Baptist Manor — Project-Based Section 8 (RAD conversion) in Buffalo

276 Linwood Ave, Buffalo, NY, 14209

Income-based rent · about 30% of income · 127 units · Managed by 272-280 Linwood Avenue, Inc. Baptist Manor

About this apartment

Baptist Manor is a Project-Based Section 8 (RAD conversion) building at 276 Linwood Ave, Buffalo with 127 apartments (96 subsidized). Rent is income-based, about 30% of household income. Apply directly to the building — call (716)881-1120.

The subsidy is attached to this building, not to you. You do not need your own Section 8 voucher to apply here — qualifying households pay about 30% of adjusted income as rent and the federal subsidy covers the rest.

About Baptist Manor

Baptist Manor is a Project-Based Section 8 (RAD conversion) property at 276 Linwood Ave, Buffalo 14209. It has 127 apartments, 96 of which are subsidized (96 one-bedroom). Most current residents are 62 or older.

Who can apply

This program serves low-income families and individuals who meet HUD income limits for the New York area (generally at or below 50% of area median income; many buildings prioritize 30%).

How to apply

1. Call the building at (716)881-1120 (managed by 272-280 Linwood Avenue, Inc. Baptist Manor) and ask whether the waiting list is open and how to get an application.
2. Most buildings keep their own waiting list — this is separate from the Buffalo Municipal Housing Authority (BMHA) Section 8 voucher list.
3. Submit proof of income, ID for every household member, and Social Security numbers where available.
4. When your name comes up, the management office verifies eligibility and offers a unit.

Your rights

New York State Human Rights Law (Executive Law §§ 292 and 296), as amended by the Lawful Source of Income Non-Discrimination Act of 2019, prohibits source-of-income discrimination statewide, expressly including Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers and other public and housing assistance

Nearby

See all subsidized housing and voucher-friendly options on the Buffalo page and read how to apply for Section 8 in Buffalo.

Source: HUD Multifamily Assisted Properties database (Nov 2026). Unit counts and contacts come from HUD and may lag reality — always confirm by phone. This is not an availability listing.