
Cheap Studio Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, NY from $358 (57 Rentals)


The Residence on North

58 Trinity Pl

Bullfeathers

131 Allen St

Peace Bridge Place

Lafayette Apartments

Fairmount Apartments

The Westbrook Apartments

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Edge Park Apartments

315 Linwood Ave

Gates Circle

Elmwood Square Apartments

Mercer Commons

56 Trinity Pl

Trinity Tower

Delaware Franklin

The Ambassador

496 Elmwood
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North Court

The Elmwood Villas

183 Jewett Pky

Fairfax House

Corporate Manor Apartments

Brent Manor Apartments

209 Elmwood Ave

AC Lofts

Commodore Apartments

The Bryant
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479 Delaware Ave

479-489 Delaware Ave

201 Elmwood Avenue Apartments

950 Broadway St

The Mansion

209 Summer St

257 Summer St

The Graystone

Hydraulics Lofts

49 Johnson Park
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Hyde Park Apartments

Virginia Apartments

Ashland Avenue Apartments

330 Linwood Ave

249 North St

42 E Spring St

Chatsworth Place Apartments

Boulevard Suites

Kendev Studios

Orchard Park Road Apartments
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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Buffalo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Studio Apartments | $1,362 | $358 | $2,700 |
| Buffalo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,475 | $376 | $4,220 |
| Buffalo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,654 | $445 | $4,995 |
| Buffalo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,761 | $849 | $3,500 |
| Buffalo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,227 | $640 | $5,500 |
| Buffalo 5 Bedroom Apartments | $1,992 | $1,400 | $2,327 |
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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 $925.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Buffalo?
The cheapest apartment in Buffalo is 131 Allen St which is listed at $925, while the average apartment in Buffalo costs $2,421.
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 1,104 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 $449 which is $1,972 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Buffalo.
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Articles, How-To's, and Tips

A Local Experts Guide to the Top Neighborhoods for College Renters in Buffalo, NY
Written by: Patrick Ryan
There’s nothing better than living in a college town. The setting is vibrant, the people are happy and there’s always a good time to be had.

What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much
Written by: Lauren Harrington
This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters
Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.
Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.

18 Must-Ask Rental Tour Questions That Reveal the Truth about a Property
Written by: Lauren Harrington
Renting your next home can feel thrilling and overwhelming at the same time.