Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Buffalo Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $400 (12 Rentals)

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300 Ellicott St
Studio Apartments

300 Ellicott St

300 Ellicott StBuffalo, NY 14203
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AC Lofts
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

AC Lofts

136 N Division StBuffalo, NY 14203
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49 Johnson Park
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

49 Johnson Park

49 Johnson ParkBuffalo, NY 14201
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The Graystone
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Graystone

24 S Johnson ParkBuffalo, NY 14201
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201 Ellicott
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

201 Ellicott

201 Ellicott StBuffalo, NY 14203
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The Sinclair
Studio Apartments

The Sinclair

465 Washington StBuffalo, NY 14203

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 Peace Bridge Place priced from $1,065. The Police Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,178. Here are the most affordable Downtown Buffalo apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Peace Bridge PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,065
The Police ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,178
The GridStudio A - MainStudio,1BA$1,239
Campus West1 Bedroom C1BR,1BA$1,250
130 Pearl11BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Buffalo, NY

As of February 11, 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
Piano Factory Lofts2BR2BR,1BA$1.79
The Alexandre Apartments1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath1BR,1.5BA$2.22
Ansonia Center1BR/1BA #4081BR,1BA$1.71
The Phoenix Brewery Apartments1 Bedroom - 1 Bathroom Apartments1BR,1BA$2.04
Allentown Square1 Bedroom A- ALL UTILITIES INC1BR,1BA$2.07
Campus West1 Bedroom C1BR,1BA$2.08
The Lofts Buffalo14- 1B/1B1BR,1BA$2.32

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

Ranked #20

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 Peace Bridge Place listed at $1,065.

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

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Buffalo Apartment is $1,250 at Campus West.

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.

What is the most affordable Downtown Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Downtown Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Trico Building Apartments and starts from $3,309.

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