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1155 Main St,
Buffalo, NY 14209
$1,239 - $2,100
Studio - 2 Beds
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The Buffalo Lafayette
391 Washington St,
Buffalo,
NY
14203
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- Elevator
About The Buffalo Lafayette
Thanks for visiting Apartments at the Lafayette. You'll find this community at 391 Washington St in the Downtown Buffalo area of Buffalo. Leasing 1 to 2 bedroom apartments, your new place is right here. The leasing staff will assist you in finding your new place. At Apartments at the Lafayette you're right at home.
The Buffalo Lafayette is an apartment community located in Erie County and the 14203 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Buffalo City School District attendance zone.
Community Amenities
Fitness Center
Elevator
Controlled Access
24 Hour Access
- Controlled Access
- 24 Hour Access
- Online Services
- Elevator
- Fitness Center
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Refrigerator
Tub/Shower
Freezer
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Tub/Shower
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Kitchen
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
391 Washington St,
Buffalo,
NY
14203
Downtown Buffalo is the urban heart of this large city nestled off Lake Erie. While it’s where you’ll find government buildings, businesses, and corporations, it’s also where you’ll discover culture, top-rated education, and welcoming residents. After all, Buffalo is the “City of Good Neighbors.” Downtown Buffalo is known for having one-of-a-kind sunsets over the water, which you may even be able to see from your new apartment! Public transit is abundant in downtown, so residents have no trouble commuting around the city.
The First Niagara Center, home arena of the Buffalo Sabres hockey team, sits on the district's southern border. In addition to sporting events, this venue hosts concerts by renowned performers. The Seneca Buffalo Creek Casino is another terrific destination with more than 800 slots, game tables, a bakery, and a sports bar. Residents and visitors alike enjoy visiting Shea’s Buffalo Theatre for live music performances, comedy shows, and Broadway performances.
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Average Prices by Area
Compare neighborhood and city base rent averages by bedroom.
| Downtown Buffalo | Buffalo, NY | |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $1,555 | $1,091 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,537 | $1,242 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,738 | $1,445 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,189 | $1,695 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 6 min | 1.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.3 mi |
The Buffalo Lafayette is within 5 minutes or 0.3 mile from SUNY Erie, City Campus. It is also near D'Youville College and Canisius College.
Schools
Public Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades K-12
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Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
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Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
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Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Attendance Zone
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Attendance Zone
Public Middle School
Grades 7-8
57 Students
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Public High School
Grades 9-12
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Public High School
Grades 9-12
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Public High School
Grades 9-12
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Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
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Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
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Grades PK-12
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Transportation options available in Buffalo include Lafayette Square, located 0.2 mile from The Buffalo Lafayette. The Buffalo Lafayette is near Buffalo Niagara International, located 11.3 miles or 18 minutes away, and Niagara Falls International, located 20.4 miles or 30 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 3 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 7 min | 0.4 mi |
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Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Drive: | 17 min | 7.8 mi |
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Drive: | 32 min | 21.9 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Buffalo Niagara International
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Drive: | 18 min | 11.3 mi |
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Niagara Falls International
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Drive: | 30 min | 20.4 mi |
Walkability Near The Buffalo Lafayette
Getting Around
What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Strong Public Transit
Transit
80
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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What do Walkability, Transit, Drivability, and Bikeability mean?
Walkability measures the walking distance to day-to-day needs.
Transit measures access to public transportation.
Drivability measures congestion, parking availability, and access to major roads.
Bikeability measures the suitability for cycling.
How It Works
Busy
Soundscore™
67
/ 100
Traffic
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HowLoud What is a Sound Score Rating? A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources. How It WorksTime and distance from The Buffalo Lafayette.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 4 min | 0.2 mi | |
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.6 mi |
The Buffalo Lafayette has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 4-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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| Parks and Recreation | Distance | ||
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Canalside
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Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi |
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Buffalo Museum of Science
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.3 mi |
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Buffalo Harbor State Park
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Drive: | 7 min | 3.1 mi |
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Tifft Nature Preserve
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Drive: | 7 min | 4.6 mi |
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Delaware Park
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Drive: | 9 min | 4.6 mi |
The Buffalo Lafayette has 5 parks within 4.6 miles, including Canalside, Buffalo Museum of Science, and Buffalo Harbor State Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 4.0 mi |
The Buffalo Lafayette has 3 hospitals within 4.0 miles, the nearest is Kaleida Health which is 1.2 miles away and a 3 minute drive.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 29 min | 20.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 35 min | 22.4 mi |
The Buffalo Lafayette is 20.9 miles from Niagara Falls Air Reserve Station, and is convenient to other military bases, including Niagara Falls Air Force Reserve.
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What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
What is a Sound Score Rating?
A Sound Score Rating aggregates noise caused by vehicle traffic, airplane traffic and local sources.
391 Washington St
Buffalo, NY 14203