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Buffalo, NY 14213
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Buffalo, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Buffalo, NY

Pricing Updated: 02/23/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Buffalo, NY area range in price from $424 to $5,000 with an overall median price of $2,430. The three Buffalo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are University at $820, Kaisertown at $550, and Lovejoy at $850. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Buffalo Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
University$1,290$820599
Kaisertown$1,300$550328
Lovejoy$1,300$850223
Sloan$1,300$850623
Bellevue$1,325$800301
Lincoln Park$1,395$6004775
Schiller Park$1,400$8201081
Abbott McKinley$1,432$550751
Kenilworth$1,487$6003603
South Buffalo$1,500$725447

Cheapest Available Buffalo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Towne Gardens in the Masten Park neighborhood priced from $633. Newell Heights in the Belmont neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $715. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Towne GardensRanch1BR,1BA$633
Newell Heights1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$715
Cottage Street Lofts72 Days Park (left)1BR,1BA$800
Camelot Court Apartments1 BD1BR,1BA$820
Wynterbrooke ApartmentsGarden1BR,1BA$850
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$870
Hertel Park Senior Residences1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$870
Windwood Place Apartments1 bedroom standard1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, NY

As of February 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buffalo area is the $0.90 price per square foot 217 Kenmore Ave Model at 217 Kenmore Ave, Unit Upper Unit in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,800. The second greatest value Buffalo apartment is the 261 Richmond Ave Model at 261 Richmond Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,400 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
217 Kenmore Ave, Unit Upper Unit217 Kenmore Ave3BR,1BA$0.90
261 Richmond Ave, Unit 2261 Richmond Ave2BR,1BA$1.00
672 West Ave, Unit Lower672 West Ave2BR,1BA$1.09
Lafayette-Barton2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.08
559 Tonawanda St, Unit UPPER559 Tonawanda St1BR,1BA$0.60
198 Benzinger St, Unit Lower198 Benzinger St3BR,1BA$1.00
47 Lakeview Ave, Unit lower47 Lakeview Ave3BR,1BA$0.90
Hertel Park Senior Residences1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.07
Cottage Street Lofts72 Days Park (left)1BR,1BA$1.00
Towne GardensRanch1BR,1BA$0.96

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Buffalo Overview

Located on the eastern shores of the mighty Lake Erie and playing host to the world-famous Niagara Falls, Buffalo is the Empire State's second most populated area right behind the bright lights of New York City. Boasting over a million residents and a working-class charm that dates back decades, this industry-heavy destination is affectionately referred to as 'The Queen City' for good reason. With a wide variety of Buffalo apartments available to residents, life in this wonderful city might be only moments away!

Why live in Buffalo, NY?

With economic incentives running high and a ton of options, Buffalo apartments are among the more affordable living arrangements in New York state, and are also a great place to raise a family. The Blue-collar streak of the residents is proud and unwavering, lending the entire city a gritty charm that is wholly unique. Home to over fifty art galleries and over twenty professional theater companies, Buffalo is a cultural hub for the upstate New York area. Offering easy access to not only the scenic beauty of the numerous lakes and woodlands that surround the city, but also the wilds of Canada, Buffalo has much to offer to potential residents of all walks of life.

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Getting Around Buffalo, NY

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buffalo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Buffalo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Buffalo is at Sunrise Efficiency Apartments listed at $895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Apartment is $633 at Towne Gardens.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Buffalo Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Buffalo is starting from $643 at Towne Gardens.

What is the most affordable Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Newell Heights and starts from $850.

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