Amherst Gardens

86 E Amherst St, Buffalo, NY 14214

Last Updated: 1 Wk Ago
(5)
Monthly Rent
$1,315 - $1,395
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Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1 Bath
Sq. Ft.
811 sq ft

Pricing and Floor Plans

B2

$1,315
2 Beds, 1 Bath
811 Sq. Ft.
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Rental Available

B1

$1,395
2 Beds, 1 Bath
811 Sq. Ft.
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Rental Available
* Price shown is total price based on community-supplied monthly required fees. 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. View Fees and Policies for details. 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 1940
  • 202 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
    $20

Due at Move-In

  • Security Deposit - Refundable
    100% of base rent

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

Property Highlights

  • Basement & laundry hookups
  • Cable TV Included
  • Corner Apartment
  • Courtyard view
  • End unit
  • Hardwood Flooring
  • Hardwood-Inspired Flooring
  • High-Speed Internet Included
  • Internet & Cable Included
  • Laminate KIT floor
  • No basement & no laundry
  • Utilities Included
  • Wood-look flooring

Apartment Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Basement
  • Cable Ready
  • Carpet
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Freezer
  • Handrails
  • Hardwood Floors
  • Heating
  • High Speed Internet Access

Community Features

  • Courtyard
  • Gas Range
  • Property Manager on Site

Map of Amherst Gardens

Area Scores

Walkability

Moderately walkable

Transit

Some public transit

Driveability

Fairly drivable

Bikeability

Moderately bikeable

Scores provided by

Soundscore

Active

Scores provided by

Transit

Subway

1 min Drive

Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority Light Rail

Subway

2 min Drive

Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority Light Rail

Commuter Rail

11 min Drive

Amtrak

Commuter Rail

14 min Drive

Amtrak

Airport

Buffalo Niagara International

14 min Drive

Buffalo Niagara International

Airport

Niagara Falls International

29 min Drive

IAG

Moving to Starin Central, Buffalo, NY

Shopping Centers

Shoppers will appreciate Amherst Gardens proximity to 3142 Main St, 3037-3045 Bailey Ave, and Mid-City Mall. 3142 Main St is 0.9 miles away, and 3037-3045 Bailey Ave is within a 23 minute walk.

Commuting

With a TransitScore of 40, Amherst Gardens has some public transit, including 10 transit stops within 20.8 miles. Transit options include Amherst Street and Lasalle.

Parks and Recreation

Recreational activities near Amherst Gardens are plentiful. Discover 3 parks within 3.1 miles, including Buffalo Zoo, Delaware Park, and Buffalo Museum of Science.

Airports

Living in Starin Central provides easy access to Buffalo Niagara International, located just 15 minutes from Amherst Gardens. Another nearby airport is Niagara Falls International, located 15.2 miles away.

Local Education

Primary and Secondary Schools

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

Dr George Blackman Ecc

Grades PK-5

Public

GreatSchools rating: 3 out of 10

PS 61 Arthur O Eve School of Distinction

Grades PK-5

Public

Not rated

St Mark Elementary School

Grades K-8

Private

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

Buffalo United Charter School

Grades K-8

Public

Not rated

Elmwood-Franklin School

Grades PK-8

Private

Not rated

Holy Angels Academy

Grades 9-12

Private

GreatSchools rating: 1 out of 10

The Math Science Technology Preparatory School At

Grades 9-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 6 out of 10

Middle Early College High School

Grades 9-12

Public

GreatSchools rating: 2 out of 10

Lewis J Bennett High Of Innovative Tec

Grades 9-12

Public

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GreatSchools

Colleges and Universities

School Commute Time (Distance)
SUNY Buffalo, South Campus Drive: 4 min (1.5 mi)
Medaille College Drive: 5 min (1.7 mi)
Canisius College Drive: 4 min (1.7 mi)
SUNY Buffalo Drive: 8 min (3.2 mi)

About Amherst Gardens

Amherst Gardens places you in the middle of everything in Buffalo, New York. Our updated 2 bedroom townhomes in Buffalo include all utilities, updated kitchens and private basements for plentiful storage. You'll be at the heart of it all with endless shops, dining, and The University at Buffalo & Canisius College just minutes away. Located two blocks from Main and Amherst Streets, we're a short 4-minute walk to the NFTA's Amherst Street Station for rail and bus.

Amherst Gardens is an apartment community in Buffalo, NY

Contact

Property Address:
86 E Amherst St,
Buffalo, NY 14214
Phone Number: (716) 324-3650
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Office Hours
  • Sunday Closed
  • Monday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Thursday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
Amherst Gardens

Renter Reviews

For Amherst Gardens

2.2

5 Ratings & Reviews

  • 6/11/25

    Don’t do it

    I regret moving here. Infested with mice. Looks nothing like the pictures. Everything falling apart and very outdated houses are on a slant literally have to prop one side of my tv stand just so it’s even. HORRIBLE!

    Review from Apartments.com

    6 People Found This Helpful

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