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233 E Eagle StBuffalo, NY 14204
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201 Ellicott StBuffalo, NY 14203
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111 Porter AveBuffalo, NY 14201
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74 Franklin StBuffalo, NY 14202
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14-20 Saint Louis PlBuffalo, NY 14202
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131 Southside PkwyBuffalo, NY 14220
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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 | $1,663 | $1,045 | $2,056 |
| Buffalo River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,894 | $690 | $3,820 |
| Buffalo River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,260 | $550 | $5,000 |
| Buffalo River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,913 | $620 | $3,569 |
| Buffalo River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,568 | $655 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 22 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Buffalo River Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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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 Towne Gardens priced from $633. 201 Ellicott has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $909. Here are the most affordable Buffalo River apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towne Gardens | Ranch | 1BR,1BA | $633 |
| 201 Ellicott | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
| South City Apartments | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $995 |
| Peace Bridge Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
| Pine Harbor | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,091 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo River, NY
As of March 26, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buffalo River area is the $1.16 price per square foot LOFT - Double with 2nd level Model at The Barrel Factory Lofts in the in the South Park neighborhood starting from $2,185. The second greatest value Buffalo River apartment is the Townhouse Model at 151 E Eagle St starting at $2,200 with a $1.60 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 Barrel Factory Lofts | LOFT - Double with 2nd level | 2BR,1BA | $1.16 |
| 151 E Eagle St | Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
| AP Lofts at Larkinville | Market Rate 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| The Lofts at Elk Terminal | 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| Piano Factory Lofts | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Police Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 135 Folger St, Unit Lower | 135 Folger St | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 201 Ellicott | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Towne Gardens | Ranch | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
| South City Apartments | 2/1.00 | 2BR,1BA | $1.53 |
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Best Local Schools in Buffalo River, Buffalo, NY
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology
Buffalo City School District
Public School - Grades PK-8 (525)
2 out of 10
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Best Local Schools in Buffalo River, Buffalo, NY
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology
Buffalo City School District
Public School - Grades PK-8 (525)
2 out of 10
School data provided by Great Schools
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 $1,410.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Buffalo River?
The cheapest apartment in Buffalo River is Towne Gardens which is listed at $633, while the average apartment in Buffalo River costs $3,429.
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 94 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 $3,082 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Buffalo River.
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