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233 E Eagle StBuffalo, NY 14204
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Buffalo River Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $500 (18 Rentals)
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AP Lofts
545 Swan StBuffalo, NY 14204
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137 Lockwood Ave
137 Lockwood AveBuffalo, NY 14220
701 Perry St
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South City Apartments
323 Southside PkyBuffalo, NY 14220
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Ellicott Homes
424 Swan StBuffalo, NY 14204
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Towne Gardens
440 Clinton StBuffalo, NY 14204
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Downing Apartments
30 Latona CtBuffalo, NY 14220
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Holling Place Apartments
501 Washington StBuffalo, NY 14203
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AC Lofts
136 N Division StBuffalo, NY 14203
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Hydraulics Lofts
500 Seneca StBuffalo, NY 14204
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Seneca Street Lofts
550 Seneca StBuffalo, NY 14204
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McDermott Lofts
169 Elk StBuffalo, NY 14210
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Ellicott Park Townhomes
10 Durham CtBuffalo, NY 14204
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The Barrel Factory Lofts
65 Vandalia StBuffalo, NY 14204
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Buffalo River, Buffalo, NY Local Guide
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Buffalo River?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo River Studio Apartments | $1,542 | $1,300 | $1,700 |
| Buffalo River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,615 | $704 | $2,030 |
| Buffalo River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,891 | $775 | $5,000 |
| Buffalo River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,930 | $1,200 | $3,105 |
| Buffalo River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,310 | $862 | $1,758 |
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Cheapest Available Buffalo River Apartments for Rent
The cheapest available apartment rental in the Buffalo River area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at AP Lofts priced from $1,022. Pine Harbor Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,136. Here are the most affordable Buffalo River apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| AP Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,022 |
| Pine Harbor Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| 130 Pearl St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| The Sinclair | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
| 201 Ellicott | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo River, NY
As of March 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buffalo River area is the $1.77 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms Model at The Lofts at Elk Terminal in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $1,895. The second greatest value Buffalo River apartment is the Unit 6 11-17 Model at Marin Building starting at $1,830 with a $1.74 price per square foot in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo River apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lofts at Elk Terminal | 1 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.77 |
| Marin Building | Unit 6 11-17 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.74 |
| 130 Pearl St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 201 Mackinaw St, Unit Upper Front | 201 Mackinaw St | 2BR,1BA | $1.30 |
| AP Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.10 |
| Piano Factory Lofts | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| Barcalo Living | Hudson | 1BR,1BA | $2.33 |
| 100 South | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 201 Ellicott | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| Pine Harbor Apartments | Two Bed / One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Best Local Schools in Buffalo River, Buffalo, NY
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology
Buffalo City School District
Public School - Grades PK-8 (0)
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buffalo River Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Buffalo River?
The cheapest apartment in Buffalo River is AP Lofts which is listed at $1,022, while the average apartment in Buffalo River costs $1,795.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Buffalo River?
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 12 regular apartments in Buffalo River 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 River?
Cheap apartments in Buffalo River have an average cost of $730 which is $1,065 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Buffalo River.
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Packing up everything you own to move is so stressful for many that ending your apartment lease can feel like a small or unimportant task. Ending your lease involves more than simply turning over your keys on the last day.