Apartments for Rent in the Central Buffalo Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY (222 Rentals)

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2 Virginia Pl, Unit 1
$1,500

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Base Rent$1,500
Total Monthly Price$1,500
1 Bedroom Apartment Available Now

2 Virginia Pl, Unit 1

2 Virginia PlBuffalo, NY 14202
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property at 353 Lakefront Blvd
$2,700

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Base Rent$2,700
Total Monthly Price$2,700
2 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath Townhome for Rent
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353 Lakefront Blvd

BuffaloNY14202
property at 31 Fargo Ave
$1,350

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Base Rent$1,350
Total Monthly Price$1,350
2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent
Available Nov 1
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31 Fargo Ave, Unit Lower Rear

31 Fargo Ave
BuffaloNY14201
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property at 486 Franklin St
$1,275 - $1,375
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486 Franklin St

BuffaloNY14202
property at 884 Main St
$1,800 - $2,200
1 To 2 Bedroom Rentals
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884 Main St

BuffaloNY14202

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Central Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

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Central Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, including Central Buffalo, Buffalo, and the greater Buffalo area. Lifestyle Ratings show you the best fit for your needs and interests. This takes in many factors including filtering automatically for the best outdoor access, luxury housing options, transit availability, pet-friendly communities, features that make it easier to raise kids, and other valuable search options. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Family-Friendly Rating

When renting for a family with a son or daughter (or both!), location matters. Amongst all of the communities in Buffalo, this neighborhood has emerged as one of our preferred neighborhoods for families, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Family Friendly submarkets have features that support parents and kids in having fun and being healthy together. This includes features like parks, and access to the finest education.

Outdoors Rating

Do you like parks, paths, and trails? Central Buffalo is known as providing favorable access to parks and green spaces, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Luxury Living Rating

This area of town ranks as one of the A-list higher-end submarkets in town, with a score of 4.0 out of 4. Luxury Lifestyle Scoring is based on having high-end community amenities like saunas, pools, sport courts, maid services, park views, easy access to green space, and amenities like granite countertops, range hoods, and high-end appliances. Other luxury items often include wood-burning fireplaces, tennis courts, and for some communities, even a doorman to greet residents.

Pet Friendly Rating

Have furry friends? This area is now ranked as amongst the finest communities for pet owners who rent, with a score of 4.0 out of 4.

Frequently Asked Questions about Central Buffalo

What is the current pricing and availability for apartments for rent in the Central Buffalo area of Buffalo, NY?

As of today, September 08, 2026, there are currently 222 available Central Buffalo apartments priced from $704 to $3,102, with an average monthly rent of $1,978.

How much are Studio apartments in Central Buffalo?

There are currently 49 Studio Apartments in Central Buffalo with rent ranges from $925 to $2,648 with an average price of $1,812.

What is the current price range for One Bedroom Central Buffalo Apartments for rent?

Today's rental pricing for One Bedroom Apartments in Central Buffalo ranges from $704 to $2,815 with an average monthly rent of $1,799.

What does renting a Two Bedroom Apartment in Central Buffalo cost?

The monthly rent prices of Two Bedroom Apartments currently available in Central Buffalo range from $775 to $3,102. Today's average rental price for Two Bedrooms here is $2,423.

How expensive are Central Buffalo Three Bedroom Apartments?

There are currently 31 Three Bedroom Apartments listings available in Central Buffalo on ApartmentHomeLiving.com. The pricing ranges from $1,495 to $2,100 - averaging $1,682 for the location.

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