
Cheap Homes for Rent in Amherst, NY from $400 (20 Rentals)
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507 Lisbon Ave

562 Wilson St

2809 Main St

3896 Ridge Lea Rd
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20 Guilford Ln, Unit 8

784-784 Millersport Hwy

770 Millersport Hwy

19 California Dr

1119 Farnsworth Ave
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86 Winspear, Unit Apt 1-4

1355 Millersport Hwy

1357-1357 Millersport Hwy

133 Phyllis Ave

1333 Pierce Ave

6583 S Transit Rd, Unit HOUSE
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3901 Main St
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 | $1,780 | $1,050 | $3,500 |
Amherst 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,368 | $1,100 | $4,800 |
Amherst 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,599 | $1,500 | $3,950 |
Amherst 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,570 | $2,200 | $6,750 |
Amherst 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,645 | $3,600 | $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. Creekview Estates in the East Amherst Williamsville neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $825. 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 |
Creekview Estates | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $825 |
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 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Amherst, NY
As of June 05, 2025 the best value apartment in the Amherst area is the $0.94 price per square foot 1843 Hertel Ave. Upper Model at 1843 Hertel Ave. Upper, Unit Upper in the in the University Area neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Amherst apartment is the 160 Victoria Ave Model at 160 Victoria Ave, Unit 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Upper starting at $1,400 with a $0.93 price per square foot in the North East Buffalo 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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1843 Hertel Ave. Upper, Unit Upper | 1843 Hertel Ave. Upper | 3BR,1BA | $0.94 |
160 Victoria Ave, Unit 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Upper | 160 Victoria Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.93 |
124 Carmel Rd, Unit North Buffalo upper | 124 Carmel Rd | 3BR,1BA | $1.00 |
93 Minnesota Ave, Unit 1 | 93 Minnesota Ave | 3BR,1BA | $0.90 |
1833 Kensington Ave, Unit 1 | 1833 Kensington Ave | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
7170 Transit Rd, Unit #2 | 7170 Transit Rd | 2BR,1BA | $1.28 |
25-47 Old Lyme Dr | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.25 |
Manhattan Square | 2 bedroom townhouse apartment | 2BR,1BA | $1.24 |
Hertel Park Senior Residences | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.07 |
Creekview Estates | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Amherst
What type of rentals are currently available in Amherst?
There are currently 447 Apartments for Rent in Amherst, NY with pricing that ranges from $737 to $4,000. There are also 68 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Amherst ranging from $450 to $6,750.
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 $6,750 with an average monthly rent of $3,143.
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 $3,300, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $4,800. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,500 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $737.
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