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Greater Olean Area Guide
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“Olean, New York... the Enterprising City with the Hometown Touch.” That sums up the unique quality of life
citizens enjoy in Olean. There’s an energetic spirit and outstanding resources here that one might expect to find in
America’s largest cities, yet there’s a sense of pride and community in Olean that reflects traditional American values
so often overlooked in other areas.
The City of Olean is the major commerce and industrial center for Cattaraugus County and the surrounding
counties in New York and Pennsylvania. Its location provides for easy access to the major markets throughout the
Northeast, including Canada. These areas include Buffalo, Rochester, Binghamton, New York City and Boston,
Ma. Within a 500 mile radius a total service U.S. population of over 70,000,000 exists and to the North we have
approximately 62 percent of the total population of Canada and close to 80 percent of all manufacturing facilities
that are located in Canada.
Northward view of North Union Street in downtown Olean
These markets can be reached through Olean’s easy access to an extensive, well-developed transportation network
from highways such as Interstate 86 and US Route 219, to accessibility of rail and air transportation centers.
If you’re looking for a location with all the amenities a city can offer but with the unique flavor of a close-knit
community, Olean is the place for you and your family. Come experience life in our community first hand.
History
The area was first settled around 1765, called by the Indian name Ischua. It remained sparsely populated until 1804
when Major Adam Hoops, a surveyor and Revolutionary War veteran, acquired the land and gave it its modern
name. The name Olean probably came from the local Oil Springs and the Latin word oleum. The Post Office
recognized the new town as Olean Point. In 1823 the city is called Olean, without the Point, on county maps.
Before canals or railroads had become widespread, the main means of travel were either by cart or small boat,
making the Allegheny River a major transportation route. Olean grew quickly as a transportation hub for migrants
taking the Allegheny River into Ohio. For much of this era, Olean was larger and better known than its northern
competitor, Buffalo. This period ended with the creation of the great canals, especially the Erie Canal in 1825.
Timber was a major industry in New York and Pennsylvania between 1830 and 1850, and Olean was the chief
timber town in the region during those times.
After river travel declined, Olean became the regional railroad hub. The town was the crossroads of several
railroads, a situation which endures today with the WNY & Pa RR.
When oil was rediscovered for commercial use during the Pennsylvanian oil rush, Olean was the railroad and
pipeline hub for the surrounding oil region. The operations headquarters of Standard Oil’s New York affiliate,
Socony, was based in the city. Oil produced on both sides of the state line was transported to Olean for rail travel.
For a short time, Olean was the world’s largest oil depot, complete with a “tank city” on the edge of town. A
pipeline was also built linking the city to Standard Oil refineries in Bayonne, New Jersey. The oil industry maintained
a presence in the city until 1954, the same year in which Olean’s population peaked.
Oil also produced Olean’s highest ranking politician. Oil executive Frank W.
Higgins was Governor of New York from 1905-1907. To this day, Olean is
one of the few smaller cities in New York State to be home to a governor.
Olean gained some notoriety as a major stop on
bootlegging routes during Prohibition in the 1920’s. Local
police turned a blind eye to organized crime activity.
Nicknamed “Little Chicago” in the press due to its
connection with mobsters and bootleggers, Olean was
frequently the stopping place of Al Capone.
Education
The Olean City School District was incorporated in 1877 and encompasses the entire City of Olean and portions
of the Towns of Olean and Portville. The school district provides public education from Pre-K-12th grade and is
governed by a nine-member board of education. Included in this district are four elementary schools, one middle
school and one high school. For additional information, visit www.oleanschools.org.
Portville Central School District is also governed by a nine-member Board of Education, serving the needs of
close to 1,000 students Pre-K-12th grade. Class sizes are small, with a 12.8:1 student to teacher ratio. The district
buses approximately 90 percent of the students. The school includes an all-weather outdoor running track, soccer
and football stadiums, athletic fields, an Olympic-sized swimming pool, and a nautilus exercise center.
Allegany Limestone School District has been ranked #1 School District in Cattaraugus County and ranked #25
out of 97 school districts in Western New York, according to Business First. The district educates more than 1,300
students in grades Pre-K-12 and houses two elementary schools, a middle school and a high school. For additional
information, go to www.alli.wnyric.org.
