
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Center, IA from $400 (21 Rentals)
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Key Apartments

City Center Kent Apartments

18 S Adams Ave
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Flats on 21

Eytcheson Estates Sherburn

Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments
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Pebble Creek Apartments

719 Cedar Ave
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Buffalo Center, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Buffalo Center?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Buffalo Center Studio Apartments | $881 | $405 | $1,341 |
Buffalo Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $989 | $495 | $1,790 |
Buffalo Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,262 | $750 | $2,325 |
Buffalo Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,374 | $935 | $2,095 |
Buffalo Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,515 | $937 | $1,880 |
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Cheapest Available Buffalo Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Buffalo Center, IA is a Studio unit found at Shalom Tower II priced from $405. Key Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $450. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo Center apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Shalom Tower II | Tower I Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $405 |
Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $450 |
Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $450 |
City Center Kent Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $500 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Center, IA and Nearby
As of July 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buffalo Center area is the $1.22 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Tartan Glen in the in the University neighborhood starting from $1,550. The second greatest value Buffalo Center apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom Model at Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments starting at $855 with a $1.03 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo Center apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Tartan Glen | 2 Bedroom 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.22 |
Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.03 |
Pebble Creek Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.11 |
City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.74 |
Shalom Tower II | Tower II - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.70 |
219 6th St SW | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.20 |
Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
Deer Creek Apartments | 1 Bed 1 Bath Apartment | 1BR,1BA | $1.27 |
Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.82 |
18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Best Local Schools in Buffalo Center, IA
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Getting Around Buffalo Center, IA
Walk Score®
26 / 100
Car-Dependent
Most errands require a car
Bike Score®
45 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buffalo Center Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Buffalo Center?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Buffalo Center is at Shalom Tower II listed at $405.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Center Apartment is $450 at Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties).
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Buffalo Center Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Buffalo Center is starting from $500 at Rolfe 20-Unit.
What is the most affordable Buffalo Center Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Buffalo Center Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments and starts from $965.
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