Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Buffalo Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $1,000 (3 Rentals)

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Central Buffalo, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Buffalo, NY

As of June 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Central Buffalo area is the $1.62 price per square foot 2 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms Model at The Knights @ 506 Delaware in the in the Central Buffalo neighborhood starting from $2,595. The second greatest value Central Buffalo apartment is the 2 bedroom Model at Cathedral Place starting at $2,300 with a $1.53 price per square foot in the Downtown 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.
The Knights @ 506 Delaware2 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms2BR,2BA$1.62
Cathedral Place2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1.53
The Granite Works2 Bedroom 1.5 Bathrooms2BR,1.5BA$1.60
100 South2 Bedroom 2 Bath2BR,2BA$1.64
75 College St, Unit 375 College St2BR,1BA$1.25
82 Fargo Ave, Unit 582 Fargo Ave2BR,1BA$1.36
164 Edward St, Unit Elmwood Edward164 Edward St2BR,1BA$1.45
78-84 Fargo Ave1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.50
Days Park Commons72 Days Park (3rd fl)1BR,1BA$1.50
Cottage Street Lofts118 Cottage (rear)2BR,1BA$1.62

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Buffalo

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Buffalo?

There are currently 215 Apartments for Rent in Central Buffalo, NY with pricing that ranges from $690 to $5,000. There are also 14 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Buffalo ranging from $1,050 to $6,000.

What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Central Buffalo?

Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Central Buffalo ranges from $1,050 to $6,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,882.

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