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Idylwood Resort Apartments

$1,100 – $1,525/mo

  • 1–2 bedrooms
  • 1 bath
  • 525–830 sq ft
  • 30 units available
  • Pet friendly
101 Slate Creek Dr, Cheektowaga, NY, 14227

As of October 13, 2026, Idylwood Resort Apartments in Cheektowaga, NY has 30 apartments for rent from $1,100 to $1,525/mo. One-bedrooms start at $1,100 and two-bedrooms at $1,255. The average asking rent has risen 9.3% since March 31, 2026, from $1,220 to $1,334.

Floor plans

7 floor plans · 30 available units · Prices checked October 13, 2026

One Bedroom- 525 sqft

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 525 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,100/mo

4 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
35-07$1,235525Sep 12
19-08$1,100525Oct 10
11-07$1,110525Oct 24
32-07$1,268525Oct 31

One Bedroom- 610 sqft

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 610 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,155/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
16-07$1,155610Sep 19
17-08$1,265610Oct 31

One Bedroom- 575 sqft

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 575 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,285/mo

1 available unitPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
94-08$1,285575Oct 3

One Bedroom- 575qft

1 Bedroom • 1 Bath • 575 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,335/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
90-08$1,340575Oct 3
67-08$1,335575Nov 7

Two Bedroom- 770 sqft

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 770 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,255/mo

7 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
87-01$1,290770Oct 31
94-02$1,395770Oct 31
40-02$1,415770Nov 21
62-04$1,320770Dec 1
87-12$1,255770Dec 5
87-11$1,295770Dec 5
39-12$1,295770Dec 20

Two Bedroom- 735 sqft

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 735 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,260/mo

12 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
28-11$1,335735Dec 6
27-05$1,325735Aug 29
04-11$1,265735Sep 5
05-11$1,400735Sep 26
33-04$1,480735Oct 3
01-04$1,280735Oct 10
04-10$1,330735Oct 10
22-11$1,475735Oct 10
21-04$1,350735Oct 17
20-03$1,405735Oct 31
10-10$1,260735Dec 5
23-06$1,300735Jan 16

Two Bedroom- 830 sqft

2 Bedrooms • 1 Bath • 830 Sq Ft

Starting at $1,500/mo

2 available unitsPriceSq ftAvailableOpen unit
09-01$1,525830Oct 17
08-01$1,500830Jan 2

See all 224 units listed at Idylwood Resort Apartments, including ones no longer available.


Rent history

Over the past year, the average asking rent at Idylwood Resort Apartments has ranged from $1,132 to $1,340. The current average is $1,334, up $114 (9.3%) from $1,220 at the start.

Prices reflect the average advertised rent across units listed as available each day (187 days observed).
MonthAverage asking rentLowest – highestUnits listed
Oct 2026$1,307$1,095 – $1,53533
Sep 2026$1,274$1,060 – $1,48147
Aug 2026$1,301$1,055 – $1,51041
Jul 2026$1,228$1,025 – $1,49528
Jun 2026$1,154$1,015 – $1,35551
May 2026$1,233$1,080 – $1,41556
Apr 2026$1,223$1,065 – $1,37158
Mar 2026$1,220$1,105 – $1,37053

Fees & lease terms

  • Rent

    $1,100 – $1,525/mo
  • Lease term

    11 months
  • Earliest move-in

    Jan 2

Cost to rent here

The all-in monthly cost by apartment size.

Lowest-priced apartment: One Bedroom- 525 sqft at $1,100

$1,382/mo

$282/mo above the advertised rent

  • Rent

    $1,100

  • Electric, gas, water

    est.

    $141

  • Internet

    est.

    $95

  • Renters insurance

    est.

    $14

  • Laundry

    est.
    No in-unit washer/dryer listed

    $32

  • All-in monthly

    $1,382

By apartment size

SizeRent fromAll-in monthlyIncome to qualify
1 bedroom$1,100$1,382$44,000/yr
2 bedrooms$1,255$1,603$50,200/yr

Landlords here commonly look for a yearly income of 40 times the monthly rent, about $44,000 for the $1,100 one-bedroom.

