Cheap Homes for Rent in Waterfront Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $900 (3 Rentals)

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Waterfront, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, NY

As of April 22, 2025 the best value apartment in the Waterfront area is the $1.64 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bath Model at 100 South in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,250. The second greatest value Waterfront apartment is the 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at The Lofts at Elk Terminal starting at $1,895 with a $1.77 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
100 South2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.64
The Lofts at Elk Terminal1 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms1BR,1.5BA$1.77
Piano Factory Lofts2BR2BR,1BA$1.79
The Police Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.67
Cottage Street Lofts72 Days Park (left)1BR,1BA$1.50
Theater Place Apartments780 SF1BR,1BA$2.15
130 Pearl1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$2.01
Pine HarborTwo Bed / One Bath2BR,1BA$1.93
Campus West1 Bedroom C1BR,1BA$2.08
Allentown SquareStudio B -ALL UTILITIES INCLUDEDStudio ,1BA$2.10

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Frequently Asked Questions about Waterfront

What type of rentals are currently available in Waterfront?

There are currently 81 Apartments for Rent in Waterfront, NY with pricing that ranges from $895 to $4,200. There are also 9 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Waterfront ranging from $1,350 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Waterfront?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Waterfront ranges from $1,350 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $3,724.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Waterfront?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Waterfront range from $1,512 to $3,569, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $6,000 to $6,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $2,575 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,687.

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