Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Buffalo Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $400 (13 Rentals)

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Explore the Best Cheap Apartments in Downtown Buffalo area of Buffalo for Renters Looking for a Great Deal on Lower Cost Rent for the Area.

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300 Ellicott St
from $400Studio Apartments

300 Ellicott St

300 Ellicott StBuffalo, NY 14203
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Ellicott Town Center
from $6201 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Ellicott Town Center

233 E Eagle StBuffalo, NY 14204
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AC Lofts
from $810Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

AC Lofts

136 N Division StBuffalo, NY 14203
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The Graystone
from $900Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Graystone

24 S Johnson ParkBuffalo, NY 14201
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Touraine Apartments
from $9001 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Touraine Apartments

274 Delaware AveBuffalo, NY 14202
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201 Ellicott
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from $9091 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

201 Ellicott

201 Ellicott StBuffalo, NY 14203
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Carriage House Square
from $9502 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage House Square

41-43 W Tupper StBuffalo, NY 14202
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The Sinclair
from $1,000Studio Apartments

The Sinclair

465 Washington StBuffalo, NY 14203
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Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Downtown Buffalo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Buffalo area of Buffalo, NY is a Studio unit found at 49 Johnson Park priced from $900. 130 Pearl has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,043. Here are the most affordable Downtown Buffalo apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
49 Johnson ParkstudioStudio,1BA$900
130 Pearl11BR,1BA$1,043
Peace Bridge PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,065
The Police ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
The GridStudio A - MainStudio,1BA$1,239

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Buffalo, NY

As of January 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Buffalo area is the $1.60 price per square foot Townhouse Model at 151 E Eagle St in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,200. The second greatest value Downtown Buffalo apartment is the 2 Bed Model at The Police Apartments starting at $2,175 with a $1.95 price per square foot in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Downtown Buffalo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
151 E Eagle StTownhouse2BR,2BA$1.60
The Police Apartments2 Bed2BR,2BA$1.95
The Lofts at Elk Terminal1 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms1BR,1.5BA$1.77
Planing Mill3H1BR,1BA$1.61
The Phoenix Brewery Apartments2 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom Apartments2BR,1BA$1.82
Piano Factory Lofts2BR2BR,1BA$1.79
Ansonia Center1BR/1BA #4081BR,1BA$1.76
Allentown Square1 Bedroom A- ALL UTILITIES INC1BR,1BA$2.07
Campus West1 Bedroom C1BR,1BA$2.08
49 Johnson ParkstudioStudio ,1BA$2.00

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

Ranked #27

Among neighborhoods in Buffalo, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

This website is proud to bring you Lifestyle Ratings of rentals in cities and towns across the United States, including Buffalo. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, apartment communities for the kids, raising pets, transit options, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. These search options are in the site filters at the top of this page.

Getting Around the Downtown Buffalo Neighborhood in Buffalo, NY

Walk Score®

92 / 100

Walker’s Paradise

Daily errands do not require a car

Bike Score®

86 / 100

Very Bikeable

Biking is convenient for most trips

Transit Score®

68 / 100

Good Transit

Many nearby public transportation options

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Downtown Buffalo Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Downtown Buffalo?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Downtown Buffalo is at 49 Johnson Park listed at $900.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Buffalo Apartment is $950 at 49 Johnson Park.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Downtown Buffalo is starting from $1,650 at Piano Factory Lofts.

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