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Apartments under $1,500 for Rent in Amherst, NY

528 Rentals
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  41. Price Drop. $224 Off
    1 BED
    $1,091+
    2 BEDS
    $1,309+

    Parkside Houses

    101-332 Little Robin Rd, Amherst, NY 14228
  42. 1 BED
    $1,091+
    2 BEDS
    $1,309+

    Sutton Place

    113 Travers Blvd, Amherst, NY 14228
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Amherst at a Glance

Average Rent

$1,330
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Schools in Amherst
1

Some Transit

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47

Somewhat Bikeable

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Amherst, NY Apartments for Rent

Located in Erie County, Amherst combines suburban living with educational opportunities just minutes from Buffalo. As the largest suburb of Buffalo, Amherst encompasses 53 square miles, including the village of Williamsville and communities like Snyder, Eggertsville, and Getzville. The area offers diverse rental options, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $1,314 per month.

Amherst residents enjoy access to the Erie Canal trail system and parks like Glen Park and Nature View Park. The town's location provides convenient commuting via I-90, I-290, and I-990, with downtown Buffalo just 15-20 minutes away and the Canadian border within 30 minutes. The area features established shopping destinations at Boulevard Mall, while Williamsville's historic Main Street offers local shops and eateries. The University at Buffalo's North Campus and four other higher education institutions contribute to the area's educational landscape.

Renting in Amherst

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Getting Around Amherst

Transportation

46

Car-Dependent

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating
You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you need a car.
47

Somewhat Bikeable

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You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you'll most likely want your car for most errands.
1

Minimal Transit

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You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.
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Education

9
Amherst Central High School
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Public | Grades 9- 12 | 870 Students
7
Sweet Home Senior High School
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Public | Grades 9- 12 | 1,072 Students
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Amherst Middle School
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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 623 Students
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Sweet Home Middle School
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Public | Grades 6- 8 | 768 Students
6
Maplemere Elementary School
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Public | Grades K- 5 | 491 Students
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