
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Buffalo State Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $545 (29 Rentals)
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Black Rock Village

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How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Buffalo State?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Buffalo State Studio Apartments | $1,123 | $995 | $1,300 |
| Buffalo State 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,656 | $975 | $2,880 |
| Buffalo State 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,804 | $900 | $2,732 |
| Buffalo State 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,668 | $910 | $2,800 |
| Buffalo State 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,427 | $640 | $3,200 |
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Cheapest Available Buffalo State Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Buffalo State area of Buffalo, NY is a 2 Beds unit found at Black Rock Village priced from $950. Edge Park Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $995. Here are the most affordable Buffalo State apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black Rock Village | Two Beds | 2BR, 1BA | $950 |
| Edge Park Apartments | Studio | Studio, 1BA | $995 |
| Pierce Arrow Lofts | Studio (Furnished) | Studio, 1BA | $1,150 |
| Lafayette-Barton | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1,199 |
| Delaware Ave Apartments | 2BR/1.0BA | 2BR, 1BA | $1,250 |
| Parksite | 2 bedroom suite | 2BR, 1BA | $1,295 |
| 844 Richmond Ave | 2 bedroom townhouse | 2BR, 1BA | $1,295 |
| Vintage Flats | TWO | 1BR, 1BA | $1,415 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Buffalo State, NY
As of September 17, 2026 the best value apartment in the Buffalo State area is the $0.66 price per square foot 23 Tremont Ave Model at 23 Tremont Ave, Unit 23 Tremont Avenue in the West Side neighborhood starting from $1,250. The second greatest value Buffalo State apartment is the 173 Claremont Ave Model at 173 Claremont Ave, Unit Lower apt in the West Side neighborhood starting at $2,100 with a $1.40 price per square foot. Here is today’s list of the best values for Buffalo State apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Tremont Ave, Unit 23 Tremont Avenue | 23 Tremont Ave | 2BR, 1BA | $0.66 |
| 173 Claremont Ave, Unit Lower apt | 173 Claremont Ave | 3BR, 2BA | $1.40 |
| The John Kam Malt House | 2 Bedroom | 2BR, 2BA | $1.36 |
| Campus Walk One | C2 | 3BR, 3BA | $0.74 |
| Lafayette-Barton | 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath | 2BR, 1BA | $1.09 |
| 844 Richmond Ave | 2 bedroom townhouse | 2BR, 1BA | $1.18 |
| Monarch 716 | 2x2 B1 | 2BR, 2BA | $0.85 |
| 346 Parkdale Ave, Unit Four | 346 Parkdale Ave | 3BR, 1BA | $1.50 |
| Parksite | 2 bedroom suite | 2BR, 1BA | $1.30 |
| Black Rock Village | One Beds | 1BR, 1BA | $1.46 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Buffalo State Apartments
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Buffalo State?
The cheapest apartment in Buffalo State is Black Rock Village which is listed at $950, while the average apartment in Buffalo State costs $1,650.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Buffalo State?
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 8 regular apartments in Buffalo State that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.
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