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Buffalo, IL Local Guide

Cheapest Available Buffalo Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Buffalo, IL is a 1 Bed unit found at Lincoln Senior Flats priced from $400. RESERVE AT LAKEVIEW has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $507. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Lincoln Senior Flats1 Bed 1 Bath1BR,1BA$400
RESERVE AT LAKEVIEWTwo Bedrooms One Bathroom2BR,1BA$507
Whispering Pines1 Bed, 1 Bath - Essential1BR,1BA$600
Cobblestone ApartmentsCobblestone 1BD1BR,1BA$750
Safe Harbor Properties1st Floor Level1BR,1BA$875

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, IL and Nearby

As of June 10, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buffalo area is the $0.96 price per square foot 3BR/1.5BA Model at Decatur Flats in the starting from $1,199. The second greatest value Buffalo apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at Ash Grove starting at $1,295 with a $1.16 price per square foot . Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
Decatur Flats3BR/1.5BA3BR,1.5BA$0.96
Ash Grove2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.16
CandlesB12BR,1.5BA$1.10
The Boulevard TownhomesTownhouse2BR,1.5BA$1.04
3TEN Apartments2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$1.05
Lincoln Senior Flats2 Bed 1 Bath2BR,1BA$0.97
RESERVE AT LAKEVIEWTwo Bedrooms One Bathroom2BR,1BA$0.60
Cobblestone ApartmentsCobblestone 2BD2BR,1BA$1.06
2474 N Florian102BR,1.5BA$1.13
Pine Ridge ApartmentsOne Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.17

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Buffalo

What type of rentals are currently available in Buffalo?

There are currently 45 Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, IL with pricing that ranges from $400 to $3,400. There are also 34 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Buffalo ranging from $800 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 $800 to $2,500 with an average monthly rent of $1,450.

Expert Rental Resources

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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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.

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Pet-Friendly Renting: Everything You Need to Know Before You Move

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

For so many of us, pets are the best companions and a big part of our lives. For this reason, a pet-friendly house or apartment is often a very important - and nonnegotiable - part of a move.

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Creative Ways Developers Reimagine Retail Spaces as Residential Units

Written by: Robin Stewart

Adaptive reuse is when a commercial property is converted and repurposed. The real estate industry has embraced a growing number of these projects.

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Neighborhood and Market Insights: How to Choose the Right Area to Rent

Written by: Robin Stewart

Apartment-hunting can be a gargantuan task. Renters have a wish list of items—some luxuries, some necessities—but finding what you seek in the right place is perhaps the most important part of the journey.