About This Property
Braco & Linwood Apts. offers 296 units in Buffalo, NY, including 295 low-income units with a mix of studio through 4-bedroom floor plans. The property features 7 studio units, 94 one-bedroom units, 149 two-bedroom units, 27 three-bedroom units, and 18 four-bedroom units. The development utilizes 4% Low-Income Housing Tax Credits and tax-exempt bond financing to support affordable housing.
Waitlist Information
Waitlist managed by Town of Amherst
The Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) for Western New York, overseen by the Town of Amherst as lead agency for the Erie County PHA Consortium, is administered by Belmont Housing Resources for WNY, Inc. Their waiting list has been suspended since July 2011 and is currently closed to new applicants.
Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org
Updated September 7, 2026
Property Details
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.
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $16,600
- Very Low (50%)
- $27,650
- Low (80%)
- $44,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $18,950
- Very Low (50%)
- $31,600
- Low (80%)
- $50,500
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $21,960
- Very Low (50%)
- $35,550
- Low (80%)
- $56,800
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $26,500
- Very Low (50%)
- $39,450
- Low (80%)
- $63,100
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $31,040
- Very Low (50%)
- $42,650
- Low (80%)
- $68,150
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $35,580
- Very Low (50%)
- $45,800
- Low (80%)
- $73,200
- Extremely Low (30%)
- $40,120
- Very Low (50%)
- $48,950
- Low (80%)
- $78,250
- 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 |
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Tax Credit Program Details
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 Braco & Linwood Apts. is typically 30% of household income or less.
What size apartments are available at Braco & Linwood Apts.?+
Braco & Linwood Apts. offers the following unit types: 7 Studio, 94 One-Bedroom, 149 Two-Bedroom, 27 Three-Bedroom, 18 Four-Bedroom units, for a total of 296 units.
Is there a waitlist for Braco & Linwood Apts.?+
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.
How do I apply for housing at Braco & Linwood Apts.?+
Braco & Linwood Apts. is a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) property. To apply, you can start by calling , or contacting the property management office. Contact the property to learn about availability and application requirements. Eligibility is based on income limits set for the area.
What is the price range for apartments in Buffalo, NY?+
Based on Fair Market Rent for Erie County, the estimated price range is: 1-bedroom: $992, 2-bedroom: $1163, 3-bedroom: $1424. Actual rent at Braco & Linwood Apts. may be lower for income-eligible households.
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.
Who manages Braco & Linwood Apts.?+
Braco & Linwood Apts. is managed by . You can reach them at .
Walk Score
Walker's Paradise
Nearby Schools
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