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Help Buffalo Ii

Name: Help Buffalo Ii
Address: 368 Broadway St, Buffalo, NY, 14204, US
Telephone: 7168556711
Rating: 87

368 Broadway St, Buffalo, NY, 14204

Information verified August 17, 2026·We re-check waiting list status daily

About This Property

Help Buffalo II is a public housing development in Buffalo, NY comprising 47 units, with 15 units designated as accessible. The property serves residents in Erie County and operates as an affordable housing resource for the community.

Waitlist Information

Waitlist managed by Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority

Public Housing Waitlist

Open

Apply: In-person, Mail

This is a New York State-governed public housing development requiring pre-screening interviews and paper applications picked up at the Marine Drive Apartments Management Office. Applicants must meet income eligibility, citizenship/immigration requirements, and pass background checks. Preferences include date of application, priority, and income range.

Last verified February 12, 2026

Section 8 (HCV) Waitlist

Closed

Eligibility is based on income, family size, citizenship/immigration, and background checks. Preferences include families terminated from HCV due to insufficient funding and Non-Elderly Disabled applicants; the last opening used a random lottery weighted by preferences.

Last verified June 12, 2026

Waitlist data provided by section8waitlist.org

Updated August 17, 2026

Property Details

Total Units

Accessible Units

HUD Inspection Score

Good

Inspected November 2019

HUD inspects properties on a 0-100 scale. Scores above 60 are considered passing.

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 Help Buffalo Ii is typically 30% of household income or less.

How many units does Help Buffalo Ii have?+

Help Buffalo Ii has a total of 47 housing units.

How do I apply for housing at Help Buffalo Ii?+

Help Buffalo Ii is a Public Housing property. To apply, you can start by calling 7168556711, 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.

What is the HUD inspection score for Help Buffalo Ii?+

Help Buffalo Ii has a HUD inspection score of 87 out of 100, which is considered good. HUD inspects subsidized housing properties to ensure they meet minimum health and safety standards. Scores of 60 or above are considered passing.

Is there a waitlist for Help Buffalo Ii?+

Public Housing waitlist is currently Open. 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.

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