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The cost of independent living in University At Buffalo is about $2,959 per month. To find the best independent living for your preferences and budget, browse these 97 options. Read 788 reviews, see photos, and learn about amenities that make independent living the ideal next step for adults 55+ who wish to enjoy friendships and hobbies without the hassle of cooking and home maintenance.

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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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This is the best community for my mother, and her needs. I couldn't be any more satisfied with all they have done for us. She is in very good hands, and receiving good care. They have an adequate staff, and...
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
      Our recently built state of the art facility sits upon twenty beautifully landscaped acres.  Bristol Village is located in the heart of Clarence Center off Clarence Center Road in a quiet community that supports its neighbor's safety and overall well-being. We are...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
StoneGate Apartment Homes is a unique 55 and over community. We are luxury senior apartments in the Williamsville, New York area. Our residents enjoy the privacy of having their own home as well as the enjoyment of daily community activities. StoneGate has both one and two bedroom apartments as...
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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We are very pleased with the Bristol home. Mom is also very happy there. She has made friends and is much more active. All personnel are friendly. We feel she is safe and well cared for.
Provides: Assisted Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
The Bristol Home is a non-profit assisted living facility located in the theatre district of Downtown Buffalo. The Bristol Home has served the needs of the area's elderly women for more than one hundred and thirty-five years. Our mission is to continue providing exceptional care and services to...
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They have a calendar of lunches you get at the beginning of every month. The food is good and there is a variety of choices. They call every morning to see if you would like lunch that day. They also offer...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Our English garden-style apartments located in a quiet neighborhood in Buffalo New York. We are conveniently located near Buffalo's finest historical sights and in the theatre district for those who enjoy arts and entertainment. The structure and lay out of the apartments are designed for...
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Assisted Living, Independent Living
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Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
Provides: Senior Apartments
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Senior Apartments: Senior apartments offer accessible, no-frills living for seniors who are generally active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.
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Was expectibg one of the lower tier homes for the price but it’s very nice there!
Provides: Assisted Living, Memory Care
Care types provided by this community
Assisted Living: Assisted living facilities offer housing and care for active seniors who may need support with activities of daily living, like bathing, dressing, and medication management.
Memory Care: Memory care facilities provide housing, care, and therapies for seniors who have Alzheimer’s disease or other forms of dementia in an environment designed to reduce confusion and prevent wandering.
There’s something for everyone at Glenwell, a senior living community that offers the comforts of home, a commitment to enhancing quality of life, and personal care services in a supportive environment. Our welcoming community is conveniently located in a quiet setting just around the corner from...
Provides: Independent Living
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Independent Living: Independent living facilities offer convenient, hassle-free living in a social environment for seniors who are active, healthy, and able to live on their own.

Cost of independent living in University At Buffalo, NY

The average cost of senior living in University At Buffalo is $2,959 per month. Cheaper nearby regions include Silver Creek, NY with an average of $2,390 per month.

Independent living costs in University At Buffalo, NY, vs. nearby cities

University At Buffalo, NY
$2,959/mo
$2,946/mo

Independent living costs in University At Buffalo, NY, vs. state and national averages

University At Buffalo, NY
$2,959/mo
U.S. national average
$4,153/mo

Independent living costs in University At Buffalo, NY, vs. other senior living options

$4,341/mo
Independent Living
$2,959/mo

Independent living costs in University At Buffalo, NY, by floor plan type

Semi-Private
$8,270/mo
Studio
$6,185/mo
1 Bedroom
$4,845/mo
2 Bedroom
$4,288/mo

Senior living costs in University At Buffalo vs. state and national costs

Cost comparison table showing community type costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column communityType: Community type
Column destination: University At Buffalo, NY
Column state: New York
Column national: U.S.
Community typeUniversity At Buffalo, NYNew YorkU.S.
Independent Living$2,959/mo$4,692/mo$4,153/mo
Assisted Living$4,341/mo$5,837/mo$4,698/mo
Memory Care$4,341/mo$5,927/mo$4,946/mo
Independent Living
University At Buffalo, NY:$2,959/mo
New York:$4,692/mo
U.S.:$4,153/mo
Assisted Living
University At Buffalo, NY:$4,341/mo
New York:$5,837/mo
U.S.:$4,698/mo
Memory Care
University At Buffalo, NY:$4,341/mo
New York:$5,927/mo
U.S.:$4,946/mo
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Independent living costs in University At Buffalo, NY, over time

The line graph below shows how monthly independent living costs have shifted over the past five years in University At Buffalo and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent quarterly averages of what seniors actually paid after moving into A Place for Mom partner communities.

