
Cheap Homes for Rent in West Side Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $1,000 (6 Rentals)
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West Side, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in West Side?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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West Side 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,741 | $1,100 | $3,300 |
West Side 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,711 | $1,195 | $2,500 |
West Side 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,833 | $1,400 | $3,900 |
West Side 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,395 | $2,395 | $2,395 |
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There are currently 6 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the West Side Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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Cheapest Available West Side Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the West Side area of Buffalo, NY is a Studio unit found at Hyde Park Apartments priced from $895. Ashland Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $940. Here are the most affordable West Side apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Hyde Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $895 |
Ashland Avenue Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $940 |
Elmwood Square Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $982 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in West Side, NY
As of May 16, 2025 the best value apartment in the West Side area is the $0.45 price per square foot 109 Baynes St Model at 109 Baynes St in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $895. The second greatest value West Side apartment is the 601 Bird Ave Model at 601 Bird Ave, Unit LOWER starting at $1,700 with a $1.13 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for West Side apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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109 Baynes St | 109 Baynes St | 2BR,1BA | $0.45 |
601 Bird Ave, Unit LOWER | 601 Bird Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.13 |
127 Richmond Ave, Unit Upper | 127 Richmond Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.07 |
448 Elmwood Ave | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.38 |
Windsor Apartments | 2 BDRM W DEN | 2BR,1BA | $1.32 |
The Westbrook Apartments | 2 bedroom/2 bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.16 |
Lafayette-Barton | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
844 Richmond Ave | 2 bedroom townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
Elmwood-Anderson Place Apartments | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
97 Fargo Ave, Unit 5 | 97 Fargo Ave | 1BR,1BA | $1.31 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about West Side
What type of rentals are currently available in West Side?
There are currently 340 Apartments for Rent in West Side, NY with pricing that ranges from $875 to $4,200. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in West Side ranging from $1,075 to $3,900.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in West Side?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in West Side ranges from $1,075 to $3,900 with an average monthly rent of $1,951.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in West Side?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in West Side range from $1,250 to $3,569, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,195 to $2,500. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,400 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,600.
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