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Highlights

  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Professional maintenance team
  • Spacious 2 bedroom 1 bathroom
  • Large storage unit

Location

1608 Sweet Home Rd, Amherst, NY 14228, USA
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Management

950 Broadway Tenant LLC

Leasing office

(716) 578-0126

Property Overview

1608 Sweethome offers strong value and convenience, with an 8.3 expert rating, a perfect price score, and a 9 for location. It also stands out for stainless steel appliances, a professional maintenance team, a spacious 2 bedroom 1 bathroom layout, and a large storage unit, along with nearby public transportation and top-ranked value metrics.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1608 Sweethome is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1608 Sweethome has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • Less expensive
  • Middle school nearby
  • More space

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath1,134 sqft$1,575 /mo1 unit availableAsk about getting $250 off! Spacious 2 bedroom 1 bathroom apartments available ! Walk to UB North, restaurants, coffee shops and more. Newly renovated units have modern flooring, private patios, and stainless steel appliances. A large storage unit is available in the basement for your convenience! Parking, trash, shared laundry, and water is included in your rent. Professional maintenance team is available on an as needed basis. We can't wait to help you find your new home. Schedule a tour today! Leasing special is available for a limited time, Restrictions May Apply.*

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One-time. Refundable.

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About 1608 Sweethome

Home 1608 Sweethome

Ask about getting $250 off! Spacious 2 bedroom 1 bathroom apartments available ! Walk to UB North, restaurants, coffee shops and more. Newly renovated units have modern flooring, private patios, and stainless steel appliances. A large storage unit is available in the basement for your convenience! Parking, trash, shared laundry, and water is included in your rent. Professional maintenance team is available on an as needed basis. We can't wait to help you find your new home. Schedule a tour today! Leasing special is available for a limited time, Restrictions May Apply.*


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, 1608 Sweethome is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, 1608 Sweethome has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated 1608 Sweethome
Price·10A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
1608 Sweethome offers an excellent balance between price and value. It's priced competitively for its amenities, location, and other key features. Compared to the median price per bedroom in the area, this property is less than, or about the same as, nearby rentals, so residents can expect great value without too many compromises on their desired standard of living.
Amenities·8A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
With multiple in-demand amenities, 1608 Sweethome is committed to enhancing the renting experience. And while it may have fewer total conveniences and features than similar rentals nearby, it remains a top choice for renters wanting an specific standard of living.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
1608 Sweethome is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While 1608 Sweethome does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·7A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
1608 Sweethome provides some information about the features available in the community and its apartments, making it a reliable option for prospective renters. Renters should ask additional questions about amenities and non-negotiable items they are looking for.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How 1608 Sweethome compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Less expensive
The 2-bedrooms are cheaper than other similar listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1.1 miles away
More space
The 2-bedroom is 84 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Public transit nearby
Only 0.6 miles from transit

Considerations

Distance from grocery stores
The nearest grocery store is 2.0 miles away

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Rent trends in Amherst

2-bedroom apartments at 1608 Sweethome cost about 5% more than the average rent price for 2-bedroom apartments in Amherst.

Median rents as of Mar 7 2026.
Amherst
A table of studio rental data trends in Amherst
MonthMedian Rent
April 2025$700
July 2025$885
August 2025$885
December 2025$1,195
January 2026$1,153
February 2026$1,111
March 2026$1,195

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Bedrooms

2 bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$63,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $63,000 annually to afford this 2-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,575.
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Schools near 1608 Sweethome

Heritage Heights Elementary School

2545 sweet home rd

amherst, NY, 14228

PK, K-5Public
B

North Park Community School #50

780 parkside ave

buffalo, NY, 14216

PK, K-4Public
B

Build Community School

340 fougeron st

buffalo, NY, 14211

PK, K-8Public
C-

Martin Luther King Jr #48

487 high st

buffalo, NY, 14211

PK, K-6Public
C-

Erie 1 Boces

355 harlem rd

west seneca, NY, 14224

K-12Public
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Getting around Amherst near 1608 Sweet Home Rd

Walking

5/10
Some shops and stores are within a few minutes.

Driving

10/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

6/10
Peddling isn’t a problem with cyclist-friendly streets and bikeable destinations.

Transit

1/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 1608 Sweet Home Rd, Amherst

Groceries

4/10
At least one grocery store within a 30-minute walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

5/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

2/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

9/10
At least one high school within a 10-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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