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Independent living cost trends in University At Buffalo, NY

The table below shows how monthly independent living costs in University At Buffalo have changed in the last two years and how those changes compare with state and national trends. The figures represent averages of actual costs paid by seniors who moved into A Place for Mom partner communities in 2023 and 2024.

Cost comparison table showing 2023 and 2024 median costs by location. This table contains 3 rows of data across 4 columns.
Column location: Location
Column cost2024: 2024 average cost
Column cost2023: 2023 average cost
Column percentChange: Percent change
Location2024 average cost2023 average costPercent change
University At Buffalo, NY$2,830/mo$2,745/mo+3.1%
New York$3,753/mo$3,658/mo+2.6%
National$3,261/mo$3,166/mo+3.0%
University At Buffalo, NY
2024 average cost:$2,830/mo
2023 average cost:$2,745/mo
Percent change:+3.1%
New York
2024 average cost:$3,753/mo
2023 average cost:$3,658/mo
Percent change:+2.6%
National
2024 average cost:$3,261/mo
2023 average cost:$3,166/mo
Percent change:+3.0%
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What families are saying about independent living in University At Buffalo

Recent reviews for independent living in University At Buffalo

River Road Retirement Residence in Niagara Falls, ON

5.0
The staff at River Road are very friendly and attentive to the residents. My sister in law enjoys the food and they have a variety to choose from. They have activities for the residents, however she does not participate in any. The community is well maintained inside and out.

Brompton Heights in Williamsville, NY

3.6
Brompton Heights does a good job at working with you to make sure your loved one has the best care possible. They are compassionate, and skilled at different levels of care for the residents. The meals are decent for my loved one. Ice cream socials, outside entertainment, book readings, ...
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Bristolwood Senior Living Community in Buffalo, NY

5.0
Have been here a little over a week now and am quite happy wIth everything! People are friendly and Bristol is quick to respond to any calls that you present. The food is quite good! Overall I am enjoying living here .

University At Buffalo independent living services and amenities

These charts highlight some of the many care, dining, and entertainment offerings available in University At Buffalo independent living communities. They don’t represent all possible services and amenities available at assisted living communities in University At Buffalo, but support comparisons against nationwide offerings. Our Senior Living Advisors can help you find communities that fit your preferences.

Availability of select dietary accommodations in University At Buffalo independent living

Independent living communities help seniors maintain a balanced diet by accommodating their health needs, allergies, and other restrictions. Below you’ll find the percentage of University At Buffalo partners making specific dietary accommodations for seniors compared to the percentage of assisted living partners making those accommodations nationally.
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Nutritionist / dietician
Nutritionist / dietician
12.3%
20.5%
Low / no sodium
Low / no sodium
13.6%
34.4%
No sugar
No sugar
13.6%
30.9%
Vegetarian
Vegetarian
14.8%
33.6%
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Availability of select dining options in University At Buffalo independent living

Our independent living communities know that seniors want top-quality meals and options for how they dine. The chart below indicates the percentage of University At Buffalo communities that offer dining options to their discerning residents compared to our partners nationally.
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Professional chef
Professional chef
8.6%
36.5%
Restaurant style dining
Restaurant style dining
19.8%
43.5%
Room service
Room service
9.9%
37%
Anytime dining
Anytime dining
1.2%
17.2%
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Availability of select programs and activities in University At Buffalo independent living

Senior living communities offer a variety of programming to keep seniors socially, mentally, and physically vibrant. The chart below shows what percentage of partnered independent living communities in University At Buffalo offer the selected activities, amenities, and programs compared to the percentage of partners nationwide.
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Activity director
Activity director
22.2%
45.1%
Pet-focused programs
Pet-focused programs
14.8%
28.3%
Community service programs
Community service programs
16%
33%
Devotional activities on-site
Devotional activities on-site
24.7%
47.5%
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
Parties / BBQs / happy hour
32.1%
48.9%
Outings / off-site activities
Outings / off-site activities
35.8%
54%
Piano or organ
Piano or organ
16%
42.9%
Arts and crafts center
Arts and crafts center
16%
38.1%
Educational speakers / life long learning
Educational speakers / life long learning
21%
41.8%
Clubs / games / karaoke
Clubs / games / karaoke
24.7%
47.1%
Live performances
Live performances
23.5%
46.8%
Dances
Dances
11.1%
33%
Fitness center
Fitness center
18.5%
39.5%
Fitness classes
Fitness classes
22.2%
46.4%
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