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Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Waterfront Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $800 (24 Rentals)
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from $1,045Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
Peace Bridge Place
111 Porter AveBuffalo, NY 14201
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from $1,049Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments Available Jul 7
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1175 Delaware AveBuffalo, NY 14209
56 Trinity Pl
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360 Prospect Ave
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from $1,178Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments Available Now
The Police Apartments
74 Franklin StBuffalo, NY 14202
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Michigan Place Apartments
1145 Michigan AveBuffalo, NY 14209
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Cottage Street Lofts
118-126 Cottage StBuffalo, NY 14201
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65 Whitney Pl
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Waterfront, Buffalo, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Waterfront?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterfront Studio Apartments | $1,463 | $1,045 | $2,056 |
| Waterfront 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,867 | $895 | $3,820 |
| Waterfront 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,346 | $1,100 | $3,750 |
| Waterfront 3 Bedroom Apartments | $3,220 | $1,512 | $3,569 |
| Waterfront 4 Bedroom Apartments | $3,478 | $1,687 | $4,200 |
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Cheapest Available Waterfront Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Waterfront area of Buffalo, NY is a Studio unit found at Peace Bridge Place priced from $1,045. Pine Harbor has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,091. Here are the most affordable Waterfront apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peace Bridge Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
| Pine Harbor | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,091 |
| Allentown Square | Studio B -ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| The Police Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,178 |
| Michigan Place Apartments | studios | Studio,1BA | $1,199 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, NY
As of April 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterfront area is the $1.55 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms Model at The Lofts at Elk Terminal in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,620. The second greatest value Waterfront apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 100 South starting at $2,250 with a $1.64 price per square foot in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Waterfront apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lofts at Elk Terminal | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms | 2BR,2BA | $1.55 |
| 100 South | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1.64 |
| Piano Factory Lofts | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Police Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Cottage Street Lofts | 72 Days Park (left) | 1BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Theater Place Apartments | 780 SF | 1BR,1BA | $2.15 |
| 130 Pearl | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Pine Harbor | Two Bed / One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.93 |
| Campus West | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $2.08 |
| Allentown Square | Studio B -ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED | Studio ,1BA | $2.10 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleWaterfront, Buffalo, NY
Ranked #12
Among neighborhoods in Buffalo, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the Waterfront Neighborhood in Buffalo, NY
Walk Score®
66 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
80 / 100
Very Bikeable
Biking is convenient for most trips
Transit Score®
64 / 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 Waterfront Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Waterfront?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Waterfront is under $1,550.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Waterfront?
The cheapest apartment in Waterfront is Pine Harbor which is listed at $1,091, while the average apartment in Waterfront costs $4,013.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Waterfront?
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 4 regular apartments in Waterfront 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 Waterfront?
Cheap apartments in Waterfront have an average cost of $305 which is $3,708 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Waterfront.
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