Air Buffalo, Buffalo

You can find everything from opulent student housing to modest student accommodation in Buffalo. All the student accommodations in Buffalo are made to match the needs and requirements of the students. Although from the variety of options for student accommodation in Buffalo, amber provides you with a good list of accommodations based on students' preferences and likes; as the city is home to all the widely acclaimed universities and colleges like Canisius College, Buffalo State College, The Greenpoint House and D'Youville University the student community is ever-growing.

Ranging from the luxurious student housing in Buffalo city centre to the budget-friendly student accommodations available in the city, it has properties for everyone. Studios, private halls of residence, and PBSA are the three types of public student housing available in Buffalo. The town provides a variety of private accommodations in various versatile locations. Private student housing in Buffalo is inexpensive, comfortable, and luxurious, and the property configurations include en-suites, studios, and shared apartments. 

At amber, we are committed to making your search for a home in Buffalo easier for you. June Homes 10027, 230 Sullivan Street, Campus Walk Apartments, The Hamilton House and The North Constitution are one of our top student accommodations available here.

Buffalo is the second-largest city in New York. Buffalo is a city with a lot to offer in terms of arts, culture, and nightlife. It is known for its world-class sports teams, renowned art collections, and museum displays. Buffalo's award-winning airport helped the city's economy. Compared to other universities in the region, the University at Buffalo provides more degree programmes and a more extensive programme for training pharmacy technicians. The city is situated along the Niagara River, which joins Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. The city is home to a variety of museums and galleries, including the Albright-Knox Art Gallery, the Buffalo and Erie County Historical Society, the Buffalo Museum of Science, the Big Orbit Gallery, and the Pierce Arrow Museum. Festivals such as the Buffalo Niagara Guitar Festival, the Hellenic Festival, and the Taste of Buffalo provide opportunities for family fun.

As the primary factor for any student accommodation is its location and distance from the university, students often consider sustainability, lifestyle, and commuting services before choosing an ideal student accommodation. Student accommodation in Buffalo adheres to the facilities a student would require. Being close to many major cities and home to some prestigious universities and big businesses, Buffalo attracts students from all over the world. Doing justice to the kind of infrastructure and class of the locality, we have some of the best picks for student accommodation and Campus Walk Apartments top the list. Through amber, you can book student accommodations that provide all basic amenities at pocket-friendly prices.

Living in Buffalo is much more affordable compared to other major cities. So to further help plan out your budget and expenses, we have provided rough estimates of a few other mandatory costs you will have to bear while living as a student. Most of these estimates prices will vary depending on personal preferences but are a helpful way to gauge how much you could be spending.

Food and Groceries - $471.34/ month 

Gas & Electricity (Utility bills) -  $163.07/ month

Internet & Phone Bills - $66.43/ month

Dinner at a restaurant - $100/ meal

Inexpensive Restaurant - $25/ meal

Clothing and Shoes - $200-$300 

Travel & Conveyance - $127/ month if you get a monthly metro card

The airport, a light-rail system, buses, and harbours are all managed by the Niagara Frontier Transportation Authority (NFTA). Through a collaboration with Metro Bus and Rail, the Buffalo Board of Education offers transportation for students. 25 schools, including public, private, and charter schools, are directly served by Metro. The Board of Education passes have been tailored to each individual kid because there are 10,400 students and more than 20,000 rides each day. 

Metro Bus: Throughout Western New York, the NFTA runs 323 buses on 61 lines. Intercity buses depart and arrive at the NFTA's Metropolitan Transportation Center on Ellicott Street. NFTA provides one-way, one-day and monthly passes to students. 

Metro Rail: One-line rail and subway service is provided by Metro Rail. It begins at UB's South Campus and moves to Buffalo's southernmost point. All rail stations have ticket vending machines. The Buffalo-Depew station in Depew serves the city's eastern suburbs. Buffalo is also an important stop through lines between Chicago and New York City across the lower Ontario Peninsula, and trains stop at Buffalo Central Terminal.

Zipcar: Short-term car rentals are available to students 18 years and older. Zipcar provides affordable hourly and daily fees, including gas, insurance, and a mileage allowance, making it one of the best transportation options for those staying at any of the Trocaire College off-campus housing.