Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Central Buffalo Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $600 (41 Rentals)

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430 Delaware
1 Bedroom Apartments

430 Delaware

430 Delaware AveBuffalo, NY 14202
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AC Lofts
Studio to 4 Bedroom Apartments

AC Lofts

136 N Division StBuffalo, NY 14203
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479 Delaware Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

479 Delaware Ave

479 Delaware AveBuffalo, NY 14202
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479-489 Delaware Ave
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

479-489 Delaware Ave

487-489 Delaware AveBuffalo, NY 14202
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The Graystone
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

The Graystone

24 S Johnson ParkBuffalo, NY 14201
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49 Johnson Park
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

49 Johnson Park

49 Johnson ParkBuffalo, NY 14201
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131 Allen St
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

131 Allen St

131 Allen StBuffalo, NY 14201
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Carriage House Square
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Carriage House Square

41-43 W Tupper StBuffalo, NY 14202
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401 Delaware
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

401 Delaware

395-403 Delaware AveBuffalo, NY 14202
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201 West Huron
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

201 West Huron

201 W Huron StBuffalo, NY 14201
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Turner Bros. Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Turner Bros. Lofts

295 Niagara StBuffalo, NY 14201
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20 Saint Louis Place
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

20 Saint Louis Place

14-20 Saint Louis PlBuffalo, NY 14202
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Cottage Street Lofts
1 to 5 Bedroom Apartments

Cottage Street Lofts

118-126 Cottage StBuffalo, NY 14201
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Central Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

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 Ansonia Center priced from $925. Virginia Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $950. Here are the most affordable Central Buffalo apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Ansonia CenterStudio/1BA - RehabbedStudio,1BA$925
Virginia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$950
Fairmount ApartmentsStandard StudioStudio,1BA$975
Peace Bridge PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,045
Delaware FranklinStudioStudio,1BA$1,090
Pine Harbor ApartmentsOne Bed / One Bath1BR,1BA$1,136
Allentown SquareStudio B -ALL UTILITIES INCLUDEDStudio,1BA$1,175
The Police ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$1,200
Campus West1 Bedroom C1BR,1BA$1,250

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Buffalo, NY

As of December 17, 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 ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
628 Washington St, Unit 3rd Floor628 Washington St2BR,2BA$1.53
437 Franklin St, Unit Suite 3437 Franklin St3BR,1BA$1.40
460 Prospect AveLowerFurnished3BR,1BA$1.25
504 Washington St, Unit Lower504 Washington St1BR,1.5BA$1.13
Cathedral Place2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1.53
The Lofts at Elk Terminal1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.17
Days Park Commons72 Days Park #21BR,1.5BA$1.50
625 Main Street2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.60
The Knights @ 506 Delaware1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.83
The Police Apartments1 Bed1BR,1BA$1.67

Don't Settle: How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

Ranked #22

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving.com is proud to bring you our detailed rental search system called 'Lifestyle ratings', composed of rentals and neighborhoods across the USA, and customized analysis for Buffalo, New York. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including rankings of the best places for proximity to parks, luxury amenities, family-friendliness, raising pets, transit options, and much more. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

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 $2,055.

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 $630 which is $1,425 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Central Buffalo.

Expert Rental Resources

The rental experts at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provide you with top advice, tools, and tips for understanding the leasing process and finding the perfect rental. Here are a few helpful rental and leasing articles from our experts to guide you on your search.

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Renting with Roommates: Realistic Expectations for Shared Lease

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Everything is a negotiation in real estate!