Genesee Towers — Lease in Buffalo, NY

  • Price: Contact for price
  • Listing type: For lease
  • Asset type: Office
  • Location: Buffalo, NY 14202
  • Submarket: CBD

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Description

Exceptional views of Lake Erie and downtown Buffalo Spaces ranging from 3,000 sq. ft. and larger to full floor plates are available for lease at Genesee Towers, a LEED Silver office building offering sweeping views of Lake Erie and downtown Buffalo. The property consists of a six-story section to the north and an eight floor section to the south with direct access to a secure 1,500 space parking garage. 257 West Genesee Street has become a landmark in the heart of the city since its completion in 2007. The property is nestled between Buffalo‘s iconic Art Deco city hall and the Lake Erie waterfront. The property features redesigned common areas with a hospitality feel, upgraded fitness center, Ember Kitchen cafeteria and patio on the second floor, and Café 257 in the lobby.

Market Context

This office in Buffalo, NY is listed for lease. Compare it against other office listings for lease in Buffalo, NY — view the full market.

As of Q2 2026, the Buffalo office market showed a 20.9% vacancy rate, and average asking rents near $21.50/SF/yr. Source: Cushman & Wakefield Q2 2026 market report.

Above-average vacancy gives tenants leverage and a wide set of comparables.

Office market FAQ

Is the Buffalo office market tightening or softening?
Vacancy is around 20.9% (Q2 2026).

Estimated Market Rate

$1.80/SF/mo – $2.43/SF/mo

Mid: $2.12/SF/mo

Based on comparable properties in similar markets rather than local sales.

By our match to nearby addresses in brokers' reports, this property is in the CBD submarket, where average asking rent was $20.75/SF/yr in Cushman & Wakefield's Q2 2026 report.

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