Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Elmwood Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $500 (85 Rentals)

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140 North St

BuffaloNY14201

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BuffaloNY14209

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BuffaloNY14213
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North Court
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

North Court

197 North StBuffalo, NY 14201
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The Elmwood Villas
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

The Elmwood Villas

367 Elmwood AveBuffalo, NY 14222
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1100 Michigan Ave.
1 Bedroom Apartments

1100 Michigan Ave.

1100 Michigan AveBuffalo, NY 14209
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Noles Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Noles Court

99 Best StBuffalo, NY 14209
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Fairfax House
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

Fairfax House

715 Delaware AveBuffalo, NY 14209
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Elmwood, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Elmwood Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elmwood area of Buffalo, NY is a Studio unit found at Hyde Park Apartments priced from $895. Ashland Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $920. Here are the most affordable Elmwood apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Hyde Park ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$895
Ashland Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$920
277 Linwood Ave1 bedroom suite1BR,1BA$950
Trinity TowerStudioStudio,1BA$955
Lafayette ApartmentsstudioStudio,1BA$960
Elmwood Square ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$982
220 Lexington Avenue Apartments1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,040
Peace Bridge PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,045
Delaware / West Ferry Apartments1 bed1BR,1BA$1,045

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, NY

As of April 24, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmwood area is the $0.94 price per square foot 299 Richmond Ave Model at 299 Richmond Ave, Unit 2 in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Elmwood apartment is the 230 W Utica St Model at 230 W Utica St, Unit 2 starting at $1,250 with a $0.89 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmwood apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
299 Richmond Ave, Unit 2299 Richmond Ave3BR,1BA$0.94
230 W Utica St, Unit 2230 W Utica St2BR,1BA$0.89
Windsor Apartments2 BDRM W DEN2BR,1BA$1.31
124 18th St, Unit upper124 18th St3BR,1BA$0.96
510 Bird Ave, Unit 2510 Bird Ave2BR,1BA$1.18
Lafayette-Barton2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.08
844 Richmond Ave2 bedroom townhouse2BR,1BA$1.18
277 Linwood Ave2 bedroom suite2BR,1BA$1.20
The Westbrook ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.28
Gates Circle1 Bedroom suite1BR,1BA$1.29

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Elmwood, Buffalo, NY

Ranked #34

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

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4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Central Buffalo, NY. Our Lifestyle Ratings help you zero-in on the perfect place to call home. This takes in many factors including searching for the best amenities, and convenient access to the outdoors, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, family-friendliness, in addition to floorplans, availablity, and pricing. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Elmwood Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Elmwood?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Elmwood is at Hyde Park Apartments listed at $895.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmwood Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Elmwood Apartment is $950 at 277 Linwood Ave.

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

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Elmwood is starting from $1,175 at Gates Circle.

What is the most affordable Elmwood Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Elmwood Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Elmwood-Anderson Place Apartments and starts from $1,595.

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There’s nothing better than living in a college town. The setting is vibrant, the people are happy and there’s always a good time to be had.

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Understanding Amenity Fees: Know Where You Might Be Able to Save Money

Written by: Amber Kanuckel

With the rising costs of housing, a lot of renters are asking this question: Is it possible to opt out of various amenities that your rental property offers so that you can avoid paying the fees.

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Know Your Rights - How Discrimination Laws Impact Landlords and Tenants

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everyone needs a place to live and to call home. For decades, the federal government has established protections to ensure that individuals and families can find housing free from discriminatory barriers.

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Renting Smart: Lease Basics Every Renter Needs

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Often, in the excitement of finding a new place to live, there’s a rush to make it happen, and - too often - a new tenant signs a lease without reading it carefully.