Cheap Apartments for Rent in the East Side Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $500 (31 Rentals)

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1037 Walden Ave

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Towne Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Towne Gardens

440 Clinton StBuffalo, NY 14204
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Noles Court
1 Bedroom Apartments

Noles Court

99 Best StBuffalo, NY 14209
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1100 Michigan Ave.
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

1100 Michigan Ave.

1100 Michigan AveBuffalo, NY 14209
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950 Broadway St
Studio to 2 Bedroom Apartments

950 Broadway St

950 Broadway StBuffalo, NY 14212
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Hydraulics Lofts
Studio to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Hydraulics Lofts

500 Seneca StBuffalo, NY 14204
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The Forge on Broadway
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

The Forge on Broadway

490 Broadway StBuffalo, NY 14204
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Seneca Street Lofts
1 to 2 Bedroom Apartments

Seneca Street Lofts

550 Seneca StBuffalo, NY 14204
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McDermott Lofts
Studio to 1 Bedroom Apartments

McDermott Lofts

169 Elk StBuffalo, NY 14210
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East Side, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available East Side Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the East Side area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at AP Lofts priced from $1,062. Michigan Place Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,239. Here are the most affordable East Side apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
AP Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,062
Michigan Place ApartmentsstudiosStudio,1BA$1,239
St John Tower Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1,495
Barcalo LivingKentucky1BR,1BA$1,565

Best Value Apartments for Rent in East Side, NY

As of November 11, 2025 the best value apartment in the East Side area is the $1.00 price per square foot 1072 Ellicott St Model at 1072 Ellicott St, Unit 1 in the in the Hamlin Park neighborhood starting from $1,395. The second greatest value East Side apartment is the 291 E North St Model at 291 E North St, Unit 3 beds 1 bath upstairs starting at $1,300 with a $1.08 price per square foot in the Hamlin Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for East Side apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
1072 Ellicott St, Unit 11072 Ellicott St3BR,2BA$1.00
291 E North St, Unit 3 beds 1 bath upstairs291 E North St3BR,1BA$1.08
159 Mineral Springs Rd, Unit UF159 Mineral Springs Rd2BR,1BA$1.10
AP Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.15
144 Woodell Ave, Unit 2144 Woodell Ave2BR,1BA$1.39
Barcalo LivingHudson1BR,1BA$2.43
81 Roberts Ave, Unit Upper81 Roberts Ave2BR,1BA$1.56
St John Tower Apartments1 Bed / 1 Bath1BR,1BA$1.99
Michigan Place Apartments1 bedroom1BR,1BA$2.56

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
East Side, Buffalo, NY

Ranked #63

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

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

3.5
Pet Friendly

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap East Side Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in East Side?

The cheapest apartment in East Side is AP Lofts which is listed at $1,062, while the average apartment in East Side costs $1,555.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in East Side?

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 East Side 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 East Side?

Cheap apartments in East Side have an average cost of $651 which is $904 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in East Side.

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

Written by: Patrick Ryan

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Apartment Common Area Rules: What Renters Need to Know

Written by: Christine Leonard, Esq.

Back in the day when I rented one of my first apartments, the property didn’t even have laundry in the building. Now, rental properties are often competing against each other to provide the best amenities.

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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! 

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

Written by: Trey Huguley

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.