Overview of Linwood Elderly Housing

Situated on Linwood Avenue on Buffalo’s West Side, Linwood Elderly Housing is an independent living community offering studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom apartments in a mid-rise building. The community is designed for older adults who want the privacy of apartment-style living as they enjoy the benefits of an on-site residential community.

The neighborhood has a Walk Score of 77, making it very walkable. Residents and visitors can reach many shops, services, and everyday destinations on foot, while still enjoying the character of a residential neighborhood. The community also welcomes pets. This may be an important feature for older adults who wish to keep their animal companions after moving.

Families interested in Linwood Elderly Housing should visit the property to view the floor plans and familiarize themselves with the layout of the building. Speaking with current residents can also give a good sense of what daily life is like at the community and living in the surrounding West Side neighborhood.

Walk Score
Walk Score: 77 / 100 Rank #500 / 1169Walk Score — State benchmarkedThis home is ranked 500th out of 1169 homes in New York for walk score. Shows how walkable this facility's neighborhood is compared to the average walk score across New York facilities. Higher scores benefit residents, families, and staff.Facilities with the same value for a metric share the same rank. Rankings are based only on facilities in New York that report data for that category. Facilities without available data are excluded from the ranking.Click the rank badge to see the full State ranking.Click here to see the full State ranking.
Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

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What does this home offer?

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Minimum Age: 55 Years Old

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Pets Allowed

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Room Sizes: 600 - 700 sq. ft

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Housing Options: Studio / 1 Bed / 2 Bed

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Building Type: Mid-rise

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Linwood Elderly Housing is located in Buffalo, New York State.
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Community First Choice Option

NY Medicaid CFCO

Age 65+ or disabled
General New York resident, Medicaid- eligible, care need (not necessarily nursing home level).
Income Limits (2025) ~$2,829/month 300% FBR, individual
Asset Limits $30,182 individual, higher due to NY Medicaid expansion
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Higher asset limit; urban density increases demand.

Benefits
Personal care (5-7 hours/day) Respite care (240 hours/year) Home modifications ($1,500 avg.) Assistive technology ($500 avg.)

Expanded In-Home Services for the Elderly Program (EISEP)

NY EISEP

Age 60+
General New York resident, at risk of decline but not nursing home level.
Income Limits ~$2,500/month individual, varies
Asset Limits $15,000 individual
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Cost-sharing required above certain income; urban/rural balance.

Benefits
In-home care (3-5 hours/week) Respite (up to 10 days/year) Case management Transportation (~5 trips/month)

Frequently Asked Questions about Linwood Elderly Housing

What neighborhood is Linwood Elderly Housing in?

Linwood Elderly Housing is in the West Side neighborhood.

Is Linwood Elderly Housing in a walkable area?

Linwood Elderly Housing has a walk score of 77. Very walkable. Most errands can be accomplished on foot, and many essentials are within a short walk.

Are pets allowed at Linwood Elderly Housing?

Yes, Linwood Elderly Housing allows residents to bring their pets.

Are there photos of Linwood Elderly Housing?

Yes — there are 4 photos of Linwood Elderly Housing in the photo gallery on this page.

What is the address of Linwood Elderly Housing?

Linwood Elderly Housing is located at 333 Linwood Ave, Buffalo, NY 14209.

What is the phone number of Linwood Elderly Housing?

(844) 302-3730 will put you in contact with the team at Linwood Elderly Housing.

Does Linwood Elderly Housing provide medical or personal care assistance?

No — Linwood Elderly Housing is an independent living community. Residents live on their own in private apartments with access to amenities, dining, and social activities.

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