
Apartments for Rent in Buffalo, NY Under $1,200 (317 Rentals)


Parkside Place Apartments

Allentown Square

Arbor Meadows

405 Elmwood Ave

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309 Mills St, Unit Lower

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3911 Main St

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3930 Bailey Ave, Unit #3

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114 Woodside Ave, Unit LOWER APARTMENT

Olde Towne Village Apartments
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The Police Apartments

Delaware Court Apartments

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608 Elmwood Ave, Unit 203-D

Elmwood-Anderson Place Apartments

Hertel Avenue Townhomes

Pierce Arrow Lofts

U-Crest Apartments

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733 Lasalle Ave, Unit Upper

135 Elmwood Ave

Pine Harbor Apartments
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Marina Vista (Income Qualifications Apply)

Jersey Apartments

Steeple Bay Estates

The Ambassador

346 Connecticut St

Parkview Senior Apartments

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220 Stevenson St, Unit Lower Front

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110 Gerald Ave

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131 Southside Pkwy, Unit 3

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114 15th St, Unit 3
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239 Oxford Ave, Unit Lower Rear

South City Apartments

Delsan Court Townhomes

Delaware Franklin

The Westbrook Apartments

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115 Ledger St, Unit Ledger 1

Trinity Tower

Lin-Nor Apartments

Englewood Apartments

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Antrim Apartments
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Elmwood Square Apartments

211 Summer St

Idylwood Resort Apartment Homes

AP Lofts

Gates Circle

Kensington Village Apartments

The Buffalo Lafayette

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96 Huetter Ave, Unit 1 bedroom upper apartment

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72 N Pearl St, Unit 2

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136 Heath St
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Buffalo, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Buffalo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo Studio Apartments Under $1200 | $1,349 | $358 | $2,700 |
| Buffalo 1 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,530 | $376 | $5,547 |
| Buffalo 2 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,724 | $445 | $3,995 |
| Buffalo 3 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,689 | $715 | $4,000 |
| Buffalo 4 Bedroom Apartments Under $1200 | $1,434 | $640 | $5,500 |
| Buffalo 5 Bedroom Apartments | $2,163 | $2,000 | $2,327 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Buffalo
How much are Studio apartments in Buffalo?
There are currently 303 Studio Apartments in Buffalo with rent ranges from $358 to $2,700 with an average price of $1,349.
What is the current price range for One Bedroom Buffalo Apartments for rent?
Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Buffalo ranges from $376 to $5,547 with an average monthly rent of $1,530.
What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Buffalo cost?
The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Buffalo range from $445 to $3,995. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $1,724.
How expensive are Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartments?
There are currently 374 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Buffalo on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $715 to $4,000 - averaging $1,689 for the location.
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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.

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Buffalo has emerged as one of the nation’s hottest real estate markets for good reason.

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Buffalo is quickly becoming one of the nation’s hottest housing markets. Featuring easy lake access, reasonably priced homes and apartments, mild summers and a burgeoning economy, Buffalo is now a magnet for movers and shakers.
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