Archbishop Walsh Academy is a private, coed Catholic school affiliated with the Roman Catholic Church. In the
Franciscan tradition, Archbishop Walsh Academy is dedicated to providing a quality Catholic education and a solid
academic foundation while fostering spiritual growth. Walsh is actively pursuing accreditation for the International
Baccalaureate high school diploma program. Walsh will be one of only 2,700 schools worldwide offering this
acclaimed curriculum, and the only one of its kind in the area.
Founded in 1858, St. Bonaventure University is
located on 500 acres. It requires all students to take 40
percent of their total credits in core liberal arts
courses: literature, history, philosophy, classics, art and
the fundamental sciences. The university offers 31
undergraduate majors- elementary education,
journalism, psychology, accounting, marketing, finance
and management are most popular. Undergraduate
enrollment is currently 2,200 with small class sizes. For
additional information, go to www.sbu.edu.
Olean Business Institute has been recognized within
the community and surrounding area for more than 40
years. It provides practical and professional training for
individuals aspiring to pursue a career in business or
technology. Students enrolled in the Associate Degree
programs of management, accounting, office technology,
paralegal, computer technology, administrative professional
and health information specialist have the opportunity to
demonstrate skills learned in the classroom and gain field
experience through the college’s internship program. For
additional information, go to www.obi.edu.
Jamestown Community College is a multi-campus
institution with N.Y. locations in Jamestown, Olean,
and Dunkirk, as well as in Warren, P.A. JCC is an
open admission community college. The minimum
requirements for admission are graduation from an
approved secondary school or possession of a high
school equivalency diploma and acceptable scores on
the American College Testing Assessment Tests. The
Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT) and the American
College Test (ACT) are not required for admission.
For additional information, go to www.sunyjcc.edu.
Close by is the University of Pittsburgh at Bradford, a four-year
college of the University of Pittsburgh system that has more than
1,600 enrolled. The school offers 41 majors and more than 50
minors on its 317-acre campus. With small class sizes (about 18
students), students are sure to get personal attention and develop
relationships with peers and professors to last a lifetime.
Dining
Whether you prefer carrying out or dining in, casual or more formal, popular chain restaurants or local cuisine, the
greater Olean area has plenty of dining options from which to choose.
501 Café & Pizzeria
501 W. State St.
372-1097
A&J’s Subs, Pizza & Grill
1103 W. State St.
372-6606
Angee’s Restaurant
475 N. Union St.
372-9873
Applebee’s
3067 W. State St.
372-2828
Bartlett Country Club
32 Euclid Ave.
372-5175
Beef N Barrel Restaurant in downtown Olean
Chuck Wagon Family Restaurant Ho-Sta-Geh
N. Union St. Ext. Rt. 16
589 Ho-Sta-Geh Rd.
372-0464
372-0123
Beef N Barrel Restaurant
146 N. Union St.
372-2985
Dog Pound
800 Wayne St.
373-7466
Bird Cage, Inc.
115 W. Main St., Allegany
372-8927
Dunkin’ Donuts
855 E. State St.
373-6213
Burger King
484 N. Union St.
372-8811
3007 W. State St.
372-2329
Century Manor
401 E. State St.
372-1864
Chef ’s Bistro 188
188 N. Union St.
372-1188
Jan’s Restaurant
65 S. Main St., Portville
933-7340
EB’s Eatery
3 Main St., Allegany
372-3499
Kabob Café
32 Monroe St., Ellicottville
699-2599
Linger Longer Café
68 W. Main St., Allegany
372-1955
Eddie’s State King
901 E. State St.
373-2924
Main Street Pizza and Grill
313 Main St.
373-5600
Friendly’s Restaurant
2502 W. State St.
372-2227
McDonald’s/Meyers
2510 W. State St.
373-7446
Green Acres Café
133 N. Union St.
373-5670
Mickey’s, Inc.
629 E. State St.
372-3467
*All addresses in Olean and all area codes are “716” unless otherwise noted.
