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Buffalo Center, IA Local Guide

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 Rolfe 20-Unit priced from $400. Shalom Tower II has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $405. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo Center apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Rolfe 20-Unit1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$400
Shalom Tower IITower I EfficiencyStudio,1BA$405
Key ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$450

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Center, IA and Nearby

As of September 04, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buffalo Center area is the $1.20 price per square foot Three Bedroom Model at Timberwolf Townhomes in the in the University neighborhood starting from $1,850. The second greatest value Buffalo Center apartment is the 2 Bedroom 1 Bath Model at Tartan Glen starting at $1,550 with a $1.22 price per square foot in the University neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo Center apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Timberwolf TownhomesThree Bedroom3BR,2.5BA$1.20
Tartan Glen2 Bedroom 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.22
Pebble Creek Apartments3 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms3BR,1.5BA$1.03
Meadow Lake of Clear Lake Apartments2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathroom2BR,1.5BA$1.03
City Center Kent Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.74
Shalom Tower IITower II - One Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.70
Eytcheson Estates Sherburn2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.93
CityView Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$0.98
Rolfe 20-Unit2 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.82
18 S Adams AveOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$0.95

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Frequently Asked Questions about Buffalo Center

What type of rentals are currently available in Buffalo Center?

There are currently 51 Apartments for Rent in Buffalo Center, IA with pricing that ranges from $405 to $2,095. There are also 33 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Buffalo Center ranging from $650 to $2,500.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Buffalo Center?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Buffalo Center ranges from $650 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,638.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Buffalo Center?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Buffalo Center range from $935 to $2,095, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,295 to $1,925. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,980 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $937.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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