
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Allen Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $600 (65 Rentals)
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131 Allen St

Fairmount Apartments

41 Mariner St

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72 N Pearl St, Unit 2

140 North St, Unit 731

Lin-Nor Apartments

56 Trinity Pl

The Westbrook Apartments

Delaware Franklin
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The Ambassador

51 Days Park

135 Elmwood Ave

Campus West

Allentown Square

62 Park St

18 Irving Pl

Ansonia Center

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118 Whitney Pl, Unit 118 Whitney Place upper
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61 Johnson Park

451 Franklin St

40 North St

Bosche Lofts and 910 Main Street.

493 Delaware Ave

181 Allen St

73 College St

Days Park Commons

12 Park St

Twain Tower
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Trico Building Apartments

162 Park St

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76 Cottage St, Unit Upper Apartment

9 West Ave

The Granite Works

884 Main St

473 Virginia St

Nineteen North

499 Franklin

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437 Franklin St
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North Court

430 Delaware

209 Elmwood Ave

479-489 Delaware Ave

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Virginia Apartments

Carriage House Square

401 Delaware

26 Irving Place Apartments
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Allen, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Allen?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allen Studio Apartments | $1,098 | $895 | $1,820 |
| Allen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,499 | $995 | $2,815 |
| Allen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $2,091 | $1,250 | $3,196 |
| Allen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,896 | $1,450 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 65 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Allen Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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Cheapest Available Allen Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Allen area of Buffalo, NY is a Studio unit found at Hyde Park Apartments priced from $899. 131 Allen St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $925. Here are the most affordable Allen apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyde Park Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $899 |
| 131 Allen St | studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Fairmount Apartments | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Delaware Franklin | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,085 |
| The Ambassador | studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 135 Elmwood Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Campus West | 1 Bedroom C (w/ Patio and Murphy Bea) | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| 479 Delaware Avenue | 479 Delaware Avenue - 5 | 1BR,1BA | $1,300 |
| Allentown Square | Studio B -ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED | Studio,1BA | $1,300 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allen, NY
As of July 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Allen area is the $1.14 price per square foot 437 Franklin St Model at 437 Franklin St in the in the Central Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,100. The second greatest value Allen apartment is the 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom Model at Nineteen North starting at $2,595 with a $1.85 price per square foot in the Hamlin Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Allen apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 437 Franklin St | 437 Franklin St | 3BR,1BA | $1.14 |
| Nineteen North | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.85 |
| 118 Whitney Pl, Unit 118 Whitney Place upper | 118 Whitney Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.08 |
| 499 Franklin | 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| Twain Tower | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath Large | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
| Days Park Commons | 120 Cottage #2 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| Bosche Lofts and 910 Main Street. | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1.37 |
| 479 Delaware Avenue | 479 Delaware Avenue - 5 | 1BR,1BA | $1.44 |
| 135 Elmwood Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 131 Allen St | one bedroom suite | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Allen Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in Allen?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in Allen is at Hyde Park Apartments listed at $899.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom Allen Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom Allen Apartment is $995 at 131 Allen St.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom Allen Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in Allen is starting from $1,295 at The Ambassador.
What is the most affordable Allen Three Bedroom Apartment?
The best deal on a cheap Allen Three Bedroom Apartment rental is at 215 Allen Street and starts from $1,400.
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