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424 Swan StBuffalo, NY 14204
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233 E Eagle StBuffalo, NY 14204
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201 Ellicott StBuffalo, NY 14203
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The Police Apartments
74 Franklin StBuffalo, NY 14202
329 Southside Pkwy
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85 Abbott Rd, Unit Upper - Left
85 Abbott RdBuffalo, NY 14220
722 Hopkins St
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Buffalo River, Buffalo, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Buffalo River?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo River Studio Apartments | $1,546 | $1,065 | $2,056 |
| Buffalo River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,889 | $690 | $3,820 |
| Buffalo River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,260 | $550 | $5,000 |
| Buffalo River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,578 | $620 | $3,569 |
| Buffalo River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $655 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Available Buffalo River Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Buffalo River area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 201 Ellicott priced from $909. Pine Harbor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,091. Here are the most affordable Buffalo River apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201 Ellicott | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
| Pine Harbor | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,091 |
| The Police Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,178 |
| The Lofts Buffalo | 14- 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $1,390 |
| 130 Pearl | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo River, NY
As of May 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buffalo River area is the $1.55 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms Model at The Lofts at Elk Terminal in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,620. The second greatest value Buffalo River apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Cathedral Place starting at $2,300 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo River apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lofts at Elk Terminal | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| Cathedral Place | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| 100 South | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| 151 E Eagle St | Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| AP Lofts at Larkinville | Market Rate 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| 85 Abbott Rd, Unit Upper - Left | 85 Abbott Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Police Apartments | Studio | Studio ,1BA | $1.23 |
| 201 Ellicott | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 130 Pearl | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Pine Harbor | Two Bed / One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buffalo River Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Buffalo River?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Buffalo River is under $1,750.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Buffalo River?
The cheapest apartment in Buffalo River is 201 Ellicott which is listed at $909, while the average apartment in Buffalo River costs $3,409.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Buffalo River?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 6 regular apartments in Buffalo River that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Buffalo River?
Cheap apartments in Buffalo River have an average cost of $347 which is $3,062 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Buffalo River.
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