Fountainview West

271 Joe McCarthy Dr, Amherst, NY 14228

Last Updated: 1 Day Ago
Monthly Rent
$1,180 - $1,750
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Bedrooms
1 - 2
Bathrooms
1 - 1.5
Sq. Ft.
560 - 1,200 sq ft

Fountainview West: Half-Off 2nd Month & No Application Fee!

Enjoy half-off your second month and no application fee when you apply and move into a 1-bedroom apartment at Fountainview West before September 30th, 2026! Reach out to our office or visit the Glendale Communities website to learn more. Special ends 9/30/2026. Special applies to units 367 & 401. Must submit security deposit within 3 business days of completed & approved application.

Pricing and Floor Plans

1 Bedroom Apartment

$1,180
1 Bed, 1 Bath
560 Sq. Ft.
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2 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
367
$1,180
560
Now
401
$1,180
560
Now

2 Bedroom Apartment

$1,375
1 Bed, 1 Bath
900 Sq. Ft.
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1 Available Unit
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
Upcoming
$1,375
900
Dec. 15

2 Bedroom Townhome

$1,600 - $1,750
2 Beds, 1.5 Baths
1,200 Sq. Ft.
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3 Available Units
Unit
Price
Sq. Ft.
Available
380
$1,600
1,200
Nov. 15
379
$1,600
1,200
Dec. 1
383
$1,750
1,200
Dec. 1
* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice. * Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Details

Lease Term Options

  • 12 mo

Property Information

  • Built in 1965
  • 47 units2 stories

Fees & Policies

The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.

One-Time Basics

Due at Application

  • Application Fee Per Applicant
    $17

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

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Drive Time
Walk Time
Bike Ride Time
Public Transit

Apartment Features

  • Balcony
  • Basement
  • Carpet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Dining Room
  • Dishwasher
  • Family Room
  • Freezer
  • Heating
  • Island Kitchen

Community Features

  • Courtyard
  • Utilities Included
  • Walk-Up

Map of Fountainview West

Area Scores

Walkability

Fairly walkable

Transit

Limited public transit

Driveability

Exceptionally drivable

Bikeability

Fairly bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Active

Scores provided by

Transit

Airport

Buffalo Niagara International

16 min Drive

Buffalo Niagara International

Airport

Niagara Falls International

19 min Drive

IAG

Moving to East Amherst/Williamsville, Amherst, NY

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Fountainview West proximity to Boulevard Place. Boulevard Place is 1 mile away.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 30, Fountainview West has limited public transit, including 10 transit stops within 19.8 miles. Transit options include University and Lasalle.

Airports

Living in East Amherst/Williamsville provides easy access to Buffalo Niagara International, located just 16 minutes from Fountainview West. Another nearby airport is Niagara Falls International, located 9.9 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

Not rated

Alexander Hamilton Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

Mullen Elementary School

Grades K-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

Windermere Blvd School

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

Glendale Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

Willow Ridge Elementary School

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

Sweet Home Middle School

Grades 6-8

Public

Not rated

St Christopher Elementary School

Grades PK-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 5 out of 10

Sweet Home Senior High School

Grades 9-12

Public

Not rated

Erie County Nys A R C School

Grades K-12

Private

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GreatSchools

Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
SUNY Buffalo, North Campus Drive: 9 min (3.3 mi)
SUNY Buffalo, South Campus Drive: 10 min (4.5 mi)
Daemen College Drive: 10 min (5.4 mi)
Canisius College Drive: 16 min (7 mi)

About Fountainview West

*Please note that our availability changes daily and may not be reflected in the listing here. Give us a call if you're interested in this property and we'll let you know!

Glendale Communities now requires Renter's Insurance for all tenants… .

Fountainview West Apartments provide a more graduated environment from its sister complex, Fountainview East. Fountainview West Apartments offer 1 Bedroom, 2 bedroom and 2-bedroom townhouses in a beautiful tree-lined section of Amherst that is secluded yet connected nearby to all the hustle and bustle of shops, restaurants and public transportation of Niagara Falls Boulevard. Within walking distance of the Tim Horton's across the street, the University at Buffalo, as well as many famous local food chains, Fountain View West offers tenants a quiet place to relax after a long days work or study. Some apartments include a balcony, but all include thermostat-regulated heat control and carpet throughout. Unwind in one of our townhouses which all include 3 levels, including a basement with laundry machines, a first floor with living, dining kitchen spaces / bathroom, and a third floor with 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom. Whatever your spatial needs, Fountainview West is a wonderful option in Amherst!

This property is managed by Glendale Communities, a property management company headquartered in Buffalo, NY. To learn more information or to see a full list of properties we manage throughout WNY, Niagara Falls, and Rochester

Here's our full list of Amherst Properties! Visit our website for more properties in the WNY area:
-Alberta Square
-Bowdoin Square
-Denrose Townhomes
-Fountainview East
-Fountainview West
-Meyer Pointe Senior Apartments
-Muir Lake Luxury Apartments
-Sturbridge Village
-West Summerset Apartments

Fountainview West is an apartment community in Amherst, NY

Contact

Property Address:
271 Joe McCarthy Dr,
Amherst, NY 14228
Phone Number: (716) 243-3789
Office Hours
  • Sunday By Appointment Only
  • Monday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday 8:30 AM – 2:00 PM
Fountainview West

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