
Studio Apartments for Rent in Amherst, NY (60 Rentals)


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Air Buffalo

The Pointe

Frazier Apartments

Axis 360

Greens on North Forest

Avia Lofts at Maple Road

Boulevard Suites

Creekview Court
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Mercer Commons

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411 Cambridge Ave

42 E Spring St

Haskell & James Stovroff Towers

430 Englewood Ave

514 Northwood Dr

2719 Sheridan Dr

442 Englewood Ave

436 3rd Ave
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1015 Kensington Ave

3172 Main St

Fairfield Commons

102 E End Ave

Sawyer's Landing

4-19 Mt Vernon Rd

33 Bernhardt Dr

Fairgreen Duplexes

371 Cleveland Dr

2722-2740 Sheridan Dr
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834-880 Millersport Hwy

8572 Main St

9880 Transit Rd

R & R Manor

The Williams

12 Concord Dr

Pheasant Run Duplexes

8685 Main St

411 Longmeadow Rd

334 Dewey Ave
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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
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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 | $1,359 | $740 | $1,889 |
| Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,453 | $609 | $2,350 |
| Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,812 | $653 | $3,900 |
| Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,025 | $795 | $3,208 |
| Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments | $959 | $737 | $3,516 |
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Largest Available Amherst Studio Apartments
The largest available Studio apartment unit in Amherst, NY is found at Avia Lofts at Maple Road in the East Amherst Williamsville neighborhood and is 563 square feet priced from $1,499. Mercer Commons in the University Area neighborhood has the second largest Studio, which is sized at 550 square feet and currently listed start at $1,050. Here is today’s list of the largest available Studio units in Amherst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Square Footage | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avia Lofts at Maple Road | Studio B | 563 Sq Ft | $1,499 |
| Mercer Commons | Studio suite | 550 Sq Ft | $1,050 |
| Axis 360 | Studio | 449 Sq Ft | $1,399 |
| Boulevard Suites | Studio A | 400 Sq Ft | $1,200 |
| Auden Buffalo | Studio | 340 Sq Ft | $1,317 |
| Creekview Court | Studio | 294 Sq Ft | $1,150 |
| Frazier Apartments | Type F | 0 Sq Ft | $1,475 |
Cheapest Available Amherst Studio Apartments
As of April 29, 2026 the lowest priced Studio apartment unit in Amherst, NY is the Studio D Model starting from $1,025 at Boulevard Suites in the Green Acres North neighborhood. The second most affordable Amherst Studio is the Studio suite Model at Mercer Commons starting at $1,050 in the University Area neighborhood. The average price for all Studio apartments in Amherst is currently $1,359. Here is today’s list of the cheapest available Studio options in Amherst:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Priced From |
|---|---|---|
| Boulevard Suites | Studio D | $1,025 |
| Mercer Commons | Studio suite | $1,050 |
| Creekview Court | Studio | $1,150 |
| Frazier Apartments | Type N | $1,345 |
| Avia Lofts at Maple Road | Studio A | $1,349 |
| Axis 360 | Studio | $1,399 |
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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 Boulevard Suites listed at $1,025.
How much is the average rent for a Studio Amherst Apartment?
The average rent for a Studio Apartment in Amherst is $1,359.
What is the largest available Studio Amherst Apartment for rent?
Today's apartment with the most square footage in Amherst is a 563 square feet unit starting from $1,499 at Avia Lofts at Maple Road.
What is the average size for Amherst Studio Apartments for rent?
The average size for a Studio rental in Amherst is currently 637 sq ft.
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