Mio Gelato e Café
2703 W. State St.
372-6333
Pit-Stop Restaurant & Bar
1615 W. State St.,
372-3300
Moonwinks Restaurant
Rt. 305/Jackson Hill Rd., Cuba
585-968-1232
Napoli Pizza
683 E. State St., Olean
373-4273
219 Broad St., Salamanca
945-1000
Old Library Restaurant
116 S. Union St.
372-2226
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
2728 W. State St.
373-3610
Pizza Hut WingStreet
610 N. Union St.
373-7488
Pizzaland
1018 Portville Olean Rd., Portville
933-6770
Ponderosa Restaurant
2727 W. State St.
373-5535
QQ Buffet
3115 NYS Rt. 417
373-8237
Randy’s “Up the River”
3767 S. 9 Mile Rd., Allegany
372-9606
Red’s & Trudy’s Restaurant
501 S. Main St., Portville
933-8982
Renna’s Pizza
400 N. Union St./Mall
372-8145
Sheila’s Two Boots & Scoops Café
177 W. Main St., Allegany
372-0729
Sprague’s Maple Farms
1048 Rt. 305, Portville
933-6637
St. Bonaventure Clubhouse
2606 W. State St.
375-2412
Subway
400 N. Union St./Mall
372-6100
2 S. Main St., Portville
933-7827
2232 W. State St.
372-1415
TacoBell/KFC
903 W. State St.
373-4930
View from the Ho-Sta-Geh’s outdoor patio
Tasta Pizza
1521 W. State St.
373-2393
508 E. Main St., Bradford
814-368-7271
3rd Base Bar & Grill
1302 W. State St.
372-8779
Tim Hortons
3012 NYS Rt. 417W,
373-3288
Whispering Mountain Lodge
1099 Steam Valley Rd.
307-2808
Linger Longer Café in Allegany
Lodging
Whether you dream of a weekend getaway in a cozy bed and breakfast, a stay in a four season luxury resort, a hotel,
a historic inn or a comfortable motel, the Greater Olean area has a place for all tastes and budgets. Experience
exceptional lodging!
Best Western Bradford Inn
100 Davis St., Bradford, P.A.
814-362-4501
Best Western University Inn
3051 W. State. St., Olean
372-1300
Century Manor B&B
401 E. State St., Olean
372-1864
Country Inn & Suites
3270 NYS Route 417, Olean
372-7500
Gallets House B&B
1759 Lower 4 Mile Rd., Allegany
373-7493
Hampton Inn
101 Main St., Olean
372-1000
Heritage Suites
139 Minard Run Rd., Bradford, P.A.
814-362-6820
Holiday Inn Express Hotel
779 Broad St., Salamanca
945-7600
Microtel Inn & Suites
3234 NYS Route 417 W, Olean
373-5333
Old Library Inn B&B
120 S. Union St., Olean
373-9804
*All area codes are “716” unless otherwise noted.
Shopping
No matter what you’re shopping for, you can be sure to find it in the Olean area. Whether you prefer leisurely
cruising through small specialty stores along the street, heading to the larger chain stores to get your essentials, or
like to do a little of both, Olean and its surrounding communities could be your favorite shopping destination.
The Olean Center Mall, located in downtown Olean, is open seven days a
week and is home to numerous chain and specialty shops. From there, you walk
down North Union Street and visit
many cozy specialty stores, bustling
around the holidays and throughout
the entire year. Additional specialty
shops can be found in neighboring
Allegany, which boasts equally
charming shopping.
Heading east towards Allegany, you’ll find Wal-Mart Plaza, home
to retail and chain stores. Here, in one visit, you can find just about
everything you could
need, from groceries
to clothes to home
furnishings. Once
finished with your
errands, you could
catch a movie at the
Carmike Cinema.
When possible, shopping locally is
always a good decision. Doing so
sustains our local economy, which
essentially keeps jobs and resources in
the area. To guarantee this, the Greater
Olean Area Chamber of Commerce
offers a gift certificate program, in
which member businesses participate.
These certificates are sold in various
denominations and can be redeemed
at hundreds of local businesses,
including restaurants, salons, retail
stores, grocery stores, auto repairs
shops, etc.
Healthcare
Excellent health care is readily available to the local
community from all fields of medicine in the greater
Olean area. In fact, the area enjoys one of the most
attractive physician/resident rates in Western New
York.
