
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Buffalo County, NE from $600 (13 Rentals)
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Buffalo County, NE Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Buffalo County?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo County Studio Apartments | $1,173 | $845 | $1,500 |
| Buffalo County 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,261 | $785 | $1,799 |
| Buffalo County 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,807 | $890 | $2,545 |
| Buffalo County 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,138 | $955 | $1,350 |
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Cheapest Available Buffalo County Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Buffalo County, NE is a Studio unit found at Kearney Apartment Homes priced from $845. Village at Kearney Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 3 Beds apartment currently listed from $955. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo County apartments for rent:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kearney Apartment Homes | Studio 1 Bath | Studio,1BA | $845 |
| Village at Kearney Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $955 |
| The Crystal on C Ave | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,275 |
| Element 30 Apartments | Vista | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| The Sterling Apartments At Kearney | Wakefield A2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,495 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo County, NE
As of November 14, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buffalo County area is the $1.25 price per square foot 2219 5th Ave Model at 2219 5th Ave, Unit 3 in the starting from $1,350. The second greatest value Buffalo County apartment is the Schwab FURNISHED Model at Element 30 Apartments starting at $2,545 with a $2.44 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo County apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2219 5th Ave, Unit 3 | 2219 5th Ave | 3BR,2BA | $1.25 |
| Element 30 Apartments | Schwab FURNISHED | 2BR,2BA | $2.44 |
| Village at Kearney Apartments | Three Bedroom Two Bath | 3BR,2BA | $0.92 |
| The Sterling Apartments At Kearney | Wakefield A2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.48 |
| 815 W 26th St, Unit #4 | 815 W 26th St | 3BR,1BA | $1.20 |
| The Crystal on C Ave | 1-Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.70 |
| Kearney Apartment Homes | Studio 1 Bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.75 |
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buffalo County Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Buffalo County?
The cheapest apartment in Buffalo County is Kearney Apartment Homes which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Buffalo County costs $1,772.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Buffalo County?
Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 19 regular apartments in Buffalo County that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Buffalo County?
Cheap apartments in Buffalo County have an average cost of $713 which is $1,059 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Buffalo County.
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