
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emerson Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $500 (21 Rentals)
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Fairmount Apartments

103 Goethe St

835 Humboldt Pky, Unit Apt. 3B

369 Reiman St

229 Courtland Ave

220 Lexington Avenue Apartments
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98 Freund St

20 Haller Ave

162 Stewart Ave

1037 Walden Ave
Emerson, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Emerson?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Emerson Studio Apartments | $958 | $948 | $968 |
Emerson 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,458 | $795 | $2,830 |
Emerson 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,541 | $550 | $2,630 |
Emerson 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,403 | $620 | $3,125 |
Emerson 4 Bedroom Apartments | $655 | $655 | $655 |
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Cheapest Available Emerson Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Emerson area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Towne Gardens priced from $633. Fairmount Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $948. Here are the most affordable Emerson apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Towne Gardens | Ranch | 1BR,1BA | $633 |
Fairmount Apartments | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $948 |
Campion Hall | studio | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
220 Lexington Avenue Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,040 |
Griffin House Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath (MSA) | 2BR,2BA | $1,450 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerson, NY
As of April 10, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emerson area is the $1.31 price per square foot Market Rate 2x2 Model at AP Lofts at Larkinville in the in the South Buffalo neighborhood starting from $1,624. The second greatest value Emerson apartment is the 1 Bedroom Model at 499 Franklin starting at $2,830 with a $2.53 price per square foot in the Central Buffalo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerson apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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AP Lofts at Larkinville | Market Rate 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
499 Franklin | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1.5BA | $2.53 |
The Residences at 471 Elmwood | 204 - 205 | 2BR,1BA | $2.09 |
71 Gerald Ave, Unit Unit2 Upper | 71 Gerald Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.44 |
Barcalo Living | Russert | 2BR,1BA | $2.11 |
Griffin House Apartments | 2 Bed / 2 Bath (MSA) | 2BR,2BA | $1.66 |
Towne Gardens | Ranch | 1BR,1BA | $0.96 |
835 Humboldt Pky, Unit Apt. 3B | 835 Humboldt Pky | 1BR,1BA | $1.46 |
467 Wyoming Ave, Unit #4 | 467 Wyoming Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.33 |
Campion Hall | 1 bedroom suite | 1BR,1BA | $2.20 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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Getting Around the Emerson Neighborhood in Buffalo, NY
Walk Score®
61 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
61 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
42 / 100
Some Transit
A few nearby public transportation options
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emerson Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Emerson Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Emerson Apartment is $633 at Towne Gardens.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Emerson Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Emerson is starting from $789 at Towne Gardens.
What is the most affordable Emerson Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Emerson Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Towne Gardens and starts from $893.
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