
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Buffalo River Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $500 (57 Rentals)
Search the lowest-cost Apartments available for rent right now in the Buffalo River area of Buffalo.


30 Hobart St

The Buffalo Lafayette

AP Lofts

141 Vandalia St, Unit Lower back

South City Apartments

Pine Harbor Apartments

The Sinclair

109 Spaulding St

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201 Mackinaw St
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26 Madison St

The Police Apartments

39 Aldrich Pl

91 Amber St

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136 Milton St, Unit Upper, Unit Upper

32 Milford St

Seneca One

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138 Seneca St

164 Altruria St

140 Seymour St
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Piano Factory Lofts

The Lofts at Elk Terminal

901 South Park Ave

10 Lafayette Sq

Marin Building

47 Franklin St, Unit 1

Ellicott Homes

Towne Gardens

Downing Apartments

Holling Place Apartments
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AC Lofts

201 Ellicott

Hydraulics Lofts

Seneca Street Lofts

McDermott Lofts

Ellicott Park Townhomes

The Barrel Factory Lofts

AM&A's Warehouse Lofts

156 James St

228 Adams St
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130 Pearl St

Apartments at the Hub

Webb of Buffalo

301 Ohio St

Cathedral Commons

The Glenny

Planing Mill

Buffalo River Landing

The Belesario

Cathedral Place
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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 | $1,486 | $1,139 | $1,700 |
| Buffalo River 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,576 | $704 | $1,986 |
| Buffalo River 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,702 | $775 | $2,700 |
| Buffalo River 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,143 | $1,200 | $3,200 |
| Buffalo River 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,430 | $862 | $1,758 |
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There are currently 57 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 $863. 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 | $863 |
| Pine Harbor Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| The Sinclair | Studio, 1 bath | Studio,1BA | $1,139 |
| AP Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $1,214 |
| 130 Pearl St | 1/1 | 1BR,1BA | $1,285 |
| Barcalo Living | Kentucky | 1BR,1BA | $1,632 |
| The Lofts at Elk Terminal | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1,695 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo River, NY
As of May 02, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buffalo River area is the $0.97 price per square foot 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom Model at The Lofts at Elk Terminal in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $1,695. The second greatest value Buffalo River apartment is the 138 Seneca St Model at 138 Seneca St starting at $2,000 with a $1.60 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 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $0.97 |
| 138 Seneca St | 138 Seneca St | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| AP Lofts | 2 Bedroom 2 Bath | 2BR,2BA | $0.98 |
| Marin Building | Unit 6 11-17 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.74 |
| 130 Pearl St | 2/1 | 2BR,1BA | $1.94 |
| 201 Mackinaw St | 201 Mackinaw St | 2BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 136 Milton St, Unit Upper | 136 Milton St | 4BR,1BA | $1.50 |
| Barcalo Living | Kentucky | 1BR,1BA | $2.30 |
| Pine Harbor Apartments | Two Bed / One Bath | 2BR,1BA | $2.00 |
| The Sinclair | Studio, 1 bath | Studio ,1BA | $1.93 |
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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 the price of a cheap apartment in Buffalo River?
The cheapest apartment in Buffalo River is Pine Harbor Apartments which is listed at $1,136, while the average apartment in Buffalo River costs $1,750.
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 $617 which is $1,133 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Buffalo River.
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