there.

Living and Working in Getzville

Getzville is conveniently located close to the University of Buffalo's North Campus, the Lockport Expressway and popular tourist attractions including Niagara Falls and the Buffalo Zoological Gardens. The community supports people of various faiths, with places of worship for the Roman Catholic, Jewish, Baptist, Protestant, Hindu and non-denominational spiritual communities. It's also known for its pleasant weather, easily accessible amenities and friendly community.

You'll find many job options in Getzville, with plenty of commercial centers in and near the community. Bryant & Stratton College - Amherst, which is located on Millersport Highway, gives Getzville a strong intellectual base. This factor, combined with the hamlet's central location and strong work-force, has attracted many businesses to Getzville. A number of large firms, including Paychex, KanJam and Legacy Studios, are based here. This diverse range of employers helps foster economic stability, and provide job seekers like you with plenty of opportunity.

Getzville has been named one of America's best cities for relocation, as well as one of its most energetic cities and most secure large metro areas.

Getzville Schools

The Williamsville Central School District serves the students of Getzville. There are no schools in Getzville itself, but local families are just a short drive from the district's elementary, middle and high schools in Williamsville and East Amherst. Getzville does have a number of early learning centers to give young children a head start on their education.

Resources for Moving to Getzville

Here are a few useful resources for planning your move to Getzville:

• Utilities: Getzville receives utility services from National Grid and the town of Amherst.
• Garbage and Recycling: The Amherst public works department facilitates waste collection services in Getzville, including trash, recyclables and seasonal yard waste pick-up.
• Transportation: The NFTA Metro is the main option for public transportation in and around Getzville.

Getzville Housing

Getzville's attractive residential homes are competitively priced, especially when compared with the rest of New York. Most residential areas in the community are close to shopping, restaurants and other local amenities. Large family homes with at least two bedrooms and generous plots of land are more common than condos and apartments in Getzville.