Olean General Hospital is a 186-bed, non-profit,
acute care hospital. For more than 110 years, the
hospital has fulfilled its mission of providing the
highest quality care services to the residents of
Olean and its surrounding communities. The hospital’s core services include radiology/MRI, laboratory, outpatient
procedures, physical therapy, surgical center, 24-hour emergency department, maternity (family birthing unit),
dialysis and ICCU. Olean General Hospital and Bradford Regional Medical Center have taken a significant step
aimed at providing greater health care opportunities in the region by integrating under a new parent company,
the Upper Allegheny Health System. Approved and effective as of November 5, 2009, the integration will enable
both hospitals to better respond to health care needs of the region and financial challenges that are the result of
reductions in reimbursements from health insurers and payers.
The Medical Arts Building is presently owned by seven physicians. All offices are run solo by each respective
physician. Patients receive personalized treatment from their doctors and each personal office staff. The group
offers most specialties such as internal medicine,
general surgery, colorectal surgery, cardiology,
urology, ophthalmology, obstetrics/gynecology,
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gastroenterology, and optical services.
MEDICAL ARTS
CARDIOLOGY
Kothari, Ashok, M.D., F.A.C.P., F.A.C.C.
373-3544
Hilal, Ahmad, M.D., F.A.C.P., E.R.C.P.
Retired
COLON & RECTAL SURGERY, COLONOSCOPY,
LAPAROSCOPIC & LASER SURGERY
Al-Humadi, Adil, M.D., F.A.C.S., F.A.S.C.R.S.
372-9629
GASTROINTESTINAL, ENDOSCOPY, COLON
CANCER SCREENING & INTERNAL MEDICINE
Babar, Zaheer, M.D., PC
372-5601
Mirza, Zafar, M.D.
372-5601
GENERAL SURGERY, VASCULAR,
LAPAROSCOPIC & LASER SURGERY
Chohan, Zahid, M.D., F.A.C.S.
372-2228
Malik, Safi, M.D., F.A.C.S.
372-3474
LUNG & CHEST DISEASES & INTERNAL MEDICINE
Salimi, Munir, M.D., F.C.C.P.
372-8660
OBSTETRICS/GYNECOLOGY AND COSMETIC SURGERY
Brantley, W., M.D., F.A.C.O.G.
373-0315
OPHTHALMOLOGY
Ratanawongsa, B., M.D., P.C., F.A.C.S.
373-0444
Alwan, A.S., M.D., F.R.C.S.
372-7515
OTOLARYNGOLOGY
Lai, Daniel, M.D.
372-7205
BACK IN BALANCE: Therapeutic Massage
Noll, Jodie, LMT
307-3943
The ReHabilitation Center has been serving
people with developmental disabilities in the Olean
area for more than 45 years. The agency assists
more than 650 people every day to improve their
quality of life and maximize their independence.
The ReHab center provides this through a broad
range of services including daily living skills,
education, job training, day programs for children
and adults, outpatient clinical services, at-home
services and residential living options. In recent
years, the agency has diversified to include services
for people with mental health diagnoses and
traumatic brain injuries as well as cutting-edge
services for children with autism.
Olean Medical Group is the area’s leading multispecialty group, established in 1948. The group has
grown from three physicians at its creation to its current
number of 39. Located in Olean next to Olean General
Hospital, OMG strives to provide for its patients
the best medical care; with dignity compassion and
respect.
Olean Open MRI & CT is a well-known local
provider and has been awarded CT accreditation from
the American College of Radiology. Accreditation by
ACR demonstrates a commitment of high practice
standards after a peer-review evaluation of its practice.
Olean Open MRI & CT is the only diagnostic facility
in the Southern Tier and North Eastern Pennsylvania
to receive the ACR accreditation in both MRI and CT.
They are also nationally recognized by the American
College of Radiology.
The premier multi-speciality group serving the
Southern Tier since 1948, with offices in
Olean, Cuba, Ellicottville, and Franklinville.
Main Office: 716-372-0141
www.oleanmedicalgroup.com
HomeCare & Hospice is an area non-profit agency
that provides a variety of comprehensive professional
and para-professional health care services to all age
groups. Home Health Care serves patients in Allegany,
Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Erie, and Wyoming counties.
Mercy Flight has been a unique operation since its
inception in 1981. As the pioneer air-medical service
in New York State, Mercy Flight was one of the first
operations of its kind in the country. Mercy Flight’s
main base of operation is now at the Buffalo Niagara
International Airport. In an effort to even better
serve the community, a WNY Southern Tier base was
established in 1998 thus reducing response times. The
Olean, NY, base began operating in September 1998
in the new Louis Magnano/Olean General Hospital/
Mercy Flight Heliport on the campus of Olean General
Hospital. This base currently is in service 24/7 per day.
