
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Allen Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $600 (59 Rentals)
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76 Tracy St

294 S Elmwood Ave

131 Allen St

Fairmount Apartments

The Westbrook Apartments

946 Main St

41 Mariner St

89 Johnson Park

Lin-Nor Apartments
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56 Trinity Pl

Delaware Franklin

Lofts Buffalo

The Ambassador

Campus West

Allentown Square

135 Elmwood Ave

160 Park St

181 Allen St

166 Park St
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40 North St

Days Park Commons

451 Franklin St

Bosche Lofts and 910 Main Street.

481 Franklin St

Sidway Apartments & Lofts

900 Main St

370 Virginia St

493 Delaware Ave

Twain Tower
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Trico Building Apartments

628 Ellicott St

Total Monthly Price
89 Trinity Pl, Unit 89 Trinity Upper, Unit 89 Trinity Upper

Ansonia Center

58 Cottage St

Total Monthly Price
466 Franklin St, Unit 3, Unit 3

The Granite Works

499 Franklin

North Court

430 Delaware
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209 Elmwood Ave

479-489 Delaware Ave

479 Delaware Ave

The Surrey Apartments

Hyde Park Apartments

Virginia Apartments

Carriage House Square

401 Delaware

26 Irving Place Apartments

249 North St
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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 | $1,240 | $825 | $1,658 |
| Allen 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,454 | $875 | $2,815 |
| Allen 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,931 | $1,295 | $3,225 |
| Allen 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,245 | $2,000 | $2,400 |
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There are currently 59 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 131 Allen St priced from $925. Fairmount Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Allen apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| 131 Allen St | studio | Studio,1BA | $925 |
| Fairmount Apartments | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Delaware Franklin | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,090 |
| The Ambassador | studio | 1BR,1BA | $1,100 |
| 135 Elmwood Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,150 |
| Allentown Square | Studio B -ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| Campus West | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
| Days Park Commons | 118 Cottage (2 bed) | 2BR,1BA | $1,295 |
| Bosche Lofts and 910 Main Street. | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,365 |
| Trico Building Apartments | ST3 | Studio,1BA | $1,528 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Allen, NY
As of April 15, 2026 the best value apartment in the Allen area is the $1.35 price per square foot 437 Franklin St Model at 437 Franklin St, Unit Suite 3 in the in the Central Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,495. The second greatest value Allen apartment is the 3BR/3BA, Two Story Loft #113 Model at Sidway Apartments & Lofts starting at $2,300 with a $1.44 price per square foot in the Central Buffalo 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, Unit Suite 3 | 437 Franklin St | 3BR,1BA | $1.35 |
| Sidway Apartments & Lofts | 3BR/3BA, Two Story Loft #113 | 3BR,3BA | $1.44 |
| 89 Trinity Pl, Unit 89 Trinity Upper | 89 Trinity Pl | 2BR,1BA | $1.12 |
| The Granite Works | 2 Bedroom 2 Bathroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.78 |
| 499 Franklin | 1 Bedroom, 1.5 Bath | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.86 |
| Ansonia Center | 2BR/1BA+Bonus Rm #416 | 2BR,1BA | $1.52 |
| Days Park Commons | 120 Cottage #2 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| 466 Franklin St, Unit 3 | 466 Franklin St | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.80 |
| 135 Elmwood Ave | 1 bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.53 |
| 131 Allen St | one bedroom suite | 1BR,1BA | $1.81 |
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Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
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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 131 Allen St listed at $925.
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 Days Park Commons.
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