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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 | $1,417 | $1,250 | $1,700 |
| Buffalo River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,597 | $600 | $2,125 |
| Buffalo River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,837 | $550 | $5,000 |
| Buffalo River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,514 | $625 | $2,900 |
| Buffalo River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,092 | $675 | $1,758 |
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There are currently 18 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Buffalo River Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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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 201 Ellicott priced from $909. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 201 Ellicott | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $909 |
| Pine Harbor Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| The Police Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,178 |
| 130 Pearl | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,410 |
| AP Lofts at Larkinville | Market Rate 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1,624 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo River, NY
As of June 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buffalo River area is the $1.53 price per square foot 2 bedroom Model at Cathedral Place in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,300. The second greatest value Buffalo River apartment is the Market Rate 2x2 Model at AP Lofts at Larkinville starting at $1,624 with a $1.31 price per square foot in the East Side 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cathedral Place | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| AP Lofts at Larkinville | Market Rate 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $1.31 |
| Seneca One | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.40 |
| Piano Factory Lofts | 2BR | 2BR,1BA | $1.79 |
| The Police Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 201 Ellicott | 2 Bedrooms | 2BR,1BA | $1.68 |
| 130 Pearl | 1 Bedroom 1 Bath | 1BR,1BA | $2.01 |
| Pine Harbor Apartments | Two Bed / One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buffalo River Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Buffalo River?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Buffalo River is under $2,800.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Buffalo River?
The cheapest apartment in Buffalo River is 201 Ellicott which is listed at $909, while the average apartment in Buffalo River costs $1,722.
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 6 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 $472 which is $1,250 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Buffalo River.
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