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Highlights

  • Spacious layouts
  • Brand-new appliances
  • Off street parking
  • Luxury living
  • Nonsmoking apartment
  • High ceilings

Location

217 Summer St, Buffalo, NY 14222, USA|Bryant
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Management

Buffalo Management Group

Leasing office

(716) 886-5300

Property Overview

Summer Elms receives an impressive Zumper expert rating of 8.8, with perfect scores in price and amenities, highlighting its competitive pricing and luxury living features like spacious layouts and brand-new appliances. The property is situated in a prime location, boasting a location rating of 9 out of 10, providing easy access to numerous restaurants, cultural centers, and wellness facilities. Additionally, it promotes a strong sense of community and social life, complemented by a transparent description and trustworthiness rating of 8 out of 10.

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

Zumper Expert Rating

8.8
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Summer Elms is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Summer Elms 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

  • Middle school nearby
  • High school nearby
  • Elementary school nearby

Great for

  • Social life
  • Wellness

Floor plans

219-7 (FURNISHED)Studio1 bath465 sqft$2,100 /mo1 unit availableExperience the newly renovated Summer Elms! Our modernized 1 and 2-bedroom apartments offer the perfect blend of historic charm and luxury living. Enjoy spacious layouts, high ceilings, and abundant natural light. With brand-new appliances, custom doors, and refinished oak floors, every detail has been carefully considered. Located in the heart of Elmwood Village, you'll have easy access to a plethora of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. You can also park on site with our off street parking. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your lifestyle. Contact us TODAY to schedule a tour! Lease Term Requirements - 3 Month Lease Minimum Required - 12 Month Lease Option @ $1895/mo - WiFi and 1 Parking Space Included - First month's rent and security deposit due at lease signing. - Must have good landlord references, and a credit score above 650. - Nonsmoking apartment on a smoke free campus. - No pets in FURNISHED unit For a full listing of available apartments, visit our website at https buffalomanagementgroup com buffalo-apartments

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Amenities for Summer Elms

Apartment Amenities

Central HeatHeating
One Off Street Parking Spot IncludedPrivate Entrance
Water

Appliances

DishwasherElectric
Stainless Steel DishwasherStainless Steel Gas Stove
Stainless Steel MicrowaveStainless Steel Refrigerator

Tech

WiFi Included

Building

Intercom SystemOnsite Laundry

Services

24 Hour Emergency Maintenance

Other

Garbage Removal
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

Policies and fees

Dog Policy

Not allowed

Cat Policy

Not allowed

No pets allowed.

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Building details

Property details

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About Summer Elms

HomeApartments in BuffaloBryant Summer Elms

Experience the newly renovated Summer Elms! Our modernized 1 and 2-bedroom apartments offer the perfect blend of historic charm and luxury living. Enjoy spacious layouts, high ceilings, and abundant natural light. With brand-new appliances, custom doors, and refinished oak floors, every detail has been carefully considered. Located in the heart of Elmwood Village, you'll have easy access to a plethora of dining, shopping, and entertainment options. You can also park on site with our off street parking. Don't miss this opportunity to elevate your lifestyle. Contact us TODAY to schedule a tour! Lease Term Requirements - 3 Month Lease Minimum Required - 12 Month Lease Option @ $1895/mo - WiFi and 1 Parking Space Included - First month's rent and security deposit due at lease signing. - Must have good landlord references, and a credit score above 650. - Nonsmoking apartment on a smoke free campus. - No pets in FURNISHED unit For a full listing of available apartments, visit our website at https buffalomanagementgroup com buffalo-apartments


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.
8.8
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.8 out of 10 overall, Summer Elms is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, Summer Elms 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 Summer Elms
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.
Summer Elms 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·10A 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.
Summer Elms stands out as a premier property with an impressive array of amenities and an excellent standard of living. Residents here have access to many of the most popular and desired perks, making this one of the top choices for renters seeking unparalleled comfort and convenience.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
Summer Elms 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 Summer Elms does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A 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.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Summer Elms is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 236 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 309 mixed-use spaces nearby
  • 90 museums, art galleries, or cultural centers within 1 mile

Wellness

  • Ample windows and natural lighting
  • HVAC systems available onsite
  • There are 35 grocery stores within 1 mile
  • 25 health/wellness centers nearby

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 Summer Elms compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
High school nearby
There is a high school 0.4 mile away
Elementary school nearby
There is an elementary school 0.5 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
Images Available
There are at least 10 photos of this address
Outdoor space
Easy access to the outdoors

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Rent trends in Bryant

studio apartments at Summer Elms cost about 38% more than the average rent price for studio apartments in Bryant.

Median rents as of Oct 18 2025.
Bryant
Buffalo
A table of studio rental data trends in Buffalo
MonthMedian Rent
November 2023$999
December 2023$1,052
January 2024$1,156
February 2024$1,299
March 2024$1,297
April 2024$1,262
May 2024$1,158
June 2024$1,042
July 2024$953
August 2024$992
September 2024$990
October 2024$946
November 2024$994
December 2024$1,071
January 2025$1,150
February 2025$1,129
March 2025$1,095
April 2025$1,103
May 2025$1,098
June 2025$990
July 2025$992
August 2025$1,058
September 2025$1,129
October 2025$1,107
A table of studio rental data trends in Bryant
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,325
January 2024$1,445
February 2024$1,465
March 2024$1,405
April 2024$1,410
May 2024$1,346
June 2024$1,181
July 2024$1,029
August 2024$1,041
September 2024$1,043
October 2024$1,050
January 2025$1,283
February 2025$1,319
March 2025$1,276
April 2025$1,251
May 2025$1,165
June 2025$1,184
July 2025$1,190
August 2025$1,143
September 2025$1,533
October 2025$1,590

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Bedrooms

Studio

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

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Schools near Summer Elms

P.S. 30 - Frank A. Sedita Academy

21 lowell pl

buffalo, NY, 14213

PK, K-8Public
C-

P.S. 76 - Herman Badillo Bilingual Academy

315 carolina st

buffalo, NY, 14201

PK, K-8Public
C-

PS 003 D'Youville Porter Campus School

255 porter ave

buffalo, NY, 14201

PK, K-8Public
C-

PS 37 Marva J. Daniel Futures Preparatory School

295 carlton st

buffalo, NY, 14204

PK, K-8Public
C-

P.S. 45 - International School

141 hoyt st

buffalo, NY, 14213

PK, K-8Public
C
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Neighborhood

Bryant | Buffalo, NY

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Buffalo near 217 Summer St

Walking

8/10
No car? No problem. Everything you need is within a few blocks.

Driving

6/10
This area is close to freeways and has adequate parking options.

Cycling

5/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.

Transit

5/10
Frequent public transit options are within walking distance.

Points of interest for 217 Summer St, Buffalo

Groceries

9/10
At least one grocery store within a few minutes' walk

Shopping

5/10
Variety of shops within walking distance

Cafes

6/10
Some cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

7/10
Variety of restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

9/10
At least one elementary school within a 10-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

5/10
Some bars within walking distance

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