The Station Buffalo offers modern student apartments near the University at Buffalo in a convenient North Campus location that works well for parents, students, and young professionals exploring their housing options. This FAQ guide is designed to make the search process easier by bringing together helpful details about the community, amenities, and everyday living experience in one place. Read below for leasing information, floor plan layout details, helpful moving tips, and clear pet policy breakdowns.
1. Location and Proximity to Campus
The Station Buffalo is just 0.5 miles from the University at Buffalo North Campus, or about a 10-minute walk, which makes it especially convenient for students who want to live close to class.
Yes, The Station Buffalo is within walking distance of several popular dining spots, making it easy for residents to grab a meal, coffee, or dessert close to home. Nearby options include Insomnia Cookies and Break’n Eggs Crêperie, each about a 6-minute walk away, K-BBQ & Hot Pot about a 9-minute walk away, and Anchi A La Carte and Anchor Bar Amherst, each about a 10-minute walk away.
Residents can shop for groceries and everyday household essentials at Price Rite Marketplace of Amherst, which is just 0.4 miles from The Station Buffalo. At a 10-minute walk away, it offers a convenient option for quick grocery runs and routine errands without needing to drive.
Ellicott Creek Trailway Park is about 2.9 miles from The Station Buffalo. It offers nearby trails and green space for walking, running, and getting outside, or a 7-minute drive away.
2. Units, Floor Plans, and Furnishings
The Station Buffalo offers 2-, 3-, and 4-bedroom apartment layouts, including double occupancy options. This allows students to choose whether they want a more private setup or a more shared living arrangement.
Yes, apartments come furnished with the following items:
Common Area:
- 55-inch Smart TV
- Coffee table
- Couch
- TV stand
- Side table
- Bar stools
Bedrooms:
- Desk with chair
- Dresser
- Nightstand
- Queen bed
This setup helps students move in with the basics already in place for both living and studying.
Kitchens at The Station Buffalo feature graphite counters and stainless steel appliances. Standard appliances include a refrigerator, stove, microwave, and dishwasher.
Yes, every apartment includes an in-unit washer and dryer.
Yes, The Station Buffalo offers private bedroom and bathroom options. This is a great fit for students who want more personal space while still enjoying a shared apartment layout.
The community offers several options for apartment upgrades, including balcony units, poolside units, top floor units, and premium units.
3. Amenities and Shared Spaces
Residents have access to a clubhouse with gaming and a TV lounge, an academic lounge with private group study rooms, a business center, a computer lab, and a coffee bar. There is also a community kitchen, Biladi Coffee House on the lower level of Building 1, and multiple gathering areas designed for both socializing and productivity.
Yes, The Station Buffalo has a resort-style swimming pool and hot tub. These spaces give residents a place to relax, recharge, and spend time with friends close to home.
The community includes pool tables, shuffleboard, and ping pong for casual recreation. These amenities help create a lively student atmosphere and give residents easy ways to unwind outside of class.
4. Study Areas and Academic Support Spaces
The Station Buffalo includes a business center and academic lounge with private group study rooms, which is helpful for both solo study sessions and team projects.
Yes, residents have access to an on-site computer lab.
Yes, high-speed WiFi is available throughout the property, supporting streaming, studying, video calls, and online work across both apartments and shared spaces.
5. Fitness, Recreation, and Outdoor Features
The fitness center includes Matrix treadmills, ellipticals, stair climbers, strength training machines, cable machines, a power rack, free weights and barbells, benches, Plyo boxes, spin bikes, and stationary bikes for a full workout setup.
Yes, the community offers a hot tub along with foam rollers, resistance bands, stability balls, kettlebells, medicine balls, and a TRX training system. These features support both recovery and functional training as part of a well-rounded fitness routine.
Outdoor amenities include grilling areas, community fire pits, a corn hole area, greenspace, and dog parks. These spaces make it easy to spend time outside, host friends, or enjoy a break between classes.
6. Parking and Transportation
Yes, parking is available on-site for residents. Spaces are not assigned, so parking operates on an open basis.
Parking is $10 a month.
Yes, The Station Buffalo offers a shuttle service to UB’s North and South campuses on weekdays when classes are in session. This gives residents a convenient way to get to campus while staying connected to both major UB locations.
The Station Buffalo has a Walkability Score of 45. Its location makes off-campus student living especially convenient, with University at Buffalo North Campus buildings, nearby dining, and retail destinations all within walking distance.
7. Pet Policies
Yes, The Station Buffalo is pet friendly and allows up to two animals per unit.
Yes, aggressive breeds are not permitted, including breeds such as Chow Chow, German Shepherd, Doberman Pinscher, Mastiff breeds, Staffordshire Terrier breeds, Pit Bull, Rottweiler, Cane Corso, Akita, Siberian Husky, Dogo Argentino, Alaskan Malamute, Wolf-hybrid, and mixes of these breeds.
No, exotic animals are not permitted, including birds such as parrots and toucans, reptiles such as snakes, rodents such as ferrets, fish tanks, and insects.
All pets and animals must be disclosed and approved before move-in. Applicants must complete a pet profile through PetScreening as part of the approval process.
There is a $300 one-time nonrefundable pet fee and a monthly pet fee of $30 per pet.
Yes, The Station Buffalo has two dog parks on site for residents to enjoy with their pups.
8. Safety and Security Features
Resident access is controlled through FOB-entry. Apartments also feature individually locking bedroom doors, which adds another layer of privacy.
Yes, security cameras are located throughout the property. The community also has an on-site security guard Thursday through Sunday.
9. On-Site Management and Maintenance
Yes, The Station Buffalo has a helpful and friendly on-site management team focused on creating a welcoming and inclusive environment.
Maintenance requests at The Station Buffalo are handled by an on-site maintenance team that is available to assist residents. Residents can submit work orders through the online resident portal, call the front office, or stop by the front desk in person. For maintenance emergencies, residents should contact the leasing office right away.
10. Community Events and Resident Programming
Yes, resident events are part of the community experience at The Station Buffalo. These events are designed to help students connect, engage, and feel more at home.
The goal of resident programming at The Station Buffalo is to create a community where residents feel connected, supported, and genuinely at home. Through the P.A.W.S. model, events and activities are designed to encourage philanthropic, academic, wellness, and social growth, including study nights, wellness workshops, community service projects, game nights, and resident socials. This approach helps enhance the overall resident experience and supports a more well-rounded student lifestyle.
11. General Property Information
The Station Buffalo was built in 2021.
The community includes 196 units and 749 beds. This gives The Station Buffalo the scale to offer a wide range of amenities and shared spaces while serving a large student population.
The Station Buffalo is located at 1185 Sweet Home Rd, Buffalo, NY, 14226. This North Campus location places residents close to the University at Buffalo and nearby retail and dining destinations.