JR Barrington Building Apartments

686 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14202

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JR Barrington Building

686 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14202
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  • 1–2 Bedrooms
  • 741–1,463Square Feet

About JR Barrington Building

The JR Barrington Building at 686 Main St. is Buffalo's premier Theatre District apartment building. With sleek, modern high end finishes, the JR Barrington Building is your ticket to living like a star in Buffalo's revitalized downtown core. Located along the metro rail line on Main St., the apartments are perfectly situated for downtown workers and medical campus workers. You're a quick metro rail ride away from the medical campus, downtown offices, the rejuvenated waterfront, Key Bank Center (Buffalo Sabres & arena concerts), and colleges. Many restaurants, music venues, clubs and gyms are within walking distance. The JR Barrington Building was originally built in 1901 by the George N. Pierce Company, an established bicycle manufacturer who would later manufacturer the Pierce Arrow automobiles. The façade was designed in the Beaux Arts style utilizing detailed white terra cotta. In 1930, the interior of the building underwent significant renovations by Mendleson Furniture Company. They even built a life sized house within the building to display their furniture. The last occupant of the building was the Sid Birzon jewelry company until the early 2000's. The building has been vacant ever since and we are pleased to bring the building back to prominence as the JR Barrington Building! This is an equal housing opportunity location.

JR Barrington Building is located in the Downtown Buffalo Neighborhood and 14202 Zip code of Buffalo, NY.

Unique Features and Amenities

  • Central business district
  • High End Finishes
  • Historic Building
  • Internet and Cable Included
  • Metro-rail
  • Original tiger maple hardwood floors
  • Quartz Kitchen Counter Tops
  • Spiral staircase to upper loft
  • Theatre District

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Property Contact Info

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Floorplan Pricing and Availability

  • 1 Bedroom

    Unit F

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 770 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    UnavailableUnit F770 sq ft$1,450

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Security System
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Tub/Shower
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Gas Range
    • Ice Maker
    • Instant Hot Water
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Range
    • Refrigerator
    • Stainless Steel Appliances

    Living Space

    • Double Pane Windows
    • Hardwood Floors
    • High Ceilings
    • Tile Floors

    Unit G

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 741 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableUnit G741 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    Unit D

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 780 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableUnit D780 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    Unit I

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 800 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableUnit I800 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    Unit C -

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 860 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableUnit C -860 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    Unit E -

    1 Bed, 1 Bath, 892 sq ft
     
    Largest 1 BedroomThis is the largest 1 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableUnit E -892 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
  • 2 Bedrooms

    Unit B

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1391 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq FtDeposit
    UnavailableUnit B1391 sq ft$2,050

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Air Conditioning
    • Cable Ready
    • Double Vanities
    • Heating
    • High Speed Internet Access
    • Intercom
    • Smoke Free
    • Sprinkler System
    • Storage Space
    • Wi-Fi

    Kitchen

    • Dishwasher
    • Disposal
    • Freezer
    • Gas Range
    • Ice Maker
    • Instant Hot Water
    • Island Kitchen
    • Kitchen
    • Microwave
    • Oven
    • Pantry
    • Quartz Countertops
    • Range
    • Refrigerator

    Living Space

    • Double Pane Windows
    • Floor to Ceiling Windows
    • Hardwood Floors
    • High Ceilings
    • Large Bedrooms
    • Linen Closet
    • Loft Layout
    • Tile Floors
    • Vaulted Ceiling
    • Views
    • Window Coverings

    Unit H

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1218 sq ft
     

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableUnit H1218 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready

    Unit A

    2 Beds, 1 Bath, 1463 sq ft
     
    Largest 2 BedroomThis is the largest 2 Bedroom at this Property

    Availability Details

    Availability DateUnitSq Ft
    UnavailableUnit A1463 sq ft

    Model Amenities and Features

    Features

    • Cable Ready
Price shown is base rent and may not include non-optional fees and utilities. View Fees and Policies for details. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.

Property Information

  • 9 Units
  • 3 Stories
  • Built in 1901

Lease Terms

  • 12 mo

Fees and Policies

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

Required Fees

One-Time Move-In Fees

Application Fee Per Applicant$30

Pet Policy and Fees

Cats

  • 2 Pet Limit
  • $25 Monthly Pet Rent

Parking Info and Fees

Surface Lot
  • 1 Max, Assigned Parking
  • $70/Mo

Storage

Storage Unit
  • $50/Mo

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.