As a result, Mercy Flight now flies more missions in
Cattaraugus County than any other WNY county except
for Erie County.
ROSWELL PARK TRAINED
Serving The Area Since 1996
NEETA SONI, MD
Board Certified Medical Oncologist
Dr. Soni has over 16 years experience in cancer
care. Her training includes a clinical and
research fellowship in Medical Oncology at
Roswell Park Cancer Institutet with additional
emphasis on breast and gastrointestinal
malignancies.
Southern Tier Cancer Care is
Committed To Excellence In
Providing Comprehensive, Up To
Date, Compassionate And quality Care
For Cancer Patients.
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327 Delaware Avenue, Olean, NY 14760
Call (716) 372-1046 for an Appointment
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Worship
The greater Olean area offers a diverse group of places of worship, no matter your beliefs. And while the area
offers that diversity, the community exhibits unity within that diversity. Pastors of several local Christian churches
and leaders of other faith traditions represented in the region such as Baha’I, Buddhism, Islam, Judaism, Hinduism
and Native American, join together on occasion for inter-religious events. Interfaith celebrations and observances
are held on numerous occasions throughout the year, most notably Thanksgiving and Martin Luther King Day.
People of all different faiths also come together to rally around similar causes. Genesis House, the Warming House
and Interfaith Caregivers are just a few examples of community groups from different faiths pitching in to help
those in need. Genesis House is a temporary shelter for the homeless, the Warming House provides food to those
in need, and Interfaith Caregivers organizes volunteers to assist the elderly. Each of these causes boasts volunteers
from across the religious board.
Angelica First Baptist Church
585-466-7644
Farmersville Center Community Church First Baptist Church
585-567-8397
676-5262 Franklinville
Belfast Free Methodist Church
585-365-2919
First Baptist Church of Great Valley
945-4629
Christ United Methodist Church First Baptist Church of Olean
372-5151
372-3495
Faith Bible Church
585-928-1856
Five Mile Baptist Church
373-1832
Grace Bible Ind. Baptist Church
814-697-7257
Immanuel Lutheran Church
372-0650
Mt. Zion Christian Assembly
373-7127
St. Mary of the Angels Roman
Catholic Church
372-4841
Recreation/Attractions
Olean is rich in recreational opportunities for everyone.
The area offers excellent outdoor recreational
opportunities, as well as fun things to do indoors.
The Allegheny River Valley Trail is a 5.6 mile
recreational trail that runs through Olean, Allegany
and the St. Bonaventure University campus. It is used
for hiking, running, biking, roller-blading and crosscountry skiing. The area also offers plenty of other
physical activities, as well. The Olean Family YMCA
promotes strong families, healthy lifestyles, and social
interaction. It offers exercise classes, opportunities to
join recreational sport teams, swimming, etc. Eade’s
Fitness, another local physical fitness facility, is a 24hour gym that allows you to get a work-out whatever
your schedule.
If you prefer to spend your recreational time indoors, the Olean area can satisfy
you, too. The Regina A. Quick Center for the Arts on the St. Bonaventure
University campus is home to countless stage productions and art exhibits all
year long. But there are multiple theater groups and dance studios from which to
choose. Olean Community Theatre has been a part of the community for more
than 30 years, striving to stimulate and encourage interest in the dramatic arts and
enrich the community by providing opportunities for theatrical involvement. Olean
Theatre Workshop, another local theater group, also stages productions year-round
and offers constant opportunities for you and your family to get involved.
Allegany State Park, located just miles from Olean via I-86, offers many recreational
activities. Here you can camp, hike, swim, cross-country ski, and bike, among other
things. It is ideal for group camping, whether you prefer to pitch a tent yourself
or stay in one of the many cabins the park has to offer. Also nearby, is skiing at
Holiday Valley in Ellicottville. Here
you will find 13 chair lifts servicing
56 slopes and trails, three base
lodges, and a golf course. Spectator
sports are also very popular in
the area. With all of the area
high schools and St. Bonaventure
University sports, you will never be without a competitive game to
watch. Just northwest of Olean is Buffalo, home of Buffalo Bills
football, Buffalo Sabres hockey and Buffalo Bison baseball.
