
Cheap Apartments for Rent near Buffalo Center, IA from $500 (64 Rentals)
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Key Apartments

18 S Adams Ave

Key West Apartments

501 W 1st St S

A-Lea Apartments

Flats on 21

CityView Apartments

Eytcheson Estates Sherburn

Eytcheson Estates Welcome
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Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments

114 W 14th St

Pebble Creek Apartments

City Center Kent Apartments

F and H Apartments

Hartshorn Manor

Deer Creek Apartments

Skye Lofts Apartments

312 1st Ave SW

1200 Jade Apartments
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1801 19th St

219 6th St SW

Cypress Pointe Emmetsburg

Irish Hospital Apartments

Trimont Square Apartments

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The Grove at Mankato

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Northern Place Apartments

Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)

The Delaware - Luxury Apartment's in Mason City!

201 Pilgrim St
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Highland Hills Apartments

Southwood Flats

Country Gardens

The Meadows

Halter Vista Apartments

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Lincoln Apartments LLC

Webster Apartments

Federal Ave Rowhomes

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The Edge Apartments

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Parkview Place
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Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes

Cedar Meadow Apartments

Shalom Tower II

Burt 18-(Countryside Properties)

Rolfe 20-Unit

Meadow Bloom Apartments

Pheasant Run Apartments

The Manor

107 Main St E
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Center Studio Apartments | $1,078 | $500 | $1,339 |
| Buffalo Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,174 | $200 | $1,719 |
| Buffalo Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,338 | $695 | $2,279 |
| Buffalo Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,431 | $925 | $2,459 |
| Buffalo Center 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,772 | $937 | $2,500 |
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Cheapest Available Buffalo Center Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Buffalo Center, IA is a 1 Bed unit found at Regency Apartments priced from $200. Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $425. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo Center apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regency Apartments | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $200 |
| Burt 18-Unit (Countryside Properties) | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $425 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $495 |
| Key Apartments | Efficiency | Studio,1BA | $500 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $525 |
| Key West Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $550 |
| 501 W 1st St S | 2 BED/1 BATH | 2BR,1BA | $600 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| City Center Kent Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $800 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Center, IA and Nearby
As of August 29, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buffalo Center area is the $1.08 price per square foot Two Bedroom Model at Northern Place Apartments in the starting from $975. The second greatest value Buffalo Center apartment is the 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Trimont Square Apartments starting at $935 with a $1.04 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Place Apartments | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Trimont Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| CityView Apartments | 2 Bed / 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Bunting Lane Apartments | Individual Roommates Included! | 2BR,2BA | $0.73 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| 501 W 1st St S | 1 BED/1 BATH | 1BR,1BA | $0.84 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| Regency Apartments | 1 BD | 1BR,1BA | $0.35 |
| 18 S Adams Ave | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Best Local Schools in Buffalo Center, IA
North Iowa High School
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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 Key Apartments listed at $500.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Center Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Center Apartment is $200 at Regency Apartments.
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 $595 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 Cedar Meadow Apartments and starts from $1,199.
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Rent According to Income: A Look at Income-Restricted Rentals
Written by: Robin Stewart
The idea of affordable housing can be subjective. Every individual is in a different place financially and vocationally. What one may easily afford could be a struggle for someone else.

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