
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Buffalo River Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $500 (16 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Buffalo River area of Buffalo.


Ellicott Town Center

118 Pries Ave

32 Milford St
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793 Tifft St

133 Southside Pkwy, Unit 1
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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 | $1,550 | $1,300 | $2,400 |
| Buffalo River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,641 | $690 | $2,125 |
| Buffalo River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,798 | $550 | $5,000 |
| Buffalo River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,970 | $625 | $3,070 |
| Buffalo River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,092 | $675 | $1,758 |
Browse Apartments in this Neighborhood
There are currently 16 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 AP Lofts priced from $1,062. 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 | $1,062 |
| Pine Harbor Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| The Police Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| 201 Ellicott | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $1,400 |
| The Sinclair | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,400 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo River, NY
As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the Buffalo River area is the $1.28 price per square foot 95 Perry St Model at 95 Perry St, Unit 202 in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Buffalo River apartment is the 504 Washington St Model at 504 Washington St, Unit Lower starting at $1,895 with a $1.26 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. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 95 Perry St, Unit 202 | 95 Perry St | 2BR,2BA | $1.28 |
| 504 Washington St, Unit Lower | 504 Washington St | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.26 |
| Cathedral Place | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| The Lofts at Elk Terminal | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| 133 Southside Pkwy, Unit 1 | 133 Southside Pkwy | 2BR,1BA | $1.00 |
| AP Lofts | 1 Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.15 |
| The Police Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| 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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From the lounge to the laundry room, understand your rights and responsibilities in shared apartment spaces. Get tips on pet rules, noise, and security.
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Pet Friendly LifestyleBuffalo River, Buffalo, NY
Ranked #32
Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
3.5Pet Friendly
Best Local Schools in Buffalo River, Buffalo, NY
Buffalo Elementary School Of Technology
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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 $1,595.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Buffalo River?
The cheapest apartment in Buffalo River is AP Lofts which is listed at $1,062, while the average apartment in Buffalo River costs $1,730.
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 11 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 $756 which is $974 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Buffalo River.
Expert Rental Resources
Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips
The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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