
New Short Term Lease Apartments for Rent in Amherst, NY (4 Rentals)
Rental terms in Amherst as short as a month! Perfect when you can't commit to a full year of renting.


6875 Transit Road
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Amherst, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Amherst Studio Apartments | $1,446 | $921 | $3,599 |
Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,501 | $820 | $2,364 |
Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,779 | $875 | $3,264 |
Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,923 | $857 | $3,300 |
Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $916 | $737 | $3,260 |
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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
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Short-term Amherst Apartments
What is the Cheapest Short-term apartment in Amherst?
Currently the most affordable Short-term Apartment in Amherst is at Raintree Island Apartment Homes listed at $1,195.
How much is the average rent for a Short-term Amherst Apartment?
The average rent for a Short-term Apartment in Amherst is $1,935.
What is the largest Short-term Amherst Apartment for rent?
Today's Short-term apartment with the most square footage in Amherst is a 1,700 square feet unit starting from $2,250 at 6875 Transit Road.
What is the average size for Amherst Short-term Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Short-term rental in Amherst is currently at 735 sq ft.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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