
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Buffalo Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $600 (42 Rentals)
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58 Trinity Pl

294 S Elmwood Ave

76 Tracy St

179 Jersey St

Virginia Apartments

41 Mariner St
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221 Maple St

Peace Bridge Place

129 College St, Unit 3 - Upper Back

Delaware Franklin

Pine Harbor Apartments

201 Ellicott

Campus West
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AM&A's Warehouse Lofts

Allentown Square

61 Johnson Park

62 Park St

68 Prospect Ave

608 Niagara St

The Police Apartments
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Central Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Central Buffalo?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Central Buffalo Studio Apartments | $1,367 | $850 | $2,400 |
| Central Buffalo 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,728 | $690 | $3,820 |
| Central Buffalo 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,901 | $760 | $5,000 |
| Central Buffalo 3 Bedroom Apartments | $2,171 | $1,300 | $3,556 |
| Central Buffalo 4 Bedroom Apartments | $2,267 | $845 | $4,200 |
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There are currently 42 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Central Buffalo Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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Cheapest Available Central Buffalo Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Central Buffalo area of Buffalo, NY is a Studio unit found at Virginia Apartments priced from $950. Fairmount Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $975. Here are the most affordable Central Buffalo apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $950 |
| Fairmount Apartments | Standard Studio | Studio,1BA | $975 |
| Peace Bridge Place | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,045 |
| Delaware Franklin | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,090 |
| Pine Harbor Apartments | One Bed / One Bath | 1BR,1BA | $1,136 |
| Allentown Square | Studio B -ALL UTILITIES INCLUDED | Studio,1BA | $1,175 |
| The Police Apartments | Studio | Studio,1BA | $1,200 |
| Spaulding Building I | One Bedroom, One Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1,235 |
| Campus West | 1 Bedroom C | 1BR,1BA | $1,250 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Buffalo, NY
As of December 25, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Buffalo area is the $1.53 price per square foot 628 Washington St Model at 628 Washington St, Unit 3rd Floor in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,850. The second greatest value Central Buffalo apartment is the 437 Franklin St Model at 437 Franklin St, Unit Suite 3 starting at $2,595 with a $1.40 price per square foot in the Central Buffalo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Central Buffalo apartments based on price per square foot:
| Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 628 Washington St, Unit 3rd Floor | 628 Washington St | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| 437 Franklin St, Unit Suite 3 | 437 Franklin St | 3BR,1BA | $1.40 |
| 460 Prospect Ave | LowerFurnished | 3BR,1BA | $1.25 |
| 504 Washington St, Unit Lower | 504 Washington St | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.13 |
| Cathedral Place | 2 bedroom | 2BR,2BA | $1.53 |
| The Lofts at Elk Terminal | 1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.17 |
| Days Park Commons | 72 Days Park #2 | 1BR,1.5BA | $1.50 |
| 625 Main Street | 2 bedroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.60 |
| The Police Apartments | 1 Bed | 1BR,1BA | $1.67 |
| Spaulding Building I | One Bedroom, One Bathroom with Den | 1BR,1BA | $1.45 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleCentral Buffalo, Buffalo, NY
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Among cities in New York for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities.
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Central Buffalo Apartments
What is a cheap apartment in Central Buffalo?
A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Central Buffalo is under $1,250.
What is the price of a cheap apartment in Central Buffalo?
The cheapest apartment in Central Buffalo is Pine Harbor Apartments which is listed at $1,136, while the average apartment in Central Buffalo costs $2,360.
What types of apartments are the cheapest in Central Buffalo?
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 7 regular apartments in Central Buffalo 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 Central Buffalo?
Cheap apartments in Central Buffalo have an average cost of $612 which is $1,748 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Buffalo.
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