Features and Amenities

Unique Amenities

  • Central business district
  • High End Finishes
  • Historic Building
  • Internet and Cable Included
  • Metro-rail
  • Original tiger maple hardwood floors
  • Quartz Kitchen Counter Tops
  • Spiral staircase to upper loft
  • Theatre District

Interior Features

  • Cable Ready

Map

686 Main St, Buffalo, NY 14202

Hours and Contact Info

Open Now
Currently Closed
By Appointment
Monday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Tuesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Wednesday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Thursday9:00 am–5:00 pm
Friday9:00 am–5:00 pm
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed

Getting Around

Walk Score®

96 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

88 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

68 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Renters Reviews and Ratings

5.0
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Nearby Schools

Hutchinson Central Technical High School

Buffalo City
256 South Elmwood Avenue
Public School - Grades 9-12 (1175 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.4 miles away
5/10

Ps 66 North Park Academy

Buffalo City
780 Parkside Avenue
Public School - Grades 7-8 (57 Students)
In Attendance Zone9 minute drive / 4.3 miles away

Waterfront School

Buffalo City
95 4th Street
Public School - Grades PK-8 (761 Students)
In Attendance Zone2 minute drive / 0.8 miles away
4/10

International Preparatory School At Grover Clevela

Buffalo City
110 14th Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (607 Students)
In Attendance Zone3 minute drive / 1.0 miles away
2/10

Herman Badillo Community School

Buffalo City
315 Carolina Street
Public School - Grades PK-8 (513 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
3/10

Emerson School of Hospitality

Buffalo City
70 West Chippewa Street
Public School - Grades 9-12 (386 Students)
In Attendance Zone1 minute drive / 0.3 miles away
2/10
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Points of Interest

Time and distance from JR Barrington Building.

Arts Museums and Landmarks

Market Arcade

617 Main St # 2
1 minute drive / 0.14 miles away

Shea's Performing Arts Center

646 Main Street
1 minute drive / 0.17 miles away

Statler Towers

107 Delaware Avenue
1 minute drive / 0.43 miles away

Big Box and Retail

Autozone

1224 Broadway St
4 minute drive / 2.09 miles away

Kohl's

2232 Delaware Ave
8 minute drive / 3.8 miles away

Colleges and Universities

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

121 Ellicott Street
1 minute drive / 0.53 miles away

D'Youville College

320 Porter Ave
4 minute drive / 1.38 miles away

Canisius College

2001 Main St
5 minute drive / 2.59 miles away

Groceries

Iga

535 Walden Ave
6 minute drive / 2.88 miles away

Save-A-Lot

2160 Genesee St
8 minute drive / 3.87 miles away

Aldi

2090 Elmwood Ave
9 minute drive / 4.47 miles away

Hospitals

Kaleida Health

100 High Street
2 minute drive / 0.76 miles away

Brylin Hospital

1263 Delaware Ave
5 minute drive / 1.95 miles away

Buffalo Psychiatric Center

400 Forest Ave
5 minute drive / 2.7 miles away

Parks and Recreation

Erie Basin Marina Gardens

Foot of Erie Street
1 minute drive / 0.53 miles away

Cazenovia Park

Cazenovia Street
1 minute drive / 0.53 miles away

The Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site

641 Delaware Avenue
2 minute drive / 0.81 miles away

JR Barrington Building has 5 parks within 1.0 miles, including Erie Basin Marina Gardens, Cazenovia Park, The Theodore Roosevelt Inaugural Site, Buffalo Harbor Kayak, and Buffalo and Erie County Naval and Military Park.

Shopping Centers

Main Place Mall

390 Main St
1 minute drive / 0.45 miles away

Franklin Street

62-76 Allen St
1 minute drive / 0.66 miles away

Towne Gardens Plaza

417-459 William St
2 minute drive / 0.87 miles away

JR Barrington Building has 5 shopping centers within 1.3 miles.

Transit Stations

Theater-Buffalo Metro Rail

661 Main St
1 minute drive / 0.17 miles away

Fountain Plaza-Buffalo Metro Rail

34 Fountain Plz
1 minute drive / 0.17 miles away

Lafayette Square-Buffalo Metro Rail

84 Lafayette Sq
1 minute drive / 0.31 miles away

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Rental Price Ranges in the Area

BedroomAverage RentCheapest RentHighest Rent
Buffalo Studio Apartments $1,254$358$2,400
Buffalo 1 Bedroom Apartments $1,430$376$3,820
Buffalo 2 Bedroom Apartments $1,558$445$5,000
Buffalo 3 Bedroom Apartments $1,635$625$3,725
Buffalo 4 Bedroom Apartments $1,117$675$4,200
Buffalo 5 Bedroom Apartments $2,127$1,950$2,304
Buffalo 6 Bedroom Apartments $1,783$1,250$2,100

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