
Cheap Homes for Rent in Buffalo, IA from $600 (10 Rentals)
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1604 30th St

608 W 3rd St

1736 Davie St
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1701 25th St

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472 5th St E
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421 N Brady St

404 W 16th St

2708 7th Ave
Buffalo, IA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Buffalo?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Buffalo 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,073 | $825 | $1,395 |
Buffalo 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,512 | $1,095 | $2,500 |
Buffalo 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,449 | $1,250 | $1,850 |
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Cheapest Available Buffalo Apartments for Rent and Nearby
 The cheapest available apartment rental in Buffalo, IA is a Studio unit found at Candlelight Court in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood priced from $600. RIVERWALK LOFTS in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $620. 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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Candlelight Court | Studio | Studio,1BA | $600 |
RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $620 |
Carriage Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $625 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, IA and Nearby
As of July 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buffalo area is the $1.05 price per square foot 3 BR/ 2 BA Model at Bucktown Lofts in the in the Vander Veer Park neighborhood starting from $1,750. The second greatest value Buffalo apartment is the 2bd/2ba Model at Davenport Bank Apartments starting at $1,400 with a $1.00 price per square foot in the Vander Veer Park 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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Bucktown Lofts | 3 BR/ 2 BA | 3BR,2BA | $1.05 |
Davenport Bank Apartments | 2bd/2ba | 2BR,2BA | $1.00 |
Candlelight Court | Two Bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
121 2nd St E, Unit 3 | 121 2nd St E | 2BR,1BA | $0.94 |
The Row at 35th | 2 Bedroom Townhome | 2BR,2BA | $1.22 |
Sherwood Forest Apartments | 1BR/1BA | 1BR,1BA | $0.99 |
Carriage Hill Apartments | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.88 |
Cotton Mill Apartments | 1x1 | 1BR,1BA | $1.00 |
Crescent Lofts | Income Restricted | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
RIVERWALK LOFTS | 1 Bed 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $0.95 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Buffalo
What type of rentals are currently available in Buffalo?
There are currently 44 Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, IA with pricing that ranges from $600 to $2,400. There are also 40 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Buffalo ranging from $650 to $2,500.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Buffalo?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Buffalo ranges from $650 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,201.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
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