
Apartments for Rent in Amherst, NY Under $800 (9 Rentals)


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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 Under $800 | $1,446 | $921 | $3,599 |
Amherst 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $800 | $1,501 | $820 | $2,364 |
Amherst 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $800 | $1,779 | $875 | $3,264 |
Amherst 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $800 | $1,923 | $857 | $3,300 |
Amherst 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $800 | $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 Amherst
How much are Studio apartments in Amherst?
There are currently 20 Studio Apartments in Amherst with rent ranges from $921 to $3,599 with an average price of $1,446.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Amherst Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Amherst ranges from $820 to $2,364 with an average monthly rent of $1,501.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Amherst cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Amherst range from $875 to $3,264. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,779.
How expensive are Amherst Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 90 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Amherst on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $857 to $3,300 - averaging $1,923 for the location.
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