Cheap Apartments for Rent in the Emslie Neighborhood of Buffalo, NY from $400 (110 Rentals)

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140 North St

BuffaloNY14201

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BuffaloNY14201

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property at 29 N Pearl St

29 N Pearl St

BuffaloNY14202
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Emslie, Buffalo, NY Local Guide

Cheapest Available Emslie Apartments for Rent

 

The cheapest available apartment rental in the Emslie area of Buffalo, NY is a 1 Bed unit found at 201 Ellicott priced from $909. Ashland Avenue Apartments has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $940. Here are the most affordable Emslie apartments for rent in Buffalo, NY:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPriced From
201 Ellicott1 Bedrooms1BR,1BA$909
Ashland Avenue ApartmentsStudioStudio,1BA$940
The Residence on North Senior Apartments 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$944
Fairmount ApartmentsStandard StudioStudio,1BA$948
277 Linwood Ave1 bedroom suite1BR,1BA$950
Sheldon Apartments1 Bedroom1BR,1BA$950
Trinity TowerStudioStudio,1BA$955
334-346 Bryant St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$995

Best Value Apartments for Rent in Emslie, NY

As of June 23, 2025 the best value apartment in the Emslie area is the $1.19 price per square foot 128 Richmond Ave Model at 128 Richmond Ave, Unit 1 in the in the West Side neighborhood starting from $2,500. The second greatest value Emslie apartment is the 2 Bedroom Model at 448 Elmwood Ave starting at $1,900 with a $1.38 price per square foot in the West Side neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for Emslie apartments based on price per square foot:

Apartment ListingModel NameBed/BathPrice Per Sq.Ft.
128 Richmond Ave, Unit 1128 Richmond Ave3BR,1.5BA$1.19
448 Elmwood Ave2 Bedroom2BR,2BA$1.38
The Westbrook Apartments2 bedroom/2 bathroom2BR,2BA$1.16
AP Lofts at LarkinvilleMarket Rate 2x22BR,2BA$1.31
159 Laurel St, Unit Lower159 Laurel St2BR,1BA$0.88
82 Fargo Ave, Unit 582 Fargo Ave2BR,1BA$1.36
277 Linwood Ave2 bedroom suite2BR,1BA$1.20
334-346 Bryant St2 Beds, 1 bath2BR,1BA$1.01
51 Warring Ave, Unit Upper51 Warring Ave2BR,1BA$1.16
The Residence on North Senior Apartments 55+One Bedroom1BR,1BA$1.05

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Pet Friendly Lifestyle
Emslie, Buffalo, NY

Ranked #54

Among neighborhoods in Buffalo, NY for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities

Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score

4.0
Pet Friendly

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Lifestyle Ratings

ApartmentHomeLiving brings you our detailed rental analysis called 'Lifestyle Ratings' - a comparison of neighborhoods, areas, and rental properties across New York, including Buffalo. LifeStyle Ratings are a useful tool for comparing and sorting apartments and neighborhoods when choosing your rental home. This takes in many factors including our Star Ratings to compare for the best outdoor access, luxury amenities, kid and pet-friendly communities, availability of transit options, walking, and biking. Find Lifestyle Search in the filter options (above). Happy Searching!

Getting Around the Emslie Neighborhood in Buffalo, NY

Walk Score®

70 / 100

Very Walkable

Most errands can be accomplished on foot

Bike Score®

57 / 100

Bikeable

Some bike infrastructure

Transit Score®

47 / 100

Some Transit

A few nearby public transportation options

What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?

  • Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
  • Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
  • Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap Emslie Apartments

What is a cheap apartment in Emslie?

A cheap apartment is any apartment up to the 30% percentile of cost for the area, which in Emslie is under $995.

What is the price of a cheap apartment in Emslie?

The cheapest apartment in Emslie is 201 Ellicott which is listed at $909, while the average apartment in Emslie costs $2,100.

What types of apartments are the cheapest in Emslie?

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 11 regular apartments in Emslie 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 Emslie?

Cheap apartments in Emslie have an average cost of $298 which is $1,802 cheaper than the average rent for all rentals in Emslie.

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Roommate Matching: Finding the Right Fit and Avoiding Pitfalls

Written by: Cheryl Bowman

A fantastic way to save money and enjoy a built-in community is to share an apartment. However, a bad roommate situation can turn your dream rental into a nightmare.

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The Art of the Rental Viewing: What to look for during a property tour

Written by: Marie Brown

You’ve scrolled through countless listings, walked through a blur of rentals, and finally found what feels like the one. The pictures? Fantastic. The neighborhood seems just right.

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Know Your Budget: Calculating What You Can Realistically Afford When Renting

Written by: Lauren Harrington

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