Cheap Homes for Rent in Central Buffalo Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $1,500 (8 Rentals)

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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 Fairmount Apartments priced from $948. 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
Fairmount ApartmentsStandard StudioStudio,1BA$948
Virginia ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$950
Peace Bridge PlaceStudioStudio,1BA$1,045

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Central Buffalo, NY

As of November 13, 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 LowerFurnished Model at 460 Prospect Ave starting at $2,250 with a $1.25 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
460 Prospect AveLowerFurnished3BR,1BA$1.25
504 Washington St, Unit Lower504 Washington St1BR,1.5BA$1.26
Cathedral Place2 bedroom2BR,2BA$1.53
The Lofts at Elk Terminal1 Bedroom 1 Bathroom1BR,1BA$1.17
125 Elmwood Ave, Unit 1125 Elmwood Ave2BR,1BA$1.38
Days Park Commons72 Days Park #21BR,1.5BA$1.50
625 Main Street2 bedroom2BR,1BA$1.60
Bosche Lofts and 910 Main Street.1 Bedroom 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.65
60 Mariner St, Unit 160 Mariner St2BR,1BA$1.63

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Central Buffalo, Buffalo, NY

Ranked #21

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Central Buffalo

What type of rentals are currently available in Central Buffalo?

There are currently 222 Apartments for Rent in Central Buffalo, NY with pricing that ranges from $690 to $5,000. There are also 19 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Central Buffalo ranging from $1,550 to $7,000.

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 $1,550 to $7,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,760.

Expert Rental Resources

Helpful Apartment Articles, How-To's and Tips

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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How to Negotiate Your Apartment Lease and Save Money

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The Rental Move-In Inspection Checklist: A Guide for Renters

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The move-in inspection checklist is a crucial tool for both tenants and landlords. This checklist, provided by the team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com, helps document the condition of an apartment at the time of move-in.