
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $700 (9 Rentals)
Cheap Apartments in the University area of Buffalo.


Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+

99 Montrose Ave
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in University?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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University Studio Apartments | $1,100 | $1,050 | $1,150 |
University 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,009 | $820 | $1,566 |
University 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,271 | $965 | $1,672 |
University 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,423 | $1,320 | $1,500 |
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Cheapest Available University Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the University 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 apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Camelot Court Apartments | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
Kenmore Tudors | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, NY
As of May 06, 2025 the best value apartment in the University 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 apartment is the 135 Shoshone St Model at 135 Shoshone St, Unit #1 starting at $1,340 with a $1.58 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University 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 |
135 Shoshone St, Unit #1 | 135 Shoshone St | 2BR,1BA | $1.58 |
Manhattan Square | 2 bedroom townhouse apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Amherst Gardens | B1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.61 |
Lincoln Park Duplexes | 3-BD | 3BR,1BA | $1.80 |
Kenmore Tudors | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.41 |
Bennett Village Apartments | 1 bedroom suite | 1BR,1BA | $1.55 |
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.49 |
Mercer Commons | Studio suite | Studio ,1BA | $1.91 |
Camelot Court Apartments | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $1.64 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the University Neighborhood in Buffalo, NY
Walk Score®
78 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
66 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
Transit Score®
52 / 100
Good Transit
Many nearby public transportation options
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
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- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom University Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom University Apartment is $820 at Camelot Court Apartments.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom University Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in University is starting from $965 at Camelot Court Apartments.
What is the most affordable University Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap University Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lincoln Park Duplexes and starts from $1,250.
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