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Buffalo, NY Local Guide

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Cheapest Neighborhoods for Apartments in Buffalo, NY

Pricing Updated: 06/19/2025

Current apartment rentals in the Buffalo, NY area range in price from $550 to $5,000 with an overall median price of $2,828. The three Buffalo neighborhoods with the lowest median rent pricing are Bellevue at $800, South Buffalo at $947, and Seneca at $600. Here is today’s list of the top 10 neighborhoods with the lowest median pricing for Buffalo Apartments for rent:

NeighborhoodMedian PriceMin PriceAvailable Units
Bellevue$1,310$80010
South Buffalo$1,350$94722
Seneca$1,375$60042
South Park$1,375$79534
Abbott McKinley$1,400$79533
South Abbott$1,400$79539
Pine Hill$1,510$87565
Starin Central$1,520$87074
Grant Ferry$1,600$95027
Cleveland Hill$1,650$87555

Cheapest Available Buffalo Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Camelot Court Apartments in the University Area neighborhood priced from $820. Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+ in the University Area neighborhood has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $870. Here is today’s list of the most affordable Buffalo apartments for rent:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Camelot Court Apartments1 BD1BR,1BA$820
Jill Joseph Tower Seniors 55+1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$870
Hertel Park Senior Residences1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$870
201 Ellicott1 Bedrooms1BR,1BA$909
Kenmore Tudors1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$915
Princeton Court ApartmentsEfficiencyStudio,1BA$921
Ashland Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$940
The Residence on North Senior Apartments 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$944

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, NY

As of June 20, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buffalo area is the $0.48 price per square foot 109 Hill St Model at 109 Hill St, Unit 2 in the in the North East Buffalo neighborhood starting from $1,100. The second greatest value Buffalo apartment is the 1843 Hertel Ave Model at 1843 Hertel Ave, Unit Hertel Lower starting at $1,500 with a $0.94 price per square foot in the University Area 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.
109 Hill St, Unit 2109 Hill St2BR,1BA$0.48
1843 Hertel Ave, Unit Hertel Lower1843 Hertel Ave3BR,1BA$0.94
1833 Kensington Ave, Unit 11833 Kensington Ave2BR,2BA$1.00
127 Taunton Pl, Unit Lower127 Taunton Pl2BR,1BA$0.96
293 Potters Rd, Unit Potters rd South Buffalo293 Potters Rd1BR,1BA$0.85
124 18th St, Unit upper124 18th St3BR,1BA$0.96
159 Laurel St, Unit Lower159 Laurel St2BR,1BA$0.88
334-346 Bryant St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.01
The Residence on North Senior Apartments 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.05
Hertel Park Senior Residences1 Bed, 1 bath1BR,1BA$1.07

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Buffalo Overview

Located on the eastern shores of the mighty Lake Erie and playing host to the world-famous Niagara Falls, Buffalo is the Empire State's second most populated area right behind the bright lights of New York City. Boasting over a million residents and a working-class charm that dates back decades, this industry-heavy destination is affectionately referred to as 'The Queen City' for good reason. With a wide variety of Buffalo apartments available to residents, life in this wonderful city might be only moments away!

Why live in Buffalo, NY?

With economic incentives running high and a ton of options, Buffalo apartments are among the more affordable living arrangements in New York state, and are also a great place to raise a family. The Blue-collar streak of the residents is proud and unwavering, lending the entire city a gritty charm that is wholly unique. Home to over fifty art galleries and over twenty professional theater companies, Buffalo is a cultural hub for the upstate New York area. Offering easy access to not only the scenic beauty of the numerous lakes and woodlands that surround the city, but also the wilds of Canada, Buffalo has much to offer to potential residents of all walks of life.

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Getting Around Buffalo, NY

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Some errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

62 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

39 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buffalo Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Buffalo?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Buffalo is under $944.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Buffalo?

The cheapest apartment in Buffalo is Camelot Court Apartments which is listed at $820, while the average apartment in Buffalo costs $2,828.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Buffalo?

Student, low-income, and by-the-bed apartments are typically the cheapest rentals in most cities, though they require qualifying criteria to rent. There are 836 regular apartments in Buffalo that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

How do the prices of cheap apartments compare to the average apartment in Buffalo?

Cheap apartments in Buffalo have an average cost of $304 which is $2,524 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Buffalo.

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A Local Experts Guide to the Top Neighborhoods for College Renters in Buffalo, NY

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

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