
Cheap Homes for Rent in Elmwood Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $900 (12 Rentals)
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618 Elmwood Ave

193 Hampshire St

328 Elmwood Ave
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219 Oxford Ave

162 Harvard Pl

469 Breckenridge St

32 Horton Pl

262 Summer St
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Elmwood, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent a home in Elmwood?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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Elmwood 2 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,948 | $990 | $3,400 |
Elmwood 3 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,725 | $1,750 | $3,950 |
Elmwood 4 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $2,710 | $1,550 | $4,000 |
Elmwood 5 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $1,495 | $1,495 | $1,495 |
Elmwood 6 Bedroom Homes for Rent | $3,000 | $3,000 | $3,000 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 1 mile radius of the Elmwood Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY.
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Cheapest Available Elmwood Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the Elmwood area of Buffalo, NY is a Studio unit found at Willow Grove Apartments priced from $850. The Residence on North Senior Apartments 55+ has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $944. Here are the most affordable Elmwood apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Willow Grove Apartments | Studio SMALL | Studio,1BA | $850 |
The Residence on North Senior Apartments 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $944 |
Sheldon Apartments | Studio | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
277 Linwood Ave | 1 bedroom suite | 1BR,1BA | $950 |
Lafayette Apartments | studio | Studio,1BA | $960 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, NY
As of September 12, 2025 the best value apartment in the Elmwood area is the $1.08 price per square foot 390 Linwood Ave Model at 390 Linwood Ave, Unit 4 in the in the Hamlin Park neighborhood starting from $2,150. The second greatest value Elmwood apartment is the 574 West Ave Model at 574 West Ave starting at $1,995 with a $1.19 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Elmwood apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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390 Linwood Ave, Unit 4 | 390 Linwood Ave | 2BR,1.5BA | $1.08 |
574 West Ave | 574 West Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.19 |
The Westbrook Apartments | 2 bedroom/1 bathroom | 2BR,1BA | $1.06 |
402 W Ferry St, Unit 2 | 402 W Ferry St | 3BR,1BA | $1.17 |
175 Plymouth Ave, Unit 175 Plymouth Ave, Apt. 2 | 175 Plymouth Ave | 4BR,1BA | $1.08 |
159 Laurel St, Unit Lower | 159 Laurel St | 2BR,1BA | $0.83 |
844 Richmond Ave | 2 bedroom townhouse | 2BR,1BA | $1.18 |
334-346 Bryant St | 2 Beds, 1 bath | 2BR,1BA | $1.01 |
The Residence on North Senior Apartments 55+ | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $1.05 |
277 Linwood Ave | 1 bedroom suite | 1BR,1BA | $1.19 |
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Frequently Asked Questions about Elmwood
What type of rentals are currently available in Elmwood?
There are currently 390 Apartments for Rent in Elmwood, NY with pricing that ranges from $800 to $3,225. There are also 38 Single Family Homes for rent, Condos, and Townhome rentals currently available in Elmwood ranging from $990 to $4,000.
What is the current price range for Rental Homes in Elmwood?
Today's rental pricing for Homes for Rent, Condos and Townhomes in Elmwood ranges from $990 to $4,000 with an average monthly rent of $2,023.
How much are larger Three and Four Bedroom Rentals in Elmwood?
For those who are looking for larger living arrangements, Three Bedroom Apartments in Elmwood range from $1,000 to $2,850, while Three Bedroom Homes, Condos, and Townhomes for rent range from $1,750 to $3,950. Four Bedroom Single-Family rentals are also available starting from $1,550 and Four Bedroom Apartments start at $1,300.
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