
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Center, IA from $400 (60 Rentals)
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Key Apartments

18 S Adams Ave

Key West Apartments

Meadow Bloom Apartments

A-Lea Apartments

CityView Apartments

Flats on 21

Eytcheson Estates Sherburn

Eytcheson Estates Welcome
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Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments

Highland Hills Apartments

Deer Creek Apartments

Skye Lofts Apartments

Pebble Creek Apartments

City Center Kent Apartments

The River Apartments & Townhomes

The Manor

Hartshorn Manor

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Northern Place Apartments
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1200 Jade Apartments

Federal Ave Rowhomes

Bricelyn Plaza

Kee Valley Apartments

Cypress Pointe Emmetsburg

Irish Hospital Apartments

Trimont Square Apartments

Pilgrim Place Senior Housing (62+)

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Radel Court

207 3rd St S
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Huntington Hills Apartments & Townhomes

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Lincoln Apartments LLC

The Delaware - Luxury Apartment's in Mason City!

The Meadows

Webster Apartments

Village Place Apartments of Mankato

Rita Road

Southwood Flats

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Parkview Place

Burt 18-(Countryside Properties)
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Rolfe 20-Unit

Pheasant Run Apartments

207 E 4th St

110 S 4th Ave W

702 E Main St

Blue Ridge Apartments & Townhomes

101 1/2 N Mill St

121 Clinton St

Autumn Glen Townhomes

219 6th St SW
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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 | $1,046 | $500 | $1,389 |
| Buffalo Center 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,229 | $405 | $2,120 |
| Buffalo Center 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $607 | $2,370 |
| Buffalo Center 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $935 | $2,794 |
| 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 Shalom Tower II priced from $405. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shalom Tower II | Tower I Efficiency | 1BR,1BA | $405 |
| 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 |
| Meadow Bloom Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $607 |
| CityView Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $650 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $701 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Center, IA and Nearby
As of May 31, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buffalo Center area is the $1.04 price per square foot 1 Bed, 1 bath Model at Trimont Square Apartments in the starting from $935. The second greatest value Buffalo Center apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments starting at $835 with a $0.97 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trimont Square Apartments | 1 Bed, 1 bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.04 |
| Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| CityView Apartments | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| Shalom Tower II | Tower II - One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.73 |
| Meadow Bloom Apartments | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.79 |
| Bunting Lane Apartments | Individual Roommates Included! | 2BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| Eytcheson Estates Sherburn | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Eytcheson Estates Welcome | 1 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.93 |
| Rolfe 20-Unit | 2 Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 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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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 $405 at Shalom Tower II.
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 $1,299.
Expert Rental Resources
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Written by: Lauren Harrington
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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.