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How much does it cost to rent a home in Amherst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Amherst 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,492 | $995 | $2,596 |
| Amherst 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,012 | $1,100 | $3,295 |
| Amherst 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,936 | $1,400 | $5,500 |
| Amherst 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,016 | $2,550 | $3,500 |
| Amherst 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,645 | $3,600 | $3,690 |
| Amherst 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,410 | $4,410 | $4,410 |
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Cheapest Available Amherst Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in Amherst, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Camelot Court Apartments in the University Area neighborhood priced from $820. Creekview Estates in the East Amherst Williamsville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $825. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Amherst apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camelot Court Apartments | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Creekview Estates | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
| Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, NY
As of March 21, 2025 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3/1.5 Model at Large 3 Bedroom Townhouse in the in the East Amherst Williamsville neighborhood starting from $1,900. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the 93 Minnesota Ave Model at 93 Minnesota Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,350 with a $0.90 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Large 3 Bedroom Townhouse | 3/1.5 | 3BR,1.5BA | $1.00 |
| 93 Minnesota Ave, Unit 2 | 93 Minnesota Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.90 |
| 160 Victoria Ave, Unit 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Upper | 160 Victoria Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1833 Kensington Ave, Unit 1 | 1833 Kensington Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
| 470 Winspear Ave, Unit 1st floor | 470 Winspear Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.86 |
| 281 Huntington Ave, Unit 4-Loft | 281 Huntington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 4016 Union Rd, Unit rear unit | 4016 Union Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.09 |
| 110 Gerald Ave, Unit 1 | 110 Gerald Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Windwood Place Apartments | 3 bedroom standard | 3BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Hertel Park Senior Residences | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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There are currently 420 Apartments for Rent in Amherst, NY with pricing that ranges from $757 to $3,500. There are also 39 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Amherst ranging from $450 to $5,500.
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Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Amherst ranges from $450 to $5,500 with an average monthly rent of $3,108.
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