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2939 Main St,
Buffalo, NY 14214
$1,460 - $2,079
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JR Barrington Building
686 Main St,
Buffalo,
NY
14202
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JR Barrington Building
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Highlights
- Waterfront
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
- Loft Layout
- High Ceilings
- Controlled Access
- On-Site Retail
- Island Kitchen
- Elevator
- Views
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 an apartment community located in Erie County and the 14202 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Buffalo City School District attendance zone.
Unique Features
- 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
Community Amenities
Laundry Facilities
Elevator
Controlled Access
Recycling
- Laundry Facilities
- Controlled Access
- On-Site Retail
- Recycling
- Online Services
- Elevator
- Storage Space
- Vintage Building
- Waterfront
Apartment Features
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Loft Layout
High Speed Internet Access
Hardwood Floors
Island Kitchen
Granite Countertops
Microwave
Indoor Features
- High Speed Internet Access
- Wi-Fi
- Air Conditioning
- Heating
- Smoke Free
- Cable Ready
- Security System
- Storage Space
- Double Vanities
- Tub/Shower
- Intercom
- Sprinkler System
Kitchen Features & Appliances
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
- Ice Maker
- Granite Countertops
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Pantry
- Island Kitchen
- Eat-in Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Microwave
- Oven
- Range
- Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Instant Hot Water
- Quartz Countertops
- Gas Range
Model Details
- Hardwood Floors
- Tile Floors
- High Ceilings
- Basement
- Crown Molding
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Views
- Linen Closet
- Loft Layout
- Double Pane Windows
- Window Coverings
- Large Bedrooms
- Floor to Ceiling Windows
686 Main St,
Buffalo,
NY
14202
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 | $1,557 | $1,103 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,536 | $1,242 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,738 | $1,444 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $3,187 | $1,692 |
Education
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 18 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 8 min | 4.1 mi |
JR Barrington Building is within 18 minutes or 1.0 mile from SUNY Erie, City Campus. It is also near D'Youville College and Canisius College.
Schools
Public Elementary & Middle School
Grades K-8
Nearby
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
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Public High School
Grades 9-12
Attendance Zone
Private Elementary, Middle & High School
Grades PK-12
Nearby
Private Elementary & Middle School
Grades PK-8
Nearby
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Transportation options available in Buffalo include Fountain Plaza, located 0.3 mile from JR Barrington Building. JR Barrington Building is near Buffalo Niagara International, located 11.1 miles or 18 minutes away, and Niagara Falls International, located 20.2 miles or 31 minutes away.
| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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| Transit / Subway | Distance | ||
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Walk: | 6 min | 0.3 mi |
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Walk: | 10 min | 0.5 mi |
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Walk: | 11 min | 0.6 mi |
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Walk: | 14 min | 0.7 mi |
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Walk: | 17 min | 0.9 mi |
| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi |
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Drive: | 17 min | 10.4 mi |
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Drive: | 33 min | 21.7 mi |
| Airports | Distance | ||
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| Airports | Distance | ||
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Buffalo Niagara International
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Drive: | 18 min | 11.1 mi |
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Niagara Falls International
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Drive: | 31 min | 20.2 mi |
Walkability Near JR Barrington Building
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
70
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
50
/ 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™
65
/ 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 JR Barrington Building.
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Shopping Centers | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 12 min | 0.6 mi | |
| Walk: | 19 min | 1.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 1.6 mi |
JR Barrington Building has 3 shopping centers within 1.6 miles, which is about a 5-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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Drive: | 3 min | 1.2 mi |
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Buffalo Museum of Science
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Drive: | 5 min | 2.1 mi |
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Buffalo Harbor State Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.5 mi |
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Delaware Park
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.4 mi |
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Tifft Nature Preserve
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.9 mi |
JR Barrington Building has 5 parks within 4.9 miles, including Canalside, Buffalo Museum of Science, and Buffalo Harbor State Park.
| Hospitals | Distance | ||
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 5 min | 2.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 3.7 mi |
JR Barrington Building has 3 hospitals within 3.7 miles, the nearest is Kaleida Health which is 0.9 mile away and a 16 minute walk.
| Military Bases | Distance | ||
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 29 min | 20.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 36 min | 22.2 mi |
JR Barrington Building is 20.7 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.
686 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14202