Cheap Homes for Rent in Buffalo River Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $2,900 (3 Rentals)
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Buffalo River, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Buffalo River?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Buffalo River 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $4,845 | $3,500 | $7,000 |
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There are currently 3 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the Buffalo River Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo River, NY
As of July 30, 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 Corp Furnished Unit Model at The Lofts at Elk Terminal starting at $1,895 with a $1.51 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. |
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Cathedral Place | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
The Lofts at Elk Terminal | Corp Furnished Unit | 1BR,1BA | $1.51 |
Seneca One | Three Bedroom | 3BR,2BA | $2.40 |
115 Lockwood Ave, Unit Lower | 115 Lockwood Ave | 3BR,1BA | $1.18 |
701 Perry St, Unit Upper | 701 Perry St | 3BR,1BA | $1.10 |
The Police Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
Barcalo Living | Hudson | 1BR,1BA | $2.43 |
201 Ellicott | 1 Bedrooms | 1BR,1BA | $2.00 |
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 Buffalo River
What type of rentals are currently available in Buffalo River?
There are currently 116 Apartments for Rent in Buffalo River, NY with pricing that ranges from $550 to $5,000. There are also 5 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Buffalo River ranging from $3,500 to $7,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Buffalo River?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Buffalo River ranges from $3,500 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $4,845.
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