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285 West Ave

Buffalo, NY 14201

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285 West Ave

Buffalo, NY 14201
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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

    • 2 Bedrooms

      2 - 285 West Ave

      $1,550

      2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1146 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $1,550Available Now2 - 285 West Ave1146 sq ft

      Model Amenities and Features

      Features

      • Air Conditioning
      • Ceiling Fans
      • Washer/Dryer

      Kitchen

      • Refrigerator

      Lease Terms

      • 12

      Services

      • Renters Insurance Program

      About This Listing

      Welcome to your ideal rental opportunity in the vibrant Front Park district of Buffalo, NY. This charming property offers a fantastic location with easy access to an array of nearby restaurants and department stores, perfect for those who enjoy both convenience and community. Key property features include central heating and cooling, ensuring you stay comfortable year-round. Ceiling fans are also installed to help you maintain a pleasant atmosphere in the warmer months. This well-appointed space is designed for comfort and practicality, making it a perfect fit for your lifestyle. Utilities are not included in the rent, allowing you the flexibility to choose your service providers. This property is ideally situated just 12 minutes from ECMC Health Campus and 16 minutes from Erie 1 BOCES Main Office, making commuting a breeze. Don't miss out on this wonderful opportunity to settle in Front Park. Contact us today to schedule a viewing and make this property your new home!

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price

      • $1,550

      Fees & Policies

      Pet Policy and Fees

      Cats
      Allowed

      Parking Info and Fees

      Other

      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.

      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. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

      Contact Info

      Listed by:
      RentSpree

      285 West Ave

      $1,550

      2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1146 sq ft
      Available Now

      Availability Details

      PriceAvailability DateUnitSq Ft
      $1,550Available Now285 West Ave1146 sq ft

      About This Listing

      Welcome to 285 West Ave,a well-maintained duplex on a quiet,tree-lined street in the heart of Buffalo's Lower West Side — just steps from Kleinhans Music Hall and a short walk to the shops and restaurants of Allen St,Niagara St,and Connecticut St. Bus Route 3 stops right at the corner of West and Pennsylvania. This second-floor apartment is bright,freshly painted,and move-in ready. A private entrance off the shared front porch leads up a spacious stairway,making move-in day and grocery hauls easy. Inside you'll find a kitchen with plenty of prep space,a massive primary bedroom with a walk-in closet,a dedicated dining room,a living room,a smaller second bedroom or office,and a laundry room off the bathroom — everything you need in a two bedroom without any wasted space. Up to two cats welcome with prior approval. Tenant pays gas,electric,and internet. No off-street parking,no smoking. Available immediately. 3x net income and 700+ credit required. Room measurements Bedroom 1: 19’ 6” x 8’ 6” Closet: 1’ 9” x 7’ 9” Bedroom 2: 9’ 11” x 9’ 2” Closet 2: 5’ 1” x 3’ 11” Living room: 14’ 5” x 10’ 9” Dining room: 15’ 1” x 12’ 10” Kitchen: 9’ 2 x 13’ 4” Bathroom: 7’ 9” x 7’ 3” Laundry room: 3’ x 8’ 3” MLS ID B1702088

      Model Rent and Fees

      Model Price

      • $1,550
      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. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

      Contact Info

      Listed by:
      Christopher Platt

    Lease Terms

    • 12

    Features and Amenities

    On-Site Services

    • Renters Insurance Program

    Interior Features

    • Ceiling Fans
    • Washer/Dryer
    • Air Conditioning

    Kitchen Amenities

    • Refrigerator
    Google Map

    Map

    285 West Ave, Buffalo, NY 14201

    Getting Around

    • 80 / 100 Very Walkable

      Most day-to-day needs are within a few minutes' walk

    • 40 / 100 Some public transit

      Transit is available for most trips

    • 60 / 100 Moderately bikeable

      Suitable for bicycle commuting and/or recreation

    • 60 / 100 Moderately car friendly

      Good access to freeways and/or major arteries, with a low chance of parking problems

    Scores provided by Local Logic details

    Getting to Know the Area

    • 80 / 100 Restaurants

      Wide variety of restaurants within a few minutes

    • 80 / 100 Cafes

      Wide variety of cafés within a few minutes

    • 80 / 100 Nightlife

      Wide variety of bars within a few minutes

    • 70 / 100 Shopping

      Several shops within a few minutes

    • 70 / 100 Parks

      Large amount of park space nearby

    • 90 / 100 Noise Level

      Virtually no sources of noise nearby

    Scores provided by Local Logic

    Points of Interest

    Time and distance from 285 West Ave.

    Arts Museums and Landmarks

    Kleinhans Music Hall

    71 Symphony Circle
    1 minute drive / 0.44 miles away

    Shea's Performing Arts Center

    646 Main Street
    3 minute drive / 1.05 miles away

    Statler Towers

    107 Delaware Avenue
    3 minute drive / 1.08 miles away

    Big Box and Retail

    Kohl's

    2232 Delaware Ave
    6 minute drive / 3.26 miles away

    Autozone

    2001 Elmwood Ave
    7 minute drive / 3.64 miles away

    Aldi

    2090 Elmwood Ave
    8 minute drive / 3.79 miles away

    Colleges and Universities

    D'Youville College

    320 Porter Ave
    1 minute drive / 0.21 miles away

    Erie Community College, State University of New York - City Campus

    121 Ellicott Street
    4 minute drive / 1.53 miles away

    Buffalo State, State University of New York

    1300 Elmwood Ave
    5 minute drive / 2.35 miles away

    Groceries

    Save-A-Lot

    284 Ontario St
    7 minute drive / 3.69 miles away

    Aldi

    2090 Elmwood Ave
    8 minute drive / 3.79 miles away

    Hospitals

    Kaleida Health

    100 High Street
    3 minute drive / 1.27 miles away

    Brylin Hospital

    1263 Delaware Ave
    5 minute drive / 1.67 miles away

    Buffalo Psychiatric Center

    400 Forest Ave
    5 minute drive / 1.95 miles away

    Parks and Recreation

    The Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site

    641 Delaware Avenue
    2 minute drive / 0.86 miles away

    Erie Basin Marina Gardens

    Foot of Erie Street
    3 minute drive / 1.16 miles away

    Cazenovia Park

    Cazenovia Street
    3 minute drive / 1.16 miles away

    285 West Ave has 5 parks within 1.6 miles, including The Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site, Erie Basin Marina Gardens, Cazenovia Park, Buffalo Harbor Kayak, and Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park.

    Shopping Centers

    Stuyvesant Plaza

    238-274 Elmwood Ave
    2 minute drive / 0.67 miles away

    Franklin Street

    62-76 Allen St
    2 minute drive / 0.88 miles away

    West Side Plaza

    257 W Ferry St
    3 minute drive / 1.03 miles away

    285 West Ave has 5 shopping centers within 1.4 miles.

    Transit Stations

    Theater-Buffalo Metro Rail

    661 Main St
    3 minute drive / 1.06 miles away

    Fountain Plaza-Buffalo Metro Rail

    34 Fountain Plz
    3 minute drive / 1.12 miles away

    Summer-Best-Buffalo Metro Rail

    12 Best St
    3 minute drive / 1.18 miles away

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