These are just a few examples of all there is to do in the Olean area.
Besides this, there are golf courses, hunting grounds, festivals, and
other things to do here. Come and experience all there is to do!
Rock City Park is located about five miles south of the City
of Olean on Route 16. There you will find a breathtaking view
overlooking the Enchanted Mountains, and plenty of hiking
trails to wander through to enjoy the sights. The park is also a
great place for group picnics, reunions, weddings and parties.
While there, be sure to check out the souvenir and rock shop
as well as the museum. For additional information, call toll
free 866-404-ROCK or 716-372-7790.
Another local favorite is Sprague’s Maple Farms, located
just outside of Olean on Route 305 North in Portville. Learn
the tradition of “maple sugarin” and watch tree tapping
demonstrations during the maple sugar season. You can visit
the Pancake House & Restaurant year round, featuring many
mouth-watering hearty meals selected from a full breakfast, lunch and dinner menu using their very own maple
products. While there, you should also check out Sprague’s Maple Farms Gift & Nature Center, featuring its awardwinning quality 100 percent pure maple syrup products, and a unique assortment of gourmet foods and artisan
crafts. For additional information, call toll free 800-446-2753 or 717-933-6637.
Located at the top of Lillibridge Road in Portville you will find Pfeiffer Nature Center, which is one of the
largest privately owned, old growth forests with trees dating back 400 years. The center offers guided nature walks,
interpretive activities and tours for groups and classes, day camp
for youths ages 8- 12, and historic cabin tours. For additional
information call 933-0187 or go to www.pfeiffernaturecenter.org.
You can take a walk back in time to the late 1800s by touring
the Fannie E. Bartlett Historical Center on Laurens Street in
Olean. The house was originally built in 1881 and purchased by
Frank and Fannie Bartlett in 1891, when they began an extensive
renovation project in which he hired artisans from Italy that spent
almost two years sculpting and carving, setting marble, laying and
affixing several inlaid woods to create the intricate detailed work
you will see today while touring this grand house. Also displayed
are a number of furnishings that belonged to New York State
Governor, Frank W. Higgins. Behind the house is the
Olean Point Museum. The converted carriage house displays
items from the railroad, Genesee Valley Canal, the trolley
systems, and more. For additional information, call 376-5642.
Approximately 20 minutes west of Olean and just off Route
I-86 at exit 20, you’ll find the Seneca Allegany Casino. Try your
luck with over 1,700 video slot machines, table games and bingo.
Here you will also find great dining, with a steakhouse, an allyou-can-eat buffet, a fine-dining Italian restaurant, a 24-hour
cafe and a snack bar. You can also stay in one of the 212 rooms
offered in the casino’s hotel. After all the excitement, you can
spend some time at the spa and salon. One facility, plenty of
things to do! For additional information, call 1-877-553-9500.
Development Opportunities
The City of Olean is the major commerce and industrial center not only for Cattaraugus County but also for the
surrounding counties in New York and Pennsylvania. The greater Olean area is home to several thriving industries
specializing in everything from hi-tech power sources (National Grid Co.) to the manufacturing of common
household products (Cutco-Alcas). Olean’s convenient location provides for easy access to the major markets
not only in the northeastern United States, but also into Canada, western Pennsylvania, and eastern Ohio. More
specifically, our markets extend to (yet are not limited to) Buffalo, Syracuse, Rochester, Albany, Binghamton, New
York City, Boston, MA, Niagara Falls, Ontario, Toronto, Pittsburgh, Erie, and Cleveland.
More than 120 million people reside in a 500 mile radius of the Southern Tier, which includes 50 percent of the
United States population and 60 percent of the nation’s buying power. Since we are located so close to Canada, this
500 mile radius also includes 62 percent of Canada’s population and 80 percent of that buying power.
With the area’s market
so widespread, it is vital
to have easy
transportation to and
from these cities. This
is made possible by the
extensive, well-developed
transportation network
from highways such as
Interstate 86. Our easy
access also includes
railway and air
transportation centers.
Housing
One of the biggest draws to the Olean area is the availability of affordable housing, along with the lower cost
of living you would be hard pressed to find anywhere else in New York State. A single family home in the area
normally ranges from $20,000 to $285,000. A home for rent for a single family would cost between $300 and $600 a
month. No matter your taste or neighborhood preference, there is quality housing available for you and your family.
When looking for housing, you will have an enormous amount of help to get you through the process. The Olean
area is lucky to have a great group of realtors who are very knowledgeable and willing to find the perfect home for
you and your family. Below is a list of just some of the places you can go to find your dream home in our area.
Century 21 Unlimited
372-2121
Jones Realty Group
372-2234
Chamberlain Home Realty
373-7325
Pepper & Crandall Co.
372-7100
DBP Realty
372-1155
Red Door Realty
373-8059
ERA Vacation Properties
(Vacation rentals)
699-4800
John Victor, Inc.
372-7562
Field & Stream Real Estate
373-5618
Wedge Realty
585-928-2930 or
585-933-7398
***All area codes are “716” unless otherwise noted
GOACC
The Greater Olean Area Chamber of Commerce (GOACC), located at 120 N. Union St. in downtown Olean, has
been the leading business organization in the greater Olean area since 1906. Its business plan reflects activities
related to lobbying local and state leaders and developing programs, to supporting workforce development, small
business owners, large corporate entities, non-profit organizations, manufacturers, and area residents. GOACC is
recognized as the premiere business leadership organization for the advancement of the area’s economic well being
and quality of life. GOACC is able to help the area grow in multiple ways, including hosting events throughout
the year for the public, serving as the primary source of information for tourists and visitors, promoting the
community’s image, offering a community gift certificate program, and working with other agencies to grow and
encourage business development.
Whether you own or are an employee of a member business, are a lifelong citizen of the area, or a visitor looking
for information, stop by GOACC with any questions you may have or just to say hello! You can also contact us by
calling 716-372-4433. GOACC is open Monday-Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Your Community College.
General Information:
Admissions:
Campus Store: Continuing Education
Financial Aid: JCC Foundation:
Library:
716/376-7500
716/376-7501
716/376-7514
716/376-7506
716/376-7512
716/376-7513
716/376-7517
E&M
260 North Union Street, Olean, NY 14760 www.sunyjcc.edu
E. Peter Hellier
Principle Design Drafter
CAD drawings for new construction,
expanded buildings or remodeled
offices and homes.
Enchanted Mountain Drafting, LLC
3560 Five Mile Road, Allegany, NY 14706
Telephone (716) 372-4260
E-mail: peter.hellier@verizon.net
Website: enchantedmountaidrafting.com
Prizel’s
Pharmacy
ENGINEERS and SURVEYORS, PC
OLEAN MEDICAL GROUP
SERVING THE NEW YORK AND PENNSYLVANA AREA SINCE 1946
“Service Is Still
Our Best Medicine”
FOR ALL YOUR CIVIL ENGINEERING AND
LAND SURVEYING NEEDS
SPRINGVILLE, NY 14141, (716) 592-2851 (800) 339-5971
BRADFORD, PA 16701, (814) 362-5546 (800) 522-7916
www.emengineers.com
Monday-Friday
9 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Saturday
9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Robert J. Prizel, R.Ph.
535 Main Street
Olean, New York 14760
(716) 373-8383
Olean General Healthcare Systems
Your Local Cardio-Pulmonary Solutions Company
Specializing In
-Home Oxygen Therapy
-Respiratory Equipment
-Home Oximetry Testing
-Enteral Nutrition
-Diabetic Supplies
-Home Medical Equipment
-Clinical Assessment and Education
Contact Us At
1-888-446-1441
716-373-0676
716-373-0869 fax
Dr. Richard M. Payne
Dr. Tane Wiseman
Dr. Amy Mount
Small Animal Services
2148 Haskell Road
Olean, NY 14760
Hours by Appointment
(716) 372-1759
400 North Union Street
Olean, New York 14760
(716) 372-7911
www.oleancentermall.com
Located in Downtown Olean
Open 7 Days a Week
(716) 373-5904 (800) 724-0656
487 N. Union Street, Olean
olean@fox-financial.com
www.fox-financial.com
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Dr. Yogini Kothari, DMD
General Dentistry
2660 ROUTE 16 North
OLEAN, NY 14760
716-373-8303
Olean, New York