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511 Shirley Ave

10 Bristol Dr

2809 Main St
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27 Kingswood Dr

225 Niagara Falls Blvd

36 Glenwood Ct, Unit C

7 Bennett Village Terrace

3 The Courtyards

137 Creekside Dr

500 Cayuga Rd

145 Merrimac St

1166 Kensington Ave
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552 Englewood Ave

133 Phyllis Ave

3890 Ridge Lea Rd, Unit Crystal Commons

101 Montfort Dr, Unit 1

2917 Main St
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3077 Main St

116 Chestnut Ridge Rd

188 Englewood Ave

111-Left Sunshine Dr

116 Berehaven Dr
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317 Sundridge Dr

136 Sundridge Dr

621 Aero Dr

185 Fairgreen Dr
Amherst, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Amherst?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Amherst 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,640 | $995 | $2,596 |
Amherst 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,059 | $1,300 | $3,325 |
Amherst 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,046 | $1,650 | $4,200 |
Amherst 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,137 | $2,500 | $4,000 |
Amherst 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,330 | $2,700 | $3,690 |
Amherst 7 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,410 | $4,410 | $4,410 |
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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. Axis 360 in the University Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $854. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Amherst apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Camelot Court Apartments | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $820 |
Axis 360 | Studio | Studio,1BA | $854 |
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
Hertel Park Senior Residences | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $870 |
Kenmore Tudors | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $915 |
Creekview Estates | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $925 |
Princeton Court Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $963 |
University Court Apartment | JR 1 BR | 1BR,1BA | $995 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, NY
As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $0.11 price per square foot 6062 Transit Rd Model at 6062 Transit Rd, Unit 2 in the in the Bellevue neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the 36 Callodine Ave Model at 36 Callodine Ave, Unit 2 starting at $1,725 with a $1.15 price per square foot in the University Area neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Amherst apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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6062 Transit Rd, Unit 2 | 6062 Transit Rd | 1BR,1BA | $0.11 |
36 Callodine Ave, Unit 2 | 36 Callodine Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.15 |
281 Huntington Ave, Unit 4-Loft | 281 Huntington Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
76 Greenfield St, Unit Lower | 76 Greenfield St | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
25-47 Old Lyme Dr | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
Fairway Apartments | 2BR/1BA | 2BR,1BA | $1.20 |
220 Dartmouth Ave, Unit Upper Floor | 220 Dartmouth Ave | 2BR,1BA | $1.02 |
Robert and Wright Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.19 |
Manhattan Square | 2 bedroom townhouse apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Hertel Park Senior Residences | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Amherst
What type of rentals are currently available in Amherst?
There are currently 471 Apartments for Rent in Amherst, NY with pricing that ranges from $737 to $3,873. There are also 89 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Amherst ranging from $450 to $5,200.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Amherst?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Amherst ranges from $450 to $5,200 with an average monthly rent of $2,984.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Amherst?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Amherst range from $857 to $3,288, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,300 to $3,325. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,650 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $737.
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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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