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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 4 Beds unit found at Park East - The U in the Central neighborhood priced from $499. North Terrace Apartments in the Northeast neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 2 Beds apartment currently listed from $575. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Park East - The UThe Drake4BR,4BA$499
North Terrace Apartments2 x 1 Small2BR,1BA$575
Oak Place1 bedroom1BR,1BA$625
Park East - CrescoGlass2BR,2BA$655
El MadridEl Madrid StudioStudio,1BA$675

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, MO and Nearby

As of May 31, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buffalo area is the $0.77 price per square foot 4 Bedroom Model at Artifacts Warehouse Lofts in the in the Central neighborhood starting from $1,700. The second greatest value Buffalo apartment is the B - 4 Bed/2 Bath July Model at Walnut Home - Behind Greek Row! starting at $2,200 with a $1.22 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.
Artifacts Warehouse Lofts4 Bedroom4BR,2BA$0.77
Walnut Home - Behind Greek Row!B - 4 Bed/2 Bath July4BR,2BA$1.22
Bear Place3 Bedroom/3 Bath, June 13BR,3BA$1.00
Parkwood Apartments2 Beds, 2 Baths2BR,2BA$0.89
Hillcrest 902 Bedroom2BR,1BA$0.86
Embassy ApartmentsEmbassy Apartments - Close to MSU, Downtown Spf...2BR,1BA$0.87
Aspen Heights Springfield2x2 Frisco A/B2BR,2BA$0.92
Coryell Courts ApartmentsOlivia 2Studio ,1BA$0.99
North Terrace Apartments2 x 1 Small2BR,1BA$0.73
Megan Lane Apartments1 bedroom / 1 bath (Top Floor with Vaulted Ceil...1BR,1BA$1.19

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Frequently Asked Questions about Buffalo

What type of rentals are currently available in Buffalo?

There are currently 55 Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, MO with pricing that ranges from $499 to $2,676. There are also 29 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Buffalo ranging from $650 to $5,000.

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 $5,000 with an average monthly rent of $1,644.

How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Buffalo?

For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Buffalo range from $599 to $2,187, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,100 to $5,000. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,675 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $499.

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Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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