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Wyota Commons West
Studio Apartments

Wyota Commons West

2071 W Elm StLebanon, MO 65536
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Wyota Commons
Studio Apartments

Wyota Commons

1221 Millcreek RdLebanon, MO 65536
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Meadowview Apartments
2 Bedroom Apartments

Meadowview Apartments

3460 E Lombard StSpringfield, MO 65809
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Buffalo, MO Local Guide

Cheapest Available Buffalo Apartments for Rent and Nearby

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Buffalo, MO is a 2 Beds unit found at North Terrace Apartments in the Northeast neighborhood priced from $575. Oak Place in the Northeast 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
North Terrace Apartments2 x 1 Small2BR,1BA$575
Oak Place1 bedroom1BR,1BA$625
El Chaparral ApartmentsEl Chaparral 1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$695
Hillcrest 901 Bedroom1BR,1BA$695
The Greens at SpringfieldClassic1BR,1BA$735
Embassy ApartmentsEmbassy Apartments - Close to MSU, Downtown Spf...2BR,1BA$775
Park East - CrescoHubbleStudio,1BA$800
The WillowsStudioStudio,1BA$800
Greenway StudiosFurnished StudioStudio,1BA$805
Spirit of St. LouisStudio1BR,1BA$810

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, MO and Nearby

As of June 17, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buffalo area is the $1.00 price per square foot 3 Bedroom/3 Bath, June 1 Model at Bear Place in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $1,500. The second greatest value Buffalo apartment is the 2/2 Bedroom Model at Artifacts Warehouse Lofts starting at $1,150 with a $0.96 price per square foot in the Central neighborhood. 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.
Bear Place3 Bedroom/3 Bath, June 13BR,3BA$1.00
Artifacts Warehouse Lofts2/2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$0.96
Parkwood Apartments2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$0.89
Coryell Courts ApartmentsChristopher 11BR,1BA$1.15
Embassy ApartmentsEmbassy Apartments - Close to MSU, Downtown Spf...2BR,1BA$0.87
Megan Lane Apartments2 bedroom / 2 bath (Bottom Two Floors)2BR,2BA$1.07
Stoneridge ApartmentsStoneridge 2 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom2BR,2BA$1.02
Park East - Sky ElevenWoodruff1BR,1BA$1.09
North Terrace Apartments2 x 1 Small2BR,1BA$0.73
Hillcrest 901 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.06

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Getting Around Buffalo, MO

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31 / 100

Car-Dependent

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34 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Minimal bike infrastructure

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 Park East - Cresco listed at $800.

How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Apartment?

The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Buffalo Apartment is $625 at Oak Place.

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 $575 at North Terrace Apartments.

What is the most affordable Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartment?

The best deal on a cheap Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at Orchard Park Apartments and starts from $1,380.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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