
Studio Apartments for Rent in Amherst, NY (59 Rentals)


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Mercer Commons

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Sawyer's Landing

1015 Kensington Ave

3172 Main St

Fairfield Commons

102 E End Ave

430 Englewood Ave

514 Northwood Dr
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2719 Sheridan Dr

442 Englewood Ave

436 3rd Ave

4-19 Mt Vernon Rd

33 Bernhardt Dr

Fairgreen Duplexes

371 Cleveland Dr

2722-2740 Sheridan Dr

834-880 Millersport Hwy

8572 Main St
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R & R Manor

The Williams

12 Concord Dr

Pheasant Run Duplexes

8685 Main St

411 Longmeadow Rd

334 Dewey Ave

786 Englewood Ave

8150 Greiner Rd
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7665 Goodrich Rd

Oakwood Apartments

275 Grover Cleveland Hwy

310 Merrymont Dr

49 Concord Dr

9315 Main St

6060 Transit Rd

St Marys Apartments

9300 Main St
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Amherst?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
Amherst Studio Apartments | $1,411 | $963 | $2,099 |
| Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,396 | $600 | $2,350 |
| Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,756 | $653 | $3,175 |
| Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,947 | $795 | $3,142 |
| Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,604 | $854 | $3,436 |
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Largest Available Amherst Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Amherst, NY is found at Mercer Commons in the University Area neighborhood and is 550 square feet priced from $1,050. Princeton Court Apartments has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 450 square feet and currently listed start at $963. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Amherst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercer Commons | Studio suite | 550 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
| Princeton Court Apartments | Efficiency | 450 Sq Ft | $963 |
| Avia Lofts at Maple Road | Studio A | 450 Sq Ft | $1,352 |
| Axis 360 | Studio | 449 Sq Ft | $1,349 |
| Boulevard Suites | Studio A | 400 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Auden Buffalo | Studio | 340 Sq Ft | $1,317 |
| Creekview Court | Studio | 294 Sq Ft | $1,100 |
| Frazier Apartments | Type F | 0 Sq Ft | $1,475 |
Cheapest Available Amherst Studio Apartments
As of January 24, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Amherst, NY is the Efficiency Model starting from $963 at Princeton Court Apartments in the University Area neighborhood. The second most affordable Amherst Studio is the Studio suite Model at Mercer Commons starting at $1,050 . The average price for all Studio apartments in Amherst is currently $1,411. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Amherst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Princeton Court Apartments | Efficiency | $963 |
| Mercer Commons | Studio suite | $1,050 |
| Creekview Court | Studio | $1,100 |
| Boulevard Suites | Studio A | $1,200 |
| Frazier Apartments | Type N | $1,295 |
| Axis 360 | Studio | $1,349 |
| Avia Lofts at Maple Road | Studio A | $1,352 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Studio Amherst Apartments
What is the Cheapest apartment in Amherst with Studio?
Currently the most affordable Studio in Amherst is at Princeton Court Apartments listed at $963.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Amherst Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Amherst is $1,411.
What is the largest available Studio Amherst Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Amherst is a 550 square feet unit starting from $1,050 at Mercer Commons.
What is the average size for Amherst Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Amherst is currently 429 sq ft.
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