
Cheap Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, IA from $400 (22 Rentals)
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Candlelight Court

Harrison Lofts

RIVERWALK LOFTS

The Row at 35th
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Woodland Apartments

Breckenridge Apartments

405 W Columbia Ave

Eagles Crest Apartments

Cotton Mill Apartments
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Federal Point

The Hendrix

Sherwood Forest Apartments

608 W 3rd St
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310 Western Ave

1101 Gaines St
Buffalo, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Buffalo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Buffalo Studio Apartments | $916 | $600 | $1,375 |
Buffalo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,021 | $488 | $1,825 |
Buffalo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,156 | $555 | $2,140 |
Buffalo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,660 | $631 | $2,400 |
Buffalo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $913 | $690 | $1,166 |
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Cheapest Available Buffalo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Buffalo, IA is a 2 Beds unit found at Ecumenical New Horizons in the North Side neighborhood priced from $576. Carriage Hill in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $625. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo apartments for rent:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Ecumenical New Horizons | 2 Bed Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $576 |
Carriage Hill | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
Candlelight Court | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $650 |
Woodland Apartments | 0BR/1.0BA | Studio,1BA | $695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, IA and Nearby
As of October 03, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buffalo area is the $1.00 price per square foot 2bd/2ba Model at Davenport Bank Apartments in the in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood starting from $1,400. The second greatest value Buffalo apartment is the 2 Bed Apartment Model at Ecumenical New Horizons starting at $576 with a $0.46 price per square foot in the North Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Davenport Bank Apartments | 2bd/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Ecumenical New Horizons | 2 Bed Apartment | 2BR,1BA | $0.46 |
Vue at 7th | 2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Candlelight Court | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.88 |
Walcott Manor Apartments | 2 BR/ 1 BA | 2BR,1BA | $0.98 |
Sherwood Forest Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
Carriage Hill | 1BR/1.0BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
The Hendrix | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.18 |
RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
405 W Columbia Ave | 405 | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
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Getting Around Buffalo, IA
Walk Score®
24 / 100
Car-Dependent
Almost all errands require a car
Bike Score®
37 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buffalo Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Buffalo?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Buffalo is at Woodland Apartments listed at $695.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Apartment is $625 at Carriage Hill.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Buffalo Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Buffalo is starting from $576 at Ecumenical New Horizons.
What is the most affordable Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Harrison Lofts and starts from $1,549.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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