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Camelot Court Apartments
9 Camelot CtBuffalo, NY 14214
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Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+
66 Custer StBuffalo, NY 14214
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University Area, Buffalo, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University Area?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| University Area Studio Apartments | $1,221 | $1,050 | $1,319 |
| University Area 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,395 | $820 | $1,875 |
| University Area 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,474 | $965 | $2,365 |
| University Area 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,417 | $1,120 | $1,500 |
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Cheapest Available University Area Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the University Area area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Camelot Court Apartments priced from $820. Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. Here are the most affordable University Area apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Camelot Court Apartments | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
| Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
| Bennett Village Apartments | 1 bedroom suite | 1BR,1BA | $1,000 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University Area, NY
As of May 08, 2025 the best value apartment in the University Area area is the $1.00 price per square foot 124 Carmel Rd Model at 124 Carmel Rd, Unit North Buffalo upper in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value University Area apartment is the 1997 Hertel Ave Model at 1997 Hertel Ave, Unit 1 bd upper starting at $1,000 with a $1.11 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University Area apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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| 124 Carmel Rd, Unit North Buffalo upper | 124 Carmel Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| 1997 Hertel Ave, Unit 1 bd upper | 1997 Hertel Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| 171 Callodine Ave, Unit Upper | 171 Callodine Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
| Hartford Place Apartments | Two Bedroom Apartment Recently Remodeled | 2BR,1BA | $1.33 |
| 2803 Main St | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.48 |
| 135 Shoshone St, Unit #1 | 135 Shoshone St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| Amherst Gardens | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| Bennett Village Apartments | 1 bedroom suite | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
| Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
| Camelot Court Apartments | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Area Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in University Area?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in University Area is under $1,204.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in University Area?
The cheapest apartment in University Area is Camelot Court Apartments which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in University Area costs $1,507.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in University Area?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 18 regular apartments in University Area that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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