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Highlights

  • Attached garage
  • Stainless steel appliances
  • Elevator
  • Attached garages
  • Granite countertops
  • In unit laundry

Location

491 John James Audubon Pkwy, Amherst, NY 14228, USA
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Management

Bliss Property Management, LLC

Leasing office

(716) 204-2927

Property Overview

The Parkway Apartments receive an impressive overall rating of 8.3, reflecting strong performance in pricing, amenities, and location with scores of 9 out of 10 each. Notable features include stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and in-unit laundry, contributing to a high standard of living. Additionally, the property's proximity to groceries, restaurants, and local event hubs enhances its appeal, making it ideal for those seeking an active social life.

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

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, The Parkway Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Parkway Apartments 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

  • More space
  • Middle school nearby
  • Dishwasher

Great for

  • Social life

Floor plans

Unit C1 bed1 bath803 sqft$1,675 /mo1 unit availableThis luxurious one bedroom apartment includes: in unit laundry, stainless steel appliances, luxury vinyl flooring, granite countertops, patio/balcony, elevator, FOB access, attached and detached garages and much more!
Unit H & HR2 bed2 bath1,201 sqft$2,045 /mo1 unit availableThis luxurious two bedroom apartment includes: in unit laundry, stainless steel appliances, luxury vinyl flooring, granite countertops, patio/balcony, elevator, FOB access, attached and detached garages and much more!
Unit E & EF2 bed2 bath1,274 sqft$2,095 /mo1 unit availableThis luxurious two bedroom apartment includes: in unit laundry, stainless steel appliances, luxury vinyl flooring, granite countertops, patio/balcony, elevator, FOB access, attached and detached garages and much more!
Unit B & BR3 bed2 bath1,331 sqft$2,395 /mo1 unit availableThis luxurious three bedroom apartment includes: in unit laundry, stainless steel appliances, luxury vinyl flooring, granite countertops, patio/balcony, elevator, FOB access, attached garage to the apartment and much more!

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Amenities for The Parkway Apartments

Appliances

DishwasherGas Range
In-Unit LaundryMicrowave
RangeRefrigerator
Washer and Dryer
Units, floor plans, amenities, dimensions, details, availability, and prices may be approximate and subject to change. Please contact a community representative for more information.

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This luxurious three bedroom apartment includes: in unit laundry, stainless steel appliances, luxury vinyl flooring, granite countertops, patio/balcony, elevator, FOB access, attached garage to the apartment and much more!


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, The Parkway Apartments is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, The Parkway Apartments 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 The Parkway Apartments
Price·9A 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.
The Parkway Apartments stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A 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.
The Parkway Apartments goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including dishwasher. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, The Parkway Apartments receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
The Parkway Apartments 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 The Parkway Apartments 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.

Reviews from the web

Showing 8 highest rated

Clean, quiet, safe, and friendly management! Great experience living here.

Lexi Nordmann

Lexi Nordmann

Jun 22, 2023

Beautiful apartments in an excellent location with a helpful & friendly staff!

Nicholas Morganti

Nicholas Morganti

Aug 17, 2023

We’re sharing just 8 of many, sorted highest to lowest. Visit the Google business profile to view all reviews.

The Parkway Apartments is great for:

Social life

  • Areas nearby are accessible by walking
  • 24 restaurants within 1 mile of this property
  • 3 local event hubs within 1 mile
  • Diverse age groups live in this area

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 The Parkway Apartments compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

More space
The 1-bedroom is 290 sqft larger than other listings nearby
More space
The 2-bedroom is 281 sqft larger than other listings nearby
Middle school nearby
There is a middle school 1 mile away
Dishwasher
Dishwasher available in kitchen
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Rent trends in Amherst

1-bedroom apartments here are priced 26% higher than 1-bedrooms in Amherst.

If you decide to upgrade your space, you can expect 2-bedrooms at The Parkway Apartments to be 26% more than the average for similarly sized apartments in Amherst.

3-bedroom apartments at The Parkway Apartments cost about 9% more than the average rent price for 3-bedroom apartments in Amherst.

Median rents as of Aug 24 2025.
Amherst
A table of studio rental data trends in Amherst
MonthMedian Rent
December 2023$1,765
January 2024$1,765
February 2024$1,349
March 2024$1,349
April 2024$1,365
May 2024$1,265
June 2024$1,265
April 2025$700
July 2025$885
August 2025$885

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Can I afford to live at 491 John James Audubon Pkwy?

Bedrooms

Rent-to-income ratio

30%

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Recommended income

$67,000/yr

With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $67,000 annually to afford this 1-bedroom monthly rent price of $1,675.
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Schools near The Parkway Apartments

Heim Elementary School

155 heim rd

williamsville, NY, 14221

K-4Public
A

Maple West Elementary School

851 maple rd

williamsville, NY, 14221

K-4Public
A

Dodge Elementary School

1900 dodge rd

east amherst, NY, 14051

K-4Public
A

Maple East Elementary School

1500 maple rd

williamsville, NY, 14221

K-4Public
A

Forest Elementary School

250 n forest rd

williamsville, NY, 14221

PK, K-4Public
A
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Getting around Amherst near 491 John James Audubon Pkwy

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

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

Transit

0/10
FYI, there are little to no public transit options within walking distance.

Points of interest for 491 John James Audubon Pkwy, Amherst

Groceries

0/10
No grocery stores within walking distance

Shopping

2/10
Few or no shops within walking distance

Cafes

2/10
Few or no cafés within walking distance

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within walking distance

Primary schools

3/10
No elementary schools within a 30-minute walk

High schools

1/10
No high schools within a 30-minute walk

Parks

6/10
Moderate amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

1/10
Few or no bars within walking distance

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