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Town of Amherst

Name: Town of Amherst
Address: 2393 Main St, Buffalo, NY, 14214, US
Telephone: 7168847791

2393 Main St, Buffalo, NY, 14214

Information verified May 8, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily·Waitlist data synced 15 hr ago

About This Property

Amherst Housing Authority operates 5,540 public housing units in Buffalo, NY. Both the public housing and Section 8 waitlists are currently closed. The authority provides rental assistance through these federally-funded programs.

Waitlist Information

Public Housing Waitlist

Closed

No current information found

Last verified February 10, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

No current information found regarding an open waiting list or specific preferences for a future opening. The last known waiting list opening for the Town of Amherst's HCV program was in June 2024.

Last verified February 19, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated May 8, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

5540

Fair Market Rent - Erie County, NY

FMR represents the estimated amount needed to cover rent and utilities for a moderately-priced unit in this area.

Bedrooms	FMR
Studio/Efficiency	$951
1 Bedroom	$992
2 Bedroom	$1,163
3 Bedroom	$1,424
4 Bedroom	$1,604

Income Limits - Erie County, NY

Annual income limits by household size used to determine eligibility for affordable housing programs.

1 Person

Extremely Low (30%): $16,600
Very Low (50%): $27,650
Low (80%): $44,200

2 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $18,950
Very Low (50%): $31,600
Low (80%): $50,500

3 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $21,960
Very Low (50%): $35,550
Low (80%): $56,800

4 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $26,500
Very Low (50%): $39,450
Low (80%): $63,100

5 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $31,040
Very Low (50%): $42,650
Low (80%): $68,150

6 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $35,580
Very Low (50%): $45,800
Low (80%): $73,200

7 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $40,120
Very Low (50%): $48,950
Low (80%): $78,250

8 Persons

Extremely Low (30%): $44,660
Very Low (50%): $52,100
Low (80%): $83,300

Household	Extremely Low (30%)	Very Low (50%)	Low (80%)
1 Person	$16,600	$27,650	$44,200
2 Persons	$18,950	$31,600	$50,500
3 Persons	$21,960	$35,550	$56,800
4 Persons	$26,500	$39,450	$63,100
5 Persons	$31,040	$42,650	$68,150
6 Persons	$35,580	$45,800	$73,200
7 Persons	$40,120	$48,950	$78,250
8 Persons	$44,660	$52,100	$83,300

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the average rent for affordable housing in Buffalo, NY?+

The Fair Market Rent (FMR) for Erie County, NY is: $951 (Studio), $992 (1BR), $1163 (2BR), $1424 (3BR), $1604 (4BR). Actual rent at subsidized properties like Town of Amherst is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Town of Amherst have?+

Town of Amherst has a total of 5540 housing units.

Is there a waitlist for Town of Amherst?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Closed. Section 8 (HCV) waitlist is currently Closed. Waitlist status can change frequently, so check back regularly or contact the housing authority directly for the most up-to-date information.

What are the income limits for affordable housing in Erie County, NY?+

For a 4-person household in Erie County, NY, the income limits are: Extremely Low Income (30% AMI): $26,500, Very Low Income (50% AMI): $39,450, Low Income (80% AMI): $63,100. These limits are set by HUD and updated annually.

How do I apply for housing at Town of Amherst?+

Town of Amherst is a Housing Authority property. To apply, you can start by calling 7168847791, or visiting their website, or contacting the property management office. You may need to submit an application and be placed on a waitlist. Eligibility is typically based on income, family size, and other factors.

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