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Downtown Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Downtown Buffalo, NY

As of April 28, 2025 the best value apartment in the Downtown Buffalo area is the $1.53 price per square foot 2 bedroom Model at Cathedral Place in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Downtown Buffalo apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 100 South starting at $2,250 with a $1.64 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.
Cathedral Place2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1.53
100 South2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.64
151 E Eagle StTownhouse2BR,2BA$1.60
Seneca OneTwo Bedroom2BR,2BA$2.29
The Lofts at Elk Terminal1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.60
The Police Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.67
Trico Building ApartmentsA8_P1BR,1BA$2.35
Theater Place Apartments780 SF1BR,1BA$2.15
201 Ellicott2 Bedrooms2BR,1BA$1.68
130 Pearl1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.01

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Frequently Asked Questions about Downtown Buffalo

What type of rentals are currently available in Downtown Buffalo?

There are currently 80 Apartments for Rent in Downtown Buffalo, NY with pricing that ranges from $690 to $5,000. There are also 6 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Downtown Buffalo ranging from $925 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Downtown Buffalo?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Downtown Buffalo ranges from $925 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,800.

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