
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Downtown Buffalo Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $400 (18 Rentals)
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201 Ellicott

Peace Bridge Place

The Police Apartments

Michigan Place Apartments

The Lofts Buffalo
Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Downtown Buffalo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Downtown Buffalo Studio Apartments | $1,596 | $1,045 | $2,056 |
Downtown Buffalo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,904 | $620 | $3,820 |
Downtown Buffalo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,448 | $675 | $5,000 |
Downtown Buffalo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,404 | $2,950 | $3,569 |
Downtown Buffalo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,936 | $782 | $4,050 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Downtown Buffalo Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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Cheapest Available Downtown Buffalo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Downtown Buffalo area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 201 Ellicott priced from $909. Peace Bridge Place has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,045. Here are the most affordable Downtown Buffalo apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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201 Ellicott | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
Peace Bridge Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
The Police Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,178 |
Michigan Place Apartments | studios | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
The Grid | Studio A - Main | Studio,1BA | $1,239 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Buffalo, NY
As of March 14, 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 Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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151 E Eagle St | Townhouse | 2BR,2BA | $1.60 |
The Police Apartments | 2 Bed | 2BR,2BA | $1.95 |
The Lofts at Elk Terminal | 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
Piano Factory Lofts | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
The Alexandre Apartments | 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.22 |
100 South | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.97 |
201 Ellicott | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
Theater Place Apartments | 1 | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
Seneca One | Studio Plus | Studio ,1BA | $2.23 |
The Lofts Buffalo | 14- 1B/1B | 1BR,1BA | $2.32 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleDowntown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY
Ranked #21
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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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
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 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 $1,045.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Buffalo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Downtown Buffalo Apartment is $909 at 201 Ellicott.
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 $1,309 at 201 Ellicott.
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 $3,409.
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