Cheap Apartments for Rent in the University Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $700 (8 Rentals)

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626-650 Englewood AveKenmore, NY 14223
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University, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Camelot Court Apartments1 BD1BR,1BA$820
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$870
Kenmore Tudors1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$895

Best Value Apartments for Rent in University, NY

As of April 17, 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 2 bedroom townhouse apartment Model at Manhattan Square starting at $1,050 with a $1.24 price per square foot in the North East Buffalo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for University apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
124 Carmel Rd, Unit North Buffalo upper124 Carmel Rd3BR,1BA$1.00
Manhattan Square2 bedroom townhouse apartment2BR,1BA$1.24
Amherst GardensB12BR,1BA$1.60
Englewood Avenue Apartments2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.46
Lincoln Park Duplexes3-BD3BR,1BA$1.75
Kenmore Tudors1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.38
Bennett Village Apartments1 bedroom suite1BR,1BA$1.55
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.49
Mercer CommonsStudio suiteStudio ,1BA$1.91
Camelot Court Apartments1 BD1BR,1BA$1.64

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
University, Buffalo, NY

Ranked #18

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.0
Pet Friendly

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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

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap University Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in University?

The cheapest apartment in University is Camelot Court Apartments which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in University costs $1,345.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in University?

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 5 regular apartments in University that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in University?

Cheap apartments in University have an average cost of $409 which is $936 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in University.

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