Rows marked “est.” are averages for this area scaled to the apartment, not quotes from the property. The income figure is a common screening rule, not this property’s requirement.

Amenities

  • Fitness Center

  • Pet Friendly

  • Playground

  • Renovated Homes Available

  • Swimming Pool

  • Garden Level

  • Vinyl Plank Flooring


Amenity photos

  • Pool

Location

101 Slate Creek Dr, Cheektowaga, NY, 14227


Resident reviews

2.5 · 200+ reviews
Overall rating
Positive
Mixed
Neutral
Negative
Management3.8
Maintenance3.8
Amenities and Shared Spaces3.6
Building Quality2.5
Location2.7

Idylwood offers affordable housing with responsive maintenance staff who often resolve issues quickly, but residents report significant concerns about property condition, noise enforcement, amenities access, and communication. Common issues include water damage, pest infestations, thin walls with poor sound insulation, frequent pool closures despite amenity fees, and inconsistent management responsiveness. Experience varies considerably by unit and building.

Management and leasing staff receive consistent praise for responsiveness, helpfulness, and professionalism, with many residents highlighting quick communication and willingness to work with tenants on issues. However, a significant minority report communication breakdowns, delayed responses to maintenance concerns, and frustration with undisclosed fees and billing practices. Maintenance response times are generally viewed positively, though some residents cite incomplete repairs and slow follow-up on complex issues.

Maintenance response times and work quality are inconsistent across the property. While many residents report prompt, effective repairs for appliances and common issues, others describe extended delays on critical problems like HVAC, plumbing, and water intrusion—sometimes spanning weeks or months without resolution. Communication gaps between maintenance and management contribute to resident frustration, particularly when follow-up work is needed or underlying issues are not addressed.

Residents report mixed experiences with amenities and shared spaces. Positive feedback highlights a gym, pool, dog park, and basketball/volleyball courts, with some praising responsive maintenance. However, frequent complaints center on pool closures (often cited as closed more than 60% of the time), insufficient laundry facilities (one washer for 12 apartments), high laundry costs ($2.25–$2.75 per load), package theft, parking lot maintenance issues including potholes, and undisclosed fees beyond rent and amenities charges. Common-area upkeep concerns include overflowing dumpsters, hallway lighting, and general grounds maintenance.

Building quality issues are widespread and persistent, with residents reporting frequent problems including water damage, leaks, plumbing backups, pest infestations, and inadequate maintenance response. Noise insulation is a significant concern due to thin walls, with sound traveling easily between units. While some residents report positive maintenance experiences and clean, well-maintained common areas, these are outweighed by complaints about poor upkeep, outdated fixtures, and delayed repairs that sometimes go unresolved despite multiple requests.

The property benefits from a convenient location with nearby grocery stores, restaurants, and highway access within short distances. However, residents report significant concerns about internal infrastructure, including poor driveway conditions, lack of sidewalks, and parking enforcement issues. Neighbor-related disturbances and maintenance response inconsistencies are recurring pain points that offset the location advantages.

Summaries are written by AI from reviews residents posted on public review sites such as Google and ApartmentRatings. Each topic shows how many of those reviews discuss it.

Getting around

Car-Dependent

Minimal Transit

Not Bikeable


About this property

Idylwood Resort Apartments offer 1 & 2 bedroom apartments in South Cheektowaga, NY. Learn More.


Nearby schools

SchoolTypeLevelDistance

Children's Kastle Early Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Rosebud's Day Care

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.6 mi

Doodle Bugs Child Care & Ps

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.7 mi

Watch Me Grow Day Child Care Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool0.9 mi

Appletree Child Care & Pre-School

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.3 mi

Hilltop Day Care & Learning Center

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool1.6 mi

John F Kennedy Middle School

Public · Middle
PublicMiddle1.8 mi

John F Kennedy Senior High School

Public · High
PublicHigh1.8 mi

Little Treasures Cc Home

Private · Preschool
PrivatePreschool2.0 mi

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