Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emerson Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $500 (55 Rentals)

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property at 298 Winslow Ave

$1,150 - $1,200

3 Bedroom Rentals

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298 Winslow Ave

BuffaloNY14211
property at 98 Freund St

$1,200 - $1,250

2 To 3 Bedroom Rentals

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98 Freund St

BuffaloNY14215
property at 69 Hughes Ave

$1,275 - $1,500

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$1,275 - $1,500
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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Townhome for Rent

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69 Hughes Ave

BuffaloNY14208

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Ellicott Homes
2 to 4 Bedroom Apartments

Ellicott Homes

424 Swan StBuffalo, NY 14204
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Towne Gardens
1 to 3 Bedroom Apartments

Towne Gardens

440 Clinton StBuffalo, NY 14204
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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

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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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property at 325 Box Ave

$1,200

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$1,200
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3 Bedroom, 1 Bath Condo for Rent

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325 Box Ave (Lower) Avenue Unit

325 Box Ave
BuffaloNY14211

Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

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Emerson, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Emerson Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Emerson area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at Campion Hall priced from $995. AP Lofts has the second lowest priced unit, which is a 1 Bed apartment currently listed from $1,028. Here are the most affordable Emerson apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
Campion Hallstudio1BR,1BA$995
AP Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1,028
Griffin House Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath (MSA)2BR,2BA$1,350

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emerson, NY

As of June 26, 2026 the best value apartment in the Emerson area is the $0.60 price per square foot 309 Mills St Model at 309 Mills St, Unit Lower in the in the Hamlin Park neighborhood starting from $1,200. The second greatest value Emerson apartment is the 77 Hughes Ave Model at 77 Hughes Ave, Unit Upper starting at $1,700 with a $1.30 price per square foot in the Hamlin Park neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emerson apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
309 Mills St, Unit Lower309 Mills St3BR,1BA$0.60
77 Hughes Ave, Unit Upper77 Hughes Ave4BR,1BA$1.30
134 Colby St, Unit Unit #1134 Colby St2BR,1BA$1.58
AP Lofts1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.11
Griffin House Apartments2 Bed / 2 Bath (MSA)2BR,2BA$1.55
110 Gerald Ave110 Gerald Ave2BR,1BA$1.44
Campion Hall1 bedroom suite1BR,1BA$2.20

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

Discover the insider tips from an attorney and real estate agent on how to negotiate your next apartment lease. Find out what's on the table and what's not, so you can save money and get the best terms possible.

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Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary | ApartmentHomeLiving.com Renter University

From the letter A all the way to the letter Z, the Real Estate and Rental Term Glossary from the content team at ApartmentHomeLiving.com provides our visitors and shoppers with a little clarity and helpful guidance in navigating the real estate world through definitions and explainers for the top subjects and terms that someone may come across during the leasing, buying, or selling process.

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Emerson, Buffalo, NY

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

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Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emerson Apartments

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Emerson?

The cheapest apartment in Emerson is Campion Hall which is listed at $995, while the average apartment in Emerson costs $1,750.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Emerson?

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 5 regular apartments in Emerson that we think qualify as ‘cheap apartments’ that do not have special requirements to apply to rent.

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.

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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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Renters Insurance 101: What It Is, What It Covers, and Why You Need It

Written by: Robin Stewart

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Apartment Occupancy Rates: Renter Attraction vs Renter Retention

Written by: Robin Stewart

There’s a tenet in marketing about client or customer attraction and retention. Studies and data have consistently shown it costs less to keep a current customer than to attract a new one.

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How I Find the Perfect Rental for My Clients: A Real Estate Pro's Guide

Written by: Robin Stewart

Evaluating rental properties for clients draws many parallels to house-hunting. Whether an apartment, loft, townhouse, or other rental, finding the right place means finding “home” for your client.