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Creekside Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Creekside Apartments

97-151 Creekside DrAmherst, NY 14228
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Bernhardt
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Bernhardt

384-390 Bernhardt DrBuffalo, NY 14226
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Prairie Pond
1 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Prairie Pond

2199 N French RdGetzville, NY 14068
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Sky Harbor
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Sky Harbor

4925 Genesee StCheektowaga, NY 14225
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626-650 Englewood AveKenmore, NY 14223
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Amherst, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Amherst Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Amherst, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Camelot Court Apartments in the University Area neighborhood priced from $820. Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ in the University Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Amherst apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Camelot Court Apartments1 BD1BR,1BA$820
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$870
Hertel Park Senior Residences1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$870
Kenmore Tudors1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$915
Creekview Estates2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$925
Windwood Place Apartments2 bedroom standard2BR,1BA$950
Robert Drive Apartments1BD/1BA - Upgraded1BR,1BA$975
University Court ApartmentJR 1 BR1BR,1BA$995
Bennett Village Apartments1 bedroom suite1BR,1BA$1,000
Hopkins Court Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,014

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, NY

As of July 30, 2025 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $1.13 price per square foot 2075 Kensington Ave Model at 2075 Kensington Ave, Unit 2 in the in the Kenfield neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the 3x1.5 Model at Kaymar Duplexes starting at $1,745 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Green Acres North neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
2075 Kensington Ave, Unit 22075 Kensington Ave3BR,2BA$1.13
Kaymar Duplexes3x1.53BR,1.5BA$1.30
25-47 Old Lyme Dr2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.25
Robert and Wright Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.19
Kenmore Square Apartments2 Bedroom, 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.25
Lincoln Square Apartments2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.28
Manhattan Square2 bedroom townhouse apartment2BR,1BA$1.24
Windwood Place Apartments2 bedroom standard2BR,1BA$1.12
Hertel Park Senior Residences1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.07
Creekview Estates2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$1.32

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Getting Around Amherst, NY

Walk Score®

46 / 100

Car-Dependent

Most errands require a car

Bike Score®

47 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

It may be possible to get on a bus

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Amherst Apartments

What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Amherst?

Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Amherst is at Mercer Commons listed at $1,050.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Amherst Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Amherst Apartment is $820 at Camelot Court Apartments.

What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Amherst Apartment for rent?

Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Amherst is starting from $925 at Creekview Estates.

What is the most affordable Amherst Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Amherst Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Lincoln Park Duplexes and starts from $1,250.

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