Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Columbus Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $900 (17 Rentals)

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Cathedral Commons
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Cathedral Commons

128 Pearl StBuffalo, NY 14202
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300 Busti Ave
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

300 Busti Ave

300 Busti AveBuffalo, 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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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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100 South
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

100 South

100 S Elmwood AveBuffalo, NY 14202
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111 Prospect Ave
1 Bedroom Apartments

111 Prospect Ave

111 Prospect AveBuffalo, NY 14201
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269 Georgia St
1 Bedroom Apartments

269 Georgia St

269 Georgia StBuffalo, NY 14201
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Waterfront
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Waterfront

270 Niagara StBuffalo, NY 14201
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La Plaza de Virginia
1 Bedroom Apartments

La Plaza de Virginia

254 Virginia StBuffalo, NY 14201
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Mariner Towers
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Mariner Towers

186 Efner StBuffalo, NY 14201
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Columbus, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Columbus Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Columbus area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Pine Harbor Apartments priced from $1,136. 130 Pearl St has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,285. Here are the most affordable Columbus apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Pine Harbor ApartmentsOne Bed / One Bath1BR,1BA$1,136
130 Pearl St1/11BR,1BA$1,285
100 South2 Bedroom 2.5 Bathroom2BR,2BA$2,695

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Columbus, NY

As of April 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Columbus area is the $1.94 price per square foot 2/1 Model at 130 Pearl St in the in the Downtown Buffalo neighborhood starting from $1,975. The second greatest value Columbus apartment is the Two Bed / One Bath Model at Pine Harbor Apartments starting at $1,363 with a $2.00 price per square foot in the Central Buffalo neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Columbus apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
130 Pearl St2/12BR,1BA$1.94
Pine Harbor ApartmentsTwo Bed / One Bath2BR,1BA$2.00

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

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The Ultimate Long-Distance Moving Checklist: Tips from a Real Estate Pro

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Top Neighborhoods Near Buffalo Colleges and Universities

Learn about the best Buffalo neighborhoods for student renters by our Buffalo, NY Local Expert Patrick Ryan

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Columbus, Buffalo, NY

Ranked #48

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

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2.5
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Columbus Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Columbus?

The cheapest apartment in Columbus is Pine Harbor Apartments which is listed at $1,136, while the average apartment in Columbus costs $1,875.

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.

Articles, How-To's, and Tips

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A Local Experts Guide to the Top Neighborhoods for College Renters in Buffalo, NY

Written by: Patrick Ryan

There’s nothing better than living in a college town. The setting is vibrant, the people are happy and there’s always a good time to be had.

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Expert Solutions for Creating the Perfect Work-From-Home Apartment Layouts

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article is based on first-hand experience managing apartment communities and helping renters adapt to their spaces after moving in.

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What Does “Rent Burdened” Mean? How Much Rent Is Too Much

Written by: Lauren Harrington

This article draws from first-hand renter experiences and recurring financial challenges reported after moving in.

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Maximizing Your Refund: Essential Tax Tips for Renters

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Other than tax professionals, I can’t think of anyone who looks forward to tax season. For everybody else, April is a stressful month to collect information and